Joanne Louise Chisholm
Sleaford
Summary
Enthusiastic Primary teacher with expertise in delivering and planning KS1 lessons for mainstream and SEN students. Proven ability to implement effective interventions tailored to individual learning needs. Strong communication skills combined with a dedicated and proactive approach to education. Seeking a dynamic role in an educational environment to further enhance student learning outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary school cover teacher/teaching assistant
St Botolph's Primary School
Sleaford , Lincolnshire
10.2023 - Current
- Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement.
- Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
- Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
BalletBeFit Dance Instructor
BalletBeFit Ltd
Sleaford , Lincolnshire
10.2019 - Current
- Instructed beginners with basic techniques to build foundation skills in dance.
- Planning and delivering Ballet fitness classes to a range of different ages and abilities.
- Worked with groups of young students as part of a Summer Schools.
- Choreographed exercises, and tailored routines to meet different styles and levels of ability.
BalletBeFit Sales Executive
BalletBeFit Ltd
Homeworking
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Strengthened profit opportunities through targeted customer relationship development, continually meeting sales objectives.
- Helped promote the BalletBeFit brand by organising live-stream technique workshops.
- Effectively handled daily customer meetings, sales calls, and account management tasks.
Healthcare recruitment consultant
P9 Recruitment
Homeworking
04.2012 - 06.2013
- Liaising with large healthcare firms, vetting and screening candidates for the suitability for the role.
- Offered advice to clients and candidates on pay rates, career progression, and training.
Senior recruitment consultant
Randstad Education
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
10.2005 - 12.2010
- Responsible for the staffing and recruitment needs for primary schools in Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Peterborough.
- Cultivated new business opportunities and sourced vacancies through marketing calls, client visits, event presentations, and extensive networking.
- Developed a strong understanding of client companies' values, work culture, and environment to ensure the correct candidate was matched to the role.
Art Teacher Secondary School
Howell's School
Denbigh, Denbighshire
05.2005 - 07.2005
- Art teacher at high achieving independent girls' school.
- Preparing GCSE and AS/A2 students for examinations.
- Delivered engaging lessons encouraging creativity and artistic thinking in line with curriculum guidelines for Years 7-11.
- Maintained a compliant classroom workspace in line with health and safety regulations.
Education
PGCE Secondary Art & Design -
University of Bangor
07.2003 - 07.2004
BA - Fine Art & Psychology
Reading University
09.1998 - 07.2001
Skills
- Group facilitation Individual coaching Learning assessments
- Flexibility in tasks
- Read Write Inc (RWI) teacher
- Relentlessly goal-oriented
- Dance Instructor
- Special education techniques
- Classroom planning
- Type 1 diabetes experience
- Safeguarding procedures
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
Safeguarding Courses ( Lincolnshire County Council) - 0ct 23 - June 26
- Lincolnshire safeguarding Children's partnership.
Autism awareness courses - April 24 & Oct 25
- How to de-escalate volatile situations in the classroom. Adaptive teaching techniques.
BalletBeFit Instructor Certification - 2019
- Accredited course on the fundamentals of dance teaching and choreographic skills with assessments throughout on class delivery and execution.
Team Teach Instructor - 2009-2010
- A holistic approach to handling challenging behaviour within an educational setting. Organised training courses for professional teachers.
MREC- Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation. -2005-2010
Aspiring teacher certificate - 2005 - Recognition for going above and beyond in relation to moderating GCSE and A-level artwork.
English Speaking Union Scholarship- 1997 - Scholarship to study in the USA for six months.
Gaps in CV
10/17-10/19 -Maternity leave, re-located to Sleaford, Lincolnshire
06/14-10/17-Lived in USA. Volunteer roles at Cape Henry School.VB.
06/13-06/14-Maternity leave.
12/10 -04/12- Maternity leave, relocated to Coningsby, Lincolnshire.
Personal Information
- Nationality: British
- Date of birth: 26.08.78
Interests
I have a strong interest in art and the performing arts. I really value visiting galleries and museums with my family and I also particularly enjoy the outdoors and wildlife and taking time to be by the sea.I have a strong interest in dance and fitness and particularly enjoy meeting a diverse range of people through delivering my BalletBeFit classes.
Timeline
Primary school cover teacher/teaching assistant
St Botolph's Primary School
10.2023 - Current
BalletBeFit Sales Executive
BalletBeFit Ltd
10.2022 - 09.2023
BalletBeFit Dance Instructor
BalletBeFit Ltd
10.2019 - Current
Healthcare recruitment consultant
P9 Recruitment
04.2012 - 06.2013
Senior recruitment consultant
Randstad Education
10.2005 - 12.2010
Art Teacher Secondary School
Howell's School
05.2005 - 07.2005
PGCE Secondary Art & Design -
University of Bangor
07.2003 - 07.2004
BA - Fine Art & Psychology
Reading University
09.1998 - 07.2001