Gail Baird
Dundonald,South Ayrshire
Summary
Enthusiastic Primary Teacher who strives to make learning exciting and enjoyable, inside and outside the classroom. Motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Outdoor Learning Primary Teacher
East Ayrshire Council
2022.12 - 2023.10
Supporting schools/teachers in bringing literacy, numeracy and Health and Well-Being outdoors.
Delivery of In-Service Days, CPD and Campouts.
Planning, recording, auditing and organising resources.
Working with Partners e.g. Duke of Edinburgh and wider community.
Primary Teacher
North Ayrshire Council
Irvine
1998.10 - 2022.12
- Principal teacher role and Reading Recovery roles.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience for every stage.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners. including nursery/primary and primary/secondary transitions.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor activities.
Primary Teacher
North Ayrshire Council
Kilwinning
1993.08 - 1998.10
Primary Teacher
Strathclyde Regional Council
Dalmarnock
1992.08 - 1993.06
Primary Teacher
Strathclyde Regional Council
Cambuslang
1991.09 - 1992.06
Education
Bachelor of Education (Primary) -
Jordanhill College of Education
Glasgow 1987.09 - 1991.06
Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good planning, organisation and time-management skills
Teamworking skills and the ability to collaborate with others on a range of initiatives
Patience and dedication
Energy, stamina and resilience
Self-discipline and self-motivation
Additional Qualifications
PGC in Media Education
Outdoor First Aid certificate
MIDAS certificate (mini-bus licence)
Qualified Reading Recovery Teacher
Timeline
Outdoor Learning Primary Teacher
East Ayrshire Council
2022.12 - 2023.10
Primary Teacher
North Ayrshire Council
1998.10 - 2022.12
Primary Teacher
North Ayrshire Council
1993.08 - 1998.10
Primary Teacher
Strathclyde Regional Council
1992.08 - 1993.06
Primary Teacher
Strathclyde Regional Council
1991.09 - 1992.06
Bachelor of Education (Primary) -
Jordanhill College of Education
1987.09 - 1991.06