Hannah Crosby
East Grinstead,West Sussex
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in incorporating differentiated instruction and advocating for personalised learning. Skilled in SEND inclusion strategies and integrative technology use to enhance educational outcomes. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that support diverse learning needs, aiming to drive innovation in teaching practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Class Teacher
Manor Green Primary School
Crawley, West Sussex
2025.09 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.
- Assisted students with special needs, enhancing inclusive education.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
- Tailored curriculum resources for individual learning capabilities of special needs pupils.
- Maintained calmness during challenging situations, ensuring stable learning environments.
- Dealt sensitively with parents' concerns, offering reassurance and practical advice.
- Collaborated with parents and therapists to enhance student progress.
Class Teacher
Everychild Partnership Trust
Smallfield, Surrey
2024.09 - 2025.08
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in learning processes.
- Promoted inclusion within classrooms, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Guided students through successful completion of class assignments and projects.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
- Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
Support bank staff
The Gingerbread House Nursery
2021.07 - 2022.07
- Working in a nursery as support bank staff alongside my degree supported me in gaining more experience in working with children in the early years.
Student Support Worker
St Piers School
2019.06 - 2020.09
- Working at St Piers School at Young Epilepsy as a Student Support Worker taught me how to think on my feet, be flexible in unpredictable situations and to approach others’ situations with empathy.
Waitress and bar tender
Star Inn
Felbridge
2017.04 - 2018.12
- I previously worked full time at The Star Inn in Felbridge as a waitress and bar tender. This has provided me with a large variety of skills, including patience in demanding situations. I was given the responsibility of opening and running breakfast service and running closing shifts, as well as supporting in stock counts and other administrative duties.
Cafe worker
Haskins Garden Centre
2017.05 - 2018.05
- I worked in the cafe at Haskins Garden Centre on Sundays. I learnt how to adapt to situations that I am unfamiliar with and work competently in them and furthered my skills in customer service.
Volunteer
Shelter charity shop
2012.09 - 2013.03
- I volunteered in a Shelter charity shop which provided me with experience in customer service, stock taking and using a till.
Education
BTECs: Level 2 - Aviation Studies, Level 3 Teamwork and Personal Development
Royal Air Force Cadets
East Grinstead 2015.01 - 2017.01
A-Levels - History (C), Spanish (C), English (D)
Imberhorne School
East Grinstead 2009.09 - 2017.06
BA (Hons) - Primary Education With Special Needs Education (5-11 Years)
University of Chichester
Chichester 2020.09 - 2023.08
Master of Science - Education
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2023.09 - 2024.08
Skills
- Incorporating differentiated instruction
- Personalised learning advocacy
- SEND inclusion strategies
- Integrative technology use
Interests
Cadets – I was a member of the Air Cadets from 13 to 20, where I was frequently in positions of responsibility where I learnt about managing and working with others. I am now an adult volunteer within the Air Cadets, where I have further developed my skills in supporting young people with pursuing ambitious goals through a youth organisation as I once did. Cadets has provided me with invaluable life skills such as leadership, commitment, and perseverance., Sports - I enjoy playing team sports and play for Crawley Hockey Club. I have previously been captain of my hockey team at East Grinstead Hockey Club, a position which taught me the importance of diplomacy and good team management skills.
Affiliations
- Rifle shooting
- Hockey
- Running
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Class Teacher
Manor Green Primary School
2025.09 - Current
Class Teacher
Everychild Partnership Trust
2024.09 - 2025.08
Master of Science - Education
University of Edinburgh
2023.09 - 2024.08
Support bank staff
The Gingerbread House Nursery
2021.07 - 2022.07
BA (Hons) - Primary Education With Special Needs Education (5-11 Years)
University of Chichester
2020.09 - 2023.08
Student Support Worker
St Piers School
2019.06 - 2020.09
Cafe worker
Haskins Garden Centre
2017.05 - 2018.05
Waitress and bar tender
Star Inn
2017.04 - 2018.12
BTECs: Level 2 - Aviation Studies, Level 3 Teamwork and Personal Development
Royal Air Force Cadets
2015.01 - 2017.01
Volunteer
Shelter charity shop
2012.09 - 2013.03
A-Levels - History (C), Spanish (C), English (D)
Imberhorne School
2009.09 - 2017.06