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Jenny Mckeag

Ashford ,Surrey

Summary

Enthusiastic Primary School Teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social and emotional areas. Energetic [Job title] driven to continue to learn and grow professionally to be the most effective teacher. Able to understand and implement new technologies and teaching strategies. Excel at working with different learning styles. Skilled Primary School Teacher highly effective at providing individualised support to all students. Energetic and empathetic individual with desire to gain work experience and learn from teaching staff. Eager to help children understand and engage with creative curriculum. Uses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with both students and parents. Organised and motivational [Job Title] with background in preparing and delivering creative lessons across all key academic subjects. Creates fun, engaging and supportive classroom environments. Skilled at establishing positive, supportive relationships with families to boost student achievements. Caring and supportive person committed to creating motivating and inspiring learning environments. Creative, innovative and approachable person. Proven success using visual aids and displays to increase engagement and understanding of various subjects. Creative and adaptable teaching professional with experience in planning and presenting lessons catering to varying needs and abilities. Organised, confident and friendly individual. Uses creative learning strategies to increase classroom engagement and enhance student understanding. Accomplished teaching professional with extensive experience developing Key Stage [Number] pupils. Enhanced educational, social and emotional growth through strategic lesson planning and delivery. Guided students with compassion and care for positive learning experiences. Focused and dedicated primary school educator with [Number] years of experience. Passionate about educating children ages [Number] to [Number] using various activities and organizational tools. Expert developing lesson plans, creating custom class materials assigning classwork and grading tests. Diplomatic communicator when addressing parents and children about disciplinary actions. Accomplished [Job title] successful in classroom management, student evaluations and test preparation. Proven history of improving student learning outcomes by adapting lesson plans to student needs. Dedicated to promoting academic performance and fostering social skills and character development.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

St Vincents Catholic Primary
Mottingham, Bromley

Primary School Teacher
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • 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.
  • Strengthened class management techniques to elevate student behaviour, improving focus and engagement.
  • Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
  • Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
  • Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
  • Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
  • Stayed abreast of changes to school policies and educational trends by attending professional development courses and in-service training.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results, compiling termly and end-of-year student reports.
  • Trained staff in adapting teachings to suit students with diverse needs.
  • Implemented new resources and technologies to improve student support and education.
  • Observed pupils closely in classroom environment to foster engagement.
  • Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
  • Edited and revised standard curriculum to complement functional capacity of students.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
  • Liaised with external support providers to deliver high-quality resources and instruction.
  • Offered guidance and advice to parents on educational and social matters relating to SEN students.
  • Coached students in voice, tempo and rhythm skills among other music courses.
  • Trained, rehearsed and led students in school and community musical programs.
  • Monitored students response to learning activities and modified appropriately to achieve intended learning outcomes.

Victoria college
Belfast

1:1 Teaching Assistant Special Needs
09.2014 - 06.2016

Job overview

  • Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
  • Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
  • Maintained sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
  • Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
  • Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
  • Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
  • Maximised student engagement and receptive learning by educating students using individualised instructional approaches.
  • Planned and arranged classrooms to promote learning and student achievement.
  • Organised class spaces and prepared materials for upcoming teacher lessons.
  • Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring, improving overall department attainment.
  • Attended to younger children's basic physical needs and assisted in development of personal skills.
  • Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
  • Liaised with team of professionals from different disciplines to implement comprehensive action plan.
  • Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, contributing to progress meetings to provide feedback, raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
  • Assisted students with a range of learning differences, including ADD, ADHD, [Type] and [Type] to achieve their full potential for independence.
  • Assisted students to reach social development milestones.
  • Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
  • Shared information about students with parents, other staff and internal and external agencies in line with shool policies.
  • Monitored students response to learning activities and modified appropriately to achieve intended learning outcomes.
  • Took part in school training activities to advance knowledge in working with students with specific learning difficulties.
  • Observed children to identify changes in behaviour and reported such changes to classroom teacher.
  • Supported classroom teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording students progress.
  • Helped children with eating, dressing and other aspects of personal care while encouraging independence.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
  • Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
  • Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.

River Island
Newtownards, Ards and North Down

Sales Assistant
10.2009 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Provided service with a smile, offering courteous, helpful advice to best meet customer needs.
  • Accepted and processed cash, cheque, card and mobile payments using POS systems.
  • Provided excellent sales services by offering bespoke product advice to meet exact customers needs.
  • Received and processed product returns.
  • Cultivated loyal, profitable customer relationships, asking open-ended questions to assess and cater to individual needs.
  • Fostered positive relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and retention.
  • Shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing, organised displays to engage customers.
  • Managed till operations by promptly and precisely scanning items, processing payments and issuing receipts.
  • Increased seasonal event sales through targeted selling in line with current marketing initiatives and promotions.
  • Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial profit increases.
  • Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
  • Monitored display stock levels, replenishing for consistently well-stocked sales floor.
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Carried out back-of-house maintenance, for clear, easy-to-navigate stockroom management.
  • Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained knowledge of products and features to provide recommendations to customers.

Education

University of Ulster Magee
, Northern Ireland

Bachelor of Music from Music
09.2011 - 06.2014

University of Greenwich
, London

PGCE from Primary education
09.2016 - 07.2017

UCL Institute of Education
, London

NPQML from Leadership
10.2019 - 03.2022

Skills

  • Learner assessment
  • Physical education
  • Parent rapport building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Classroom engagement techniques

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Primary School Teacher

St Vincents Catholic Primary
09.2023 - Current

UCL Institute of Education

NPQML from Leadership
10.2019 - 03.2022

University of Greenwich

PGCE from Primary education
09.2016 - 07.2017

1:1 Teaching Assistant Special Needs

Victoria college
09.2014 - 06.2016

University of Ulster Magee

Bachelor of Music from Music
09.2011 - 06.2014

Sales Assistant

River Island
10.2009 - 06.2014
Jenny Mckeag