Joanna Hicking
Redditch,Worcestershire
Summary
Energetic KS1 teacher 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.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PrimaryTeacher
Fioretti Trust
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2022 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Primary supply teacher
Aspire People
Birmingham, West Midlands
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
Assitant Headteacher
Our Lady Of Lourdes
REDDITCH, Worcestershire
09.2006 - 08.2021
- Effectively ensure safeguarding of all pupils, families and staff as the Designated Lead through policies, training record keeping and an Open Door Policy
- Responsible for all vulnerable groups within school community e.g Travelling children, Looked After children ensuring needs met and progress made
- Successfully heightened welfare to that of paramount importance in school: building strong relationships, smooth transitions, problem solving, sign posting and supporting families with issues such as benefits, housing, food, mental health, addictions , prison domestic violence eviction. homelessness
- Built strong relationships with families. staff. community and professionals
- SEND co-ordinator ensuring diversity and equality was part of the school ethos
- Improved attendance, behaviour and anti- bullying strategies resulting in significant increases in improving school attendance and being ready to learn
- Successfully established and ensure all Covid 19 policies adhered to and all school community remained safe
- Closely monitored and evaluated student work and learning development to ensure curriculum and teaching pedagogy effective
- Assisted in staff hiring processes by short listing, interviewing candidates and conducting induction of all new staff and volunters in school
- Collaborated with headteacher and Governors to review, plan and develop school policies, decision-making and strategic planning
- Pro-actively contributed to school's daily management, ensuring school functioned efficiently and effectively
- Conducted regular teacher appraisals, communicating successes and improvements required to enhance teacher motivation and student development
- Researched in order to drive new initiatives, delivered to staff and coordinated projects e.g. Nurture Group. SEND equipment, Peer massage, Parent support groups, Autism and Dyslexia friendly schools
- IT competent, attended regular training
Primary supply teacher
Worcestershire County Council
Redditch, Worcestershire
02.2005 - 11.2011
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
Primary Supply Teacher
Birmingham City Council
Birmingham , West Midlands
04.2005 - 09.2009
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
Swimming Teacher
The Coach House Swimming Pool
Redditch, Worcestershire
01.2005 - 04.2006
- Curated strength and mobility routines to develop and maintain sport-specific endurance.
- Planned and delivered swimming lessons to many child and adult learners.
- Upheld compliance in safety and health-related areas, following established procedures and legislation.
- Established and maintained excellent customer relationships, putting pupils at ease with confident, can-do attitude.
- Utilised practised teaching techniques to build student confidence and enjoyment.
primary Supply teacher
The Rosslyn Independent School
Birmingham, West Midlands
04.2005 - 10.2005
- Managed student behaviour through appropriate disciplinary measures, promoting self-governance to minimise future incidents.
- Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
- Maintained thorough understanding of trends and developments to produce innovative and engaging lessons.
- Taught pre-planned lesson material in line with school guidelines to maintain cohesive classes for students.
Primary Teacher
Turves Green primary School
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.1991 - 11.2002
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.
- Maintained working knowledge of Key Stage 2 curriculum and related guidance.
- Led parent meetings to discuss student attendance, attainment and behaviour.
- Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Encouraged students to work together to achieve goals.
Education
National SENCO Award - SEND
University of Worcester
Worcester 09.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University of Exeter
Exeter 09.1987 - 06.1991
Skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
PrimaryTeacher
Fioretti Trust
09.2022 - Current
Primary supply teacher
Aspire People
02.2022 - 07.2022
National SENCO Award - SEND
University of Worcester
09.2015 - 06.2016
Assitant Headteacher
Our Lady Of Lourdes
09.2006 - 08.2021
Primary Supply Teacher
Birmingham City Council
04.2005 - 09.2009
primary Supply teacher
The Rosslyn Independent School
04.2005 - 10.2005
Primary supply teacher
Worcestershire County Council
02.2005 - 11.2011
Swimming Teacher
The Coach House Swimming Pool
01.2005 - 04.2006
Primary Teacher
Turves Green primary School
09.1991 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Education - Teaching
University of Exeter
09.1987 - 06.1991
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