Hana Walsh Smejkalova
London,Greater London
Summary
Education professional specializing in special education and classroom management for diverse learners. Expertise in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEP) tailored to meet unique student needs. Proficient in integrating educational technology and employing positive reinforcement strategies to foster a collaborative learning environment. Strong skills in student assessment, behaviour management, and lesson planning based on child development principles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
SEND class teacher
The Avenue school
London, Greater London
2023.01 - Current
- Developed tailored lesson plans to meet diverse student learning requirements.
- Designed innovative teaching techniques that received positive feedback from management.
- Implemented individual education plans for students with special educational needs.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment promoting inclusivity.
- Collaborated with parents and support staff to enhance educational strategies.
- Tracked attendance and performance, intervening when necessary.
- Prepared detailed reports on pupil performance for term meetings.
SEND class teacher
Oak Lodge school
London, Greater London
2012.09 - 2022.12
- Developed inclusive lesson plans addressing diverse learning needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials for various learning styles.
- Monitored student performance and adjusted approaches to maximise outcomes.
- Collaborated with teams to create tailored individual education plans.
- Engaged parents in discussions regarding student progress and concerns.
- Supported implementation of behaviour management strategies to enhance classroom environment.
Education
Master of Education - Education
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England 2018.10 - 2023.01
Skills
- Special education techniques
- Standardized testing knowledge
- Accommodations for special needs
- Classroom safety protocols
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Educational technology integration
- Lesson planning expertise
- Student rapport building
- Behavior management skills
- Testing and grading proficiency
- Student assessment methods
- Child development principles
- Collaboration skills
- ASDAN program expertise
- InPrint software proficiency
- Encouraging communication style
- Child safeguarding practices
- Classroom management strategies
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- IEP development and implementation
- Curriculum tailoring methods
- National curriculum knowledge
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Collaborative learning environments
- Age-appropriate lesson design
- Social emotional learning implementation
Accomplishments
I accomplished two levels of British Sign Language (BSL). This lead me to implement Makaton signs in the classroom thereafter. After receiving Makaton training at the Avenue school, I became one of the school Makaton champions.
Languages
Czech
Proficient (C2)
Affiliations
- reading historical novels
- playing chess
- gardening
Garden project contribution
Contributed to the development of an Edible Garden at Oak Lodge School by identifying the potential of an unused space, proposing the idea to the Senior Leadership Team, and supporting its implementation; the project is now embedded in the school curriculum.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SEND class teacher
The Avenue school
2023.01 - Current
Master of Education - Education
University of Birmingham
2018.10 - 2023.01
SEND class teacher
Oak Lodge school
2012.09 - 2022.12