Jayne Robinson
Richhill,Co. Armagh
Summary
A kind and empathetic educator who fosters a positive and encouraging learning environment. Extensive experience supporting pupils with additional and special educational needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
P6&7 Principal Release
Walker Memorial Primary School
Castlecaulfield, Tyrone
2017.02 - 2025.04
- Coordinated Numeracy throughout the school.
- Prepared pupils for the SEAG tests.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities like Cycling Proficiency, Eco Club, Puzzle Club.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
Learning Support Teacher
Dunmurry Primary School
Dunmurry, Antrim
2019.09 - 2022.06
- Used assistive technology like the Nessy Dyslexia Programme and the Lexia Language Programme.
- Trained to use the Numicon programme to support Numeracy concepts.
- Monitored progress and wrote reports on pupils receiving learning support.
- Collaborated with teachers to ascertain learning requirements and implemented study plans to achieve goals.
Special Educational Needs Job Coach
South West College
Armagh, Armagh
2018.09 - 2019.06
- Worked collaboratively with other colleagues within the SEN team.
- Collaborated with employers to ascertain specific requirements and preferences.
- Advocated on behalf of students when negotiating terms with prospective employers.
P4-7 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
Cookstown, Tyrone
2016.02 - 2017.06
- Lead The World Around Us within the school.
- Led after-school clubs, extending learning beyond the traditional setting.
Intervention Teacher
Malvern Primary School
Belfast, Antrim
2015.05 - 2016.02
- Monitored Literacy and Numeracy attainment by delivering diagnostic tests.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay updated on SEN best practices.
Education Worker
Barnardo's School's Programme
Belfast, Antrim
2013.09 - 2015.05
- Delivered the Incredible Years DINA programme to promote emotional intelligence and resilience.
- Delivered after-school Literacy based clubs.
- Organised a Toy Lending Library within Nursery settings.
- Delivered fine motor skills sessions with parents.
Special Educational Needs Teacher
Newmills Primary School
Newmills
2013.01 - 2013.06
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team to develop holistic education plans for students with special needs.
- Utilised Makaton and British Sign Language abilities to support students with communication difficulties.
P6&7 Teacher
Churchill Primary School
Caledon, Armagh
2012.09 - 2012.12
- Involved in Inspection Process.
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
P1-3 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
Cookstown, Tyrone
2011.11 - 2012.06
- Delivered engaging Learning Through Play sessions.
- Set up multi-sensory activities to increase student enjoyment of learning phonics.
- Delivered dynamic, effective lessons focusing on phonics and word recognition skills.
Learning Support Senior Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
2011.09 - 2011.11
- Implemented inclusive teaching methods to encourage participation from all students.
- Guided teaching assistants in providing targeted support to individuals or small groups of pupils under supervision.
Learning Support Infant Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
2011.03 - 2011.06
- Used Sounds Write Phonics programme.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance the learning experience of SEN pupils.
- Utilised Makaton and British Sign Language abilities to support students with communication difficulties.
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Millington Primary School
Portadown, Armagh
2010.01 - 2010.06
- Reviewed and levelled class work appropriately.
- Lead afterschool Gardening Club.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Key Stage 1&2 Composite Teacher
Donaghmore Primary School
Donaghmore, Tyrone
2009.09 - 2009.12
- Delivered Linguistic Phonics objectives, developed and shared resources with colleagues.
- Lead afterschool French Club.
- Planned lessons according to the Northern Ireland curriculum to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Mullavilly Primary School
Mullavilly, Armagh
2008.09 - 2008.12
- Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
- Lead and delivered whole school themed Victorian Day.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
Key Stage 1 Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
Dungannon, Tyrone
2007.09 - 2008.05
- Worked with Speech and Language Therapists to support individual pupils.
- Planned and reviewed Individual Education Plans.
- Enhanced cultural understanding with a diverse curriculum to support Newcomer pupils.
Education
Portadown College
1998.09 - 2002.06
BA Hons - English Literature with Philosophy
Queen's University, Belfast
2002.09 - 2005.06
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Primary With Special Educational Needs
Edgehill University, Lancashire
Liverpool 2006.09 - 2007.06
Masters Special Educational Needs And Inclusion -
Queen's University, Belfast
2015.09 - 2017.12
Referees
- Mrs Amanda Johnston, P4-7 Teacher at Churchtown Primary School, ajohnston021@c2kni.net
- Mrs Laura Patterson-Daly, Principal at Walker Memorial Primary School, lpatterson942@c2kni.net
- Mrs Rachel Simpson, Team Lead at Twinkl NI, rachmgamble@gmail.com
Timeline
Learning Support Teacher
Dunmurry Primary School
2019.09 - 2022.06
Special Educational Needs Job Coach
South West College
2018.09 - 2019.06
P6&7 Principal Release
Walker Memorial Primary School
2017.02 - 2025.04
P4-7 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
2016.02 - 2017.06
Masters Special Educational Needs And Inclusion -
Queen's University, Belfast
2015.09 - 2017.12
Intervention Teacher
Malvern Primary School
2015.05 - 2016.02
Education Worker
Barnardo's School's Programme
2013.09 - 2015.05
Special Educational Needs Teacher
Newmills Primary School
2013.01 - 2013.06
P6&7 Teacher
Churchill Primary School
2012.09 - 2012.12
P1-3 Teacher
Churchtown Primary School
2011.11 - 2012.06
Learning Support Senior Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
2011.09 - 2011.11
Learning Support Infant Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
2011.03 - 2011.06
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Millington Primary School
2010.01 - 2010.06
Key Stage 1&2 Composite Teacher
Donaghmore Primary School
2009.09 - 2009.12
Key Stage 2 Teacher
Mullavilly Primary School
2008.09 - 2008.12
Key Stage 1 Teacher
Dungannon Primary School
2007.09 - 2008.05
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Primary With Special Educational Needs
Edgehill University, Lancashire
2006.09 - 2007.06
BA Hons - English Literature with Philosophy
Queen's University, Belfast
2002.09 - 2005.06
Portadown College
1998.09 - 2002.06