Jack Stead
Ulfborg
Summary
Passionate educator and active citizen with experience in working and mentoring adults from diverse backgrounds, whilst teaching a wide range of subjects, but specialising in politics, history and environmental issues. Highly skilled at connecting and motivating people through honest communication and committed teamwork. Strong belief in the idea of collectivity and inclusivity for making a better world.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Teacher
Richmond Vale Academy
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Taught and Mentored 14 European, Latin American and Caribbean students through their Climate Activism Programme
- Created and facilitated lessons and workshops about history, politics, environment, and Open Future
- Assisted in planning and organisation of the Home Garden project of Richmond Vale Academy
- Was an active part of the teacher's council including teachers and project leaders at Richmond Vale Academy
Practice Teacher
DNS
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Taught and mentored 18 adults (20-28 years old)
- Created and facilitated lessons and workshops about Global and European politics and history, as well as planet protection, to students and wider audiences.
- Practised teaching of alternative pedagogies such as Participatory Action Research, Project Based Learning, with a very student-centred approach
Building maintenance
Skolerne I Boserup
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Cleaned, repaired, and/or painted 100+ windows of historic school building
- Improved appearance of both interior and exterior of school through painting, cleaning and other maintenance task
Pedagogical assistant
Boltibuddet På ITP
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Spent time, assisting, and caring for adults from difficult backgrounds or with special needs
- Created friendly and exciting environment through organising day and evening programmes/activities
- Assisted in preparing meals in common kitchen
Commis Chef
Rosewood
08.2018 - 01.2019
Kitchen Assistant
Yates'/Walkabout
10.2017 - 06.2018
Crew Member
McDonald's Leeds 1
08.2016 - 06.2017
Volunteer
Progressio ICS
07.2015 - 09.2015
- Fundraised £1500 prior to leaving
- Built vegetable patches with and for local community members
- Held educational sessions for all volunteers and community members
- Organised and lead session based on LGBT issues
- Built primary school playground
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Pedagogy
DNS – The Necessary Teacher Training College
Ulfborg, Denmark09.2023
Alton College
Alton, UK07.2015
St John's College
Portsmouth06.2013
Skills
- Adult Education
- Student-Centered Learning
- Active Participation in Groups or Events
- Public Speaking
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Teamwork and Communication
- Working under Pressure
- Organisation and Structure
Timeline
Practice Teacher
Richmond Vale Academy
02.2023 - 05.2023
Practice Teacher
DNS
10.2021 - 06.2022
Building maintenance
Skolerne I Boserup
06.2020 - 09.2020
Pedagogical assistant
Boltibuddet På ITP
02.2019 - 08.2019
Commis Chef
Rosewood
08.2018 - 01.2019
Kitchen Assistant
Yates'/Walkabout
10.2017 - 06.2018
Crew Member
McDonald's Leeds 1
08.2016 - 06.2017
Volunteer
Progressio ICS
07.2015 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Pedagogy
DNS – The Necessary Teacher Training College
Alton College
St John's College
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