Helen Baron
Sidcup,Greater London
Summary
I am an engaging Subject Teacher and Form Tutor with vast experience teaching English Literature and Language. My pedagodgy has successfully contributed to towards our Outstanding report from Ofdted. I have experience in teaching Key stages 3-5. I am a Knowledgeable and hard-working team player, with a keen interest in pastoral roles, oracy skills, and supporting students of SEND. I have a proven track record of increasing progress 8 scores and improvements up to GCSE data. I am currently running a creative writing club; a spelling bee and a debate club. These clubs are all thriving. Lastly, I have built excellent relationships with students, parents and colleauges.
I am keen to take on more responsibility in a new school environment with proven high attainment. I am looking forward to sharing and creating new resources, which will maintain and even improve the attainment in this impressionable and dynamic school. Finally, I look foward to meeting new students, parents, and inspiring colleauges who are keen to collaborate new ideas, and contribute towards the growth of the school.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Secondary English Teacher
Townley Grammar School
Bexleyheath, Bexley
09.2022 - Current
- Minimised Teacher Talking Time (TTT) to maximise student engagement and interaction.
- Liaised with students, parents and teaching staff to offer holistic support catering to different student needs.
- Set academic targets for students, communicating constructive feedback to address obstacles to learning.
- Observed other instructors and lecturers, learning new techniques for future lectures and courses.
- Established and enforced classroom rules in line with school behavioural policy.
- Minimised low level disruption by enforcing classroom policies.
- Maintained updated curriculum knowledge for expert student guidance.
- Engaged students with lesson materials by building positive rapport.
- Alerted pastoral teams of concerns about particular students to offer appropriate support.
- Planned and conducted periodic assessments to monitor student progress, marking tests quickly and providing detailed individual feedback.
English teacher
Charles Darwin Secondary School
Biggin Hill, Bromley
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Related course material to students' interests, preferences and experiences.
- Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.
- Supported students in achieving personalised linguistic goals within desired timeframes.
- Tailored lesson delivery using proven techniques for students with additional learning needs.
Trainee English Teacher
Aylesford School
Aylesford, Kent
09.2020 - 07.2021
NHS call handler
London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Croydon
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Facilitated strategic decision-making by producing accurate, comprehensive end-of-shift reports.
- Exceeded service targets by [Number]% through swift and dynamic call handling.
- Redirected callers for smooth and prompt transfers.
- Received telephone inquiries, answering questions with up-to-date information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Chester
Chester 09.2014 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Education
University East London
London 09.2020 - 07.2021
Skills
- Lesson planning expertise
- Student behaviour management
- Curriculum development
- Verbal crisis prevention intervention
- Pastoral care
- Field trips
- Team building
- Problem-solving
Affiliations
- Yoga Teacher
- Tutor
- Cyclist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Secondary English Teacher
Townley Grammar School
09.2022 - Current
English teacher
Charles Darwin Secondary School
09.2021 - 07.2022
Trainee English Teacher
Aylesford School
09.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Arts - Education
University East London
09.2020 - 07.2021
NHS call handler
London Ambulance Service NHS Trust
05.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Chester
09.2014 - 06.2017
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