Karen Charles
St Albans,Hertfordshire
Summary
A highly adaptable and hardworking professional with a keen eye for detail and good communication skills. Although my formal retail experience is limited, many years in the education sector have provided me with strong organisational abilities, effective interpersonal skills and positive collaborative working in both a supportive and complementary role. I am keen to bring these qualities to the team at M and S, along with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellent customer service.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Supply Teacher and short term contracts
Certus Education/Hertfordshire Education Authority
, Hertfordshire
2024.09 - 2026.01
- Adapted to different styles of planning and learning environments.
- Communicated with students and staff regarding expectations and routines.
Class Teacher and PSHE/Art and D.T. Lead
Essendon C of E Primary School
Essendon, Hertfordshire
2022.09 - 2024.08
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Developed and presented D.T. planning and coverage to Governors.
- Created a range of resources to support differentiated learning.
Class Teacher and PSHE Lead
Belswains Primary School
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
2012.09 - 2022.08
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies, including remote working and delivery.
- Promoted inclusion and equal opportunities in the classroom.
- Mentor to both newly qualified teachers and student teachers.
- Communicated with parents and carers.
Class Teacher and History/Geography Lead
Bushey Heath Primary School
Bushey Heath, Hertfordshire
2007.04 - 2012.08
- Developed and improved subject plans.
- Carried out monitoring, evaluation and assessment.
- Prepared pupils for Key Stage 2 SATs and secondary transition.
Class Teacher
Stanburn Middle School
Stanmore, Harrow
2002.09 - 2006.08
- Worked with different age ranges from Year 4 to Year 7.
- Planned and collaborated with other staff members to ensure continuity.
Class Teacher and Art and Display/D.T. lead
West Lodge Middle School
Pinner, Harrow
1988.09 - 1992.06
- Monitored display throughout the school to ensure it reflected high standards and stimulus for learning.
- Provided in service training for staff.
- Year group co-ordinator.
Class Teacher (NQT Year)
Leagrave Junior School
, Bedfordshire
1987.09 - 1988.08
Student/Weekend Retail Positions
H. Samuel, Debenhams, Marks and Spencer
Luton, Bedfordshire
1980.09 - 1986.01
Education
Batchelor of Education - Education
University of Hertfordshire
Aldenham 1982.09 - 1985.07
A-Levels - English Literature, Sociology, Religious Education
Luton Sixth Form College
Luton, Bedfordshire 1979.09 - 1982.07
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication skills
- Creativity
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Good work ethic
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
Timeline
Supply Teacher and short term contracts
Certus Education/Hertfordshire Education Authority
2024.09 - 2026.01
Class Teacher and PSHE/Art and D.T. Lead
Essendon C of E Primary School
2022.09 - 2024.08
Class Teacher and PSHE Lead
Belswains Primary School
2012.09 - 2022.08
Class Teacher and History/Geography Lead
Bushey Heath Primary School
2007.04 - 2012.08
Class Teacher
Stanburn Middle School
2002.09 - 2006.08
Class Teacher and Art and Display/D.T. lead
West Lodge Middle School
1988.09 - 1992.06
Class Teacher (NQT Year)
Leagrave Junior School
1987.09 - 1988.08
Batchelor of Education - Education
University of Hertfordshire
1982.09 - 1985.07
Student/Weekend Retail Positions
H. Samuel, Debenhams, Marks and Spencer
1980.09 - 1986.01
A-Levels - English Literature, Sociology, Religious Education
Luton Sixth Form College
1979.09 - 1982.07