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Ignacio Jimenez

London

Summary

Dynamic music educator with extensive and diverse experience. Excelling in lesson planning and crafting resources. Proven track record in curriculum development and fostering creativity through extracurricular leadership. Bilingual in Spanish, I effectively engage diverse learners, driving academic growth and enhancing student participation in vibrant school cultures.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher of Music

St. Thomas teh Apostle School
London
09.2024 - Current
  • Mentored Year 9 and 11 students as a tutor, enhancing academic and personal growth.
  • Taught engaging lessons for KS3 to KS5, boosting student interest.
  • Developed and adapted bespoke educational materials, catering to varied learning needs.
  • Assessed student progress, providing actionable feedback for improvement.
  • Contributed to school events, enriching the school's cultural environment.
  • Led extracurricular activities, nurturing students' creativity and encouraging participation.

Teacher of Music

City Heights E-Act Academy
London
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Guided Year 9 students as a pastoral tutor, supporting academic and personal development.
  • Designed and delivered engaging music lessons for KS3 and KS4, enhancing student participation.
  • Created tailored educational resources to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Evaluated student progress, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement.
  • Participated in school-wide events, fostering a vibrant school culture and community spirit.
  • Led extracurricular activities such as the Keyboard Club and Percussion Club, promoting musical skills..

Teacher of Music

Dunraven School
London
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Teach and plan music lessons for Key Stage 3 to 5.
  • Design educational resources to support varied learning needs.
  • Assess and provide feedback, ensuring that students apply insights for academic growth.
  • Coordinated with the Director of Learning to organize concerts.
  • Led extracurricular activities, nurturing students' creativity, and encouraging participation.

Music Teacher Assistant

Dunraven School
London
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Boosted student engagement and understanding in music through diverse learning support.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to increase student participation.
  • Maintained digital resources for optimal accessibility and clarity.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance efficiency within the music department.
  • Led and assisted in extracurricular groups, including the composition club and the Junior Band.

Teacher Cover Supervisor

ZEN EDUCATE
London
03.2021 - 09.2021

Ensured compliance with school policies and safeguarding guidelines. Delivered lessons as per the subject teacher's instructions, enhancing student engagement. Supported school operations during breaks and lunchtimes, fostering a safe environment.

Volunteer TA

Trinity Academy
London
11.2020 - 03.2021

Supported KS3/KS4 lessons, enhancing student engagement and understanding. Enforced school rules promote positive student behavior. Planned and executed engaging learning activities, ensuring curriculum alignment. Translated educational materials into Spanish, bridging language gaps and enhancing accessibility for non-native speakers.

Music Tutor

Forte Arts Ltd.
London
12.2016 - 03.2020

Designed and delivered music lessons for ages 6 to adult, enhancing skill levels. Adapted music arrangements to students' capabilities, improving exam readiness. Communicated with parents and carers, ensuring pupil progress and satisfaction. Prepared students for ABRSM exams, achieving measurable progress in their musical proficiency.

Music Teacher & Lecturer - Degree in Music Studies

Progreso Musical
London
09.2011 - 07.2015

Higher School of Music.

Planned and delivered engaging music lessons for students aged 18 and above.

Designed comprehensive resources and presentations for diverse music subjects. Assessed student progress to ensure high standards of music education. Coordinated department timetables to optimize teaching schedules. Facilitated successful exams, auditions, and concerts, enhancing student performance.

Education

Teacher Subject Specialism Training MFL Spanish -

Cranford Community College
London
01-2019

Quialified TEacher Status (QTS) -

National College For Teaching And Leadership
UK
01-2017

Certificate in Teaching Avility -

Complutense University of Madird
Madrid
06-2009

Higher Diploma (5 Years Degree) - Composition

Royal Higher Conservatoire of Music of Madrid
Spain
06.2008

Professional Diploma - Honours in Composition

Professional Conservatoire “Amaniel”
Spain
06.2002

GCE - Humanities And Social Science

Carlos Bousoño Secondary School
Madrid
06-1996

Skills

  • Lesson planning and student assessment
  • Curriculum development and resource creation
  • Extracurricular leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Native spanish fluency
  • Creative thinking

Languages

  • Spanish, native
  • English

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher of Music

St. Thomas teh Apostle School
09.2024 - Current

Teacher of Music

City Heights E-Act Academy
09.2023 - 08.2024

Teacher of Music

Dunraven School
09.2022 - 08.2023

Music Teacher Assistant

Dunraven School
09.2021 - 08.2022

Teacher Cover Supervisor

ZEN EDUCATE
03.2021 - 09.2021

Volunteer TA

Trinity Academy
11.2020 - 03.2021

Music Tutor

Forte Arts Ltd.
12.2016 - 03.2020

Music Teacher & Lecturer - Degree in Music Studies

Progreso Musical
09.2011 - 07.2015

Teacher Subject Specialism Training MFL Spanish -

Cranford Community College

Quialified TEacher Status (QTS) -

National College For Teaching And Leadership

Certificate in Teaching Avility -

Complutense University of Madird

Higher Diploma (5 Years Degree) - Composition

Royal Higher Conservatoire of Music of Madrid

Professional Diploma - Honours in Composition

Professional Conservatoire “Amaniel”

GCE - Humanities And Social Science

Carlos Bousoño Secondary School
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