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Teacher

Joanne Cleall

Summary

Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and other stakeholders to teach and motivate students.

Over 20 years experience of working with children. Highly innovative and resourceful education professional who quickly identifies and resolves challenging classroom situations. Expert in closely monitoring student progress while implementing modern educational techniques into daily practices. Committed to long-term student success through well-rounded educations.

Excellent time-management and organisational skills. Able to meet deadlines and collaborate with team members effectively. Quick learner and eager to expand my skill set.

I enjoy having a positive impact on the lives of children and to enable them to develop holistically. I have a passion for learning new things.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher

The Epiphany School
Bournemouth
09.2018 - Current
  • Planned and prepared lessons with resources to support pupil progress, created displays and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
  • Worked with other teachers, outside professionals and stake holders to evaluate pupil progress and support future learning.
  • Communicated with parents in a professional, honest manner daily and during parent consultations.
  • Written reports to parents identifying pupils' strengths and identifying next steps in their learning.
  • Communicated regularly with other stakeholders (governors, teaching staff, outside agencies etc.)
  • NEU representative for the school -liaising between school and NEU. Sharing information and leading meetings.
  • Mentor to ECTs. Supporting their professional development.
  • Recorded data and evaluated to inform teaching.
  • Complied to Safeguarding guidelines. Maintained accurate, up-to-date and confidential files. Raised concerns to designated Safeguarding lead. Used professional curiosity to keep children safe.

HLTA

St Katharine's Primary School
Bournemouth
05.2005 - 07.2017
  • Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents, working collaboratively in the best interests of the children.
  • Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
  • Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
  • Led the school's breakfast club. Leading other staff members and supervising the children.
  • Assisted at the school's breakfast club. Working with the children to ensure that they were safe, happy and engaged.
  • SEND experience- worked with children with additional needs such as ASD and Cerebral Palsy. Implemented Individual therapy such as OT, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language from schemes provided by outside professionals.

After-School Nanny

Private
Bournemouth
05.2010 - 09.2012
  • Established effective after-school routine by preparing meals in advance, maximising time for play and homework.
  • Maintained secure, child-friendly environments with engaging activities and outdoor play.
  • Collected and drove children to and from school and clubs.
  • Adhered to set timeframes to maintain consistency with nighttime routines.
  • Continuously exceeded parent expectations by accommodating last-minute schedule changes.
  • Taught children safe behaviour while crossing streets, using climbing frames and cycling.
  • Modelled appropriate social behaviours, promoting empathy, kindness and concern for others.

Teaching Assistant

ST Luke's Primary School
Bournemouth, England
09.2002 - 05.2005
  • Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage further academic interest.
  • Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
  • Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
  • Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
  • Developed and nurtured excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
  • Administered first aid and medicines such as Diazepam, inhalers.

Customer Services Assistant

Tesco Extra
Bournemouth
05.2002 - 09.2002
  • Maintained till in balance during peak times whilst working on checkouts.
  • Confidently resolved customer complaints by offering informed solutions, escalating difficult situations to manager when appropriate.
  • Upheld outstanding personal and store operating standards, maintaining up-to-date awareness of health and safety regulations.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by professionally responding customer queries ensuring service consistency.
  • Assisted customers by locating and retrieving forgotten items in store to ensure smooth checkout process.
  • Kept the clothing department well-stocked, tidy and clothes presented appealingly.

Nursery Supervisor

Castle Lane Pre-School
Bournemouth, Cambridgeshire
10.1999 - 05.2002
  • Safeguarded and protected welfare of young children.
  • Followed nursery guidelines to address negative behaviours.
  • Worked with large team to complete daily tasks to schedule.
  • Provided kind, encouraging environments for children to learn and explore, aiding educational and social development.
  • Closely monitored child wellbeing, regularly updating parents to assure continued safety and security.
  • Wrote up regular activity and observations reports, monitoring children's progress and development.
  • Demonstrated awareness of children's cultural background, disabilities and medical histories.
  • Promoted internal policies, external legislation and regulatory guidelines.
  • Supervised indoor and outdoor play, providing first aid as necessary.
  • Cared for emotional and social support needs to provide holistic care.
  • Maintained welcoming, age-appropriate classroom environment.
  • Maintained consistently safe environments through diligent risk management in line with nursery guidelines.
  • Encouraged children to share and communicate with peers to boost social development.
  • Planned and led engaging activities for small groups of young children.

Education

PGCE - Education

South Coast SCITT
Bransgore, Hampshire
09.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Open

The Open University
Milton Keynes
10.2012 - 07.2016

BTEC National Diploma - Early Childhood Studies

Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education
Bournemouth
09.1997 - 07.1999

GCSEs -

The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth
09.1992 - 07.1997

Skills

  • Positive and encouraging
  • Strong collaborator
  • Purposeful lesson planning
  • Effective behaviour management
  • Knowledge of standardised testing
  • Excellent time management
  • Experience with children with additional needs
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Experienced at creating Individual Education Plans (IEP)
  • Self-motivated
  • Tutoring
  • Fast learner
  • Student progress reporting
  • Student-centred learning

Timeline

Teacher

The Epiphany School
09.2018 - Current

PGCE - Education

South Coast SCITT
09.2017 - 07.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Open

The Open University
10.2012 - 07.2016

After-School Nanny

Private
05.2010 - 09.2012

HLTA

St Katharine's Primary School
05.2005 - 07.2017

Teaching Assistant

ST Luke's Primary School
09.2002 - 05.2005

Customer Services Assistant

Tesco Extra
05.2002 - 09.2002

Nursery Supervisor

Castle Lane Pre-School
10.1999 - 05.2002

BTEC National Diploma - Early Childhood Studies

Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education
09.1997 - 07.1999

GCSEs -

The Bishop of Winchester Academy
09.1992 - 07.1997

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