Katherine Blackman
ilford,Essex
Summary
Passionate Literacy Advocate experienced in implementing effective reading comprehension strategies and enhancing literacy across diverse populations. Fostered a love for reading through strong communication and organisational skills, creating impactful learning experiences for students and educators. Committed to supporting educational development and improving literacy outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience
Work history
Literacy development coordinator
Five Rivers Child Care
Ilford, Redbridge
2025.04 - Current
- Contributed significantly towards the improvement of overall school literacy rates through consistent efforts.
- Coordinated with teachers to implement effective pedagogical strategies in literacy development.
- Proactively addressed any obstacles hindering students' learning process, making sure that no one was left behind in mastering essential literacy skills.
- Supported less experienced teachers by sharing useful resources and providing constructive feedback on their lesson plans.
- Championed diversity by incorporating multicultural literature in curriculum planning.
Senior project manager
London Borough of Hackney
Hackney, Essex
2000.09 - 2024.08
- Led cross-functional teams for effective project execution.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution.
- Tracked project progress diligently, ensuring adherence to set deadlines.
- Ensured timely completion of tasks with diligent monitoring and follow-ups.
- Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential disruptions on projects' timeline or budget.
- Delivered successful project outcomes by directing team activities and facilitating communication.
- Managed resources efficiently, resulting in cost savings.
- Strengthened client relationships by maintaining open and consistent communication lines throughout projects' duration.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to meet project objectives.
- Fostered a harmonious work environment, boosting team morale during high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with different department heads, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives whilst executing projects.
- Achieved process optimisation through quality control measures.
- Led the implementation of strategic initiatives for business growth.
- Devised strategies to overcome challenges during project life cycle stages.
- Improved team performance through regular training sessions and workshops.
Education
Teachers Diploma - Primary Education
Port-of-Spain Teachers College
Trinidad and Tobago 1976.09 - 1978.07
Qualified Teacher's Certificate - Primary Education
Institute of Education
City of London 1992.09 - 1994.07
Reading Recovery Diploma - Reading Recovery
Institute of Education
City of London 2005.09 - 2006.07
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Digital learning tools proficiency
- Literacy advocacy
- Reading strategies
- Peer review execution
- Resourceful teaching strategies
- Active listening
Timeline
Literacy development coordinator
Five Rivers Child Care
2025.04 - Current
Reading Recovery Diploma - Reading Recovery
Institute of Education
2005.09 - 2006.07
Senior project manager
London Borough of Hackney
2000.09 - 2024.08
Qualified Teacher's Certificate - Primary Education
Institute of Education
1992.09 - 1994.07
Teachers Diploma - Primary Education
Port-of-Spain Teachers College
1976.09 - 1978.07