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Heidi  Dembele

Heidi Dembele

London,City of London

Summary

I am an enthusiastic Primary School Teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social and emotional areas. I am always continuing to learn and grow professionally to be the most effective teacher. I am able to understand and implement new technologies and teaching strategies based on my students individual needs. I am a hardworking Primary School Teacher bringing 16 years' experience in education. Every day I am dedicated and determined teacher to reach every student's success. My strength is being organised and motivational teacher who prepares and delivers creative lessons across all key academic subjects. My aim is to create a fun, engaging and supportive classroom environment where every child can succeed. Every child matters. I am very skilled at establishing positive, supportive relationships with families to boost student achievements. Relationship with families is a vital key to support children.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Primary school teacher

La Fontaine Primary School ( STEP Trust)
London, London
09.2022 - Current
  • Strengthened class management techniques to elevate student behaviour, improving focus and engagement.
  • Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
  • Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.

Private tutor

self employed
London, London
09.2022 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with students to create strategic, achievable learning schemes, aiding achievement of desired goals.
  • Planned lessons to target subject weaknesses and build skills within strengths.
  • Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.

Primary school teacher

Kilmorie Primary School
London, London
09.2018 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with administrators to develop classroom policies, management strategies and discipline methods.
  • Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.

Primary school teacher

Haberdashers Askes Knights Temple Grove
London, London
09.2013 - 08.2018
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
  • Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.

Primary school teacher

Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
London, London
04.2008 - 08.2013
  • Kept classrooms clean, organised and safe for students, teaching staff and visitors.
  • Adapted teaching materials to meet needs of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.

Nursery school teacher

University of Arts (London)
London, London
09.2005 - 03.2008
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, carefully adhering to individual dietary requirements and portioning standards.
  • Created safe and stimulating outdoor learning environments.
  • Supported children's development with learning-through-play activities, aiding social, emotional and educational growth.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of Turku ( Finland), Turku / Finland
09.1997 - 06.2001

A-Levels - chosen A level subjects

Vaasan Lyseo ( Finland), Vaasa/ Finland
09.1995 - 06.1997

GCSEs - chosen GCSE subjects

Vaasan yla aste ( Finland), Vaasa/ Finland
09.1991 - 06.1995

Skills

  • Creative lesson planning
  • Positive reinforcement strategies
  • Visual arts
  • Standardised tests
  • SATs preparation
  • Behaviour management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Classroom engagement techniques
  • Physical education
  • Engaging lesson planning
  • Organisational skills
  • Confidence building strategies
  • Cross-curricular teaching

Languages

English
Fluent
Finnish
Native
Swedish
Upper intermediate
French
Intermediate

Timeline

Primary school teacher - La Fontaine Primary School ( STEP Trust)
09.2022 - Current
Private tutor - self employed
09.2022 - 11.2023
Primary school teacher - Kilmorie Primary School
09.2018 - 08.2022
Primary school teacher - Haberdashers Askes Knights Temple Grove
09.2013 - 08.2018
Primary school teacher - Oliver Goldsmith Primary School
04.2008 - 08.2013
Nursery school teacher - University of Arts (London)
09.2005 - 03.2008
University of Turku ( Finland) - Bachelor of Education, Education
09.1997 - 06.2001
Vaasan Lyseo ( Finland) - A-Levels, chosen A level subjects
09.1995 - 06.1997
Vaasan yla aste ( Finland) - GCSEs, chosen GCSE subjects
09.1991 - 06.1995
Heidi Dembele