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Katherine Wilson

Northampton

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in lesson planning and feedback, mentoring and coaching, and teacher training support. Demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing educational outcomes through effective mentorship and comprehensive training programmes. Aims to leverage skills in educational development to foster a collaborative learning environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Secondary maths teacher

Moulton School and Science College
Moulton, Northampton
01.2024 - Current
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring inclusive education for all students.
  • Collaborated with fellow Mathematics teachers, sharing best practices and resources for overall department improvement.
  • Assisted struggling learners through one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to noticeable improvements in their abilities.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management techniques.
  • Incorporated real-world examples into lessons to make abstract mathematical concepts more relatable for pupils.
  • Attended professional development workshops regularly, keeping abreast of the latest trends in secondary mathematics education.
  • Set high expectations for academic progress and classroom behaviour through well-focused teaching and discipline.
  • Observed colleagues' classes as part of peer review process sharing feedback on teaching methodologies employed.
  • Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
  • Assisted teachers in lesson planning with effective strategies and techniques.

Secondary maths teacher

Weston Favell Academy
Northampton
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Collaborated with fellow Mathematics teachers, sharing best practices and resources for overall department improvement.
  • Observed colleagues' classes as part of peer review process sharing feedback on teaching methodologies employed.
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring inclusive education for all students.

Second in Department

Abbeyfield School
Northampton
09.2014 - 06.2023

I was the second in department for four years.

Before that I was responsible for work related learning.

  • Lead the subject area and manage day-to-day operations in the HoD's absence.
  • Support and mentor Early Career Teachers (ECTs) training for unqualified teachers, to gain QTS status.
  • Plan meeting agendas, lead CPD (Continuing Professional Development) sessions, and share best practices.
  • Support staff with behaviour management in line with school policies and liaise with parents or Heads of Year when necessary.
  • Develop departments homework policy with Heads of departments.

Secondary maths teacher

Weavers academy
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
06.2011 - 08.2016

Taught mathematics curriculum across key stages 3, 4, and 5.

Supported tutor group with academic guidance and personal development.

Reflected on teaching practices to enhance educational effectiveness.

Education

PGCE - Maths teacher

Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool
09.2009 - 06.2011

A Level Equivalent - Maths

University of Bolton
Bolton
/2009 - /2009

Bachelor of Arts - Media

Edge Hill University
Ormskirk
/2003 - /2006

A-Levels - Psychology, Media, Design and technology

Wrenn School
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
/2001 - /2003

Skills

  • Lesson planning and feedback
  • Supporting trainee teachers
  • Modeling effective teaching
  • Scaffolding and assessment for learning
  • Mentoring and coaching

Affiliations

  • Pilates
  • Swimming

Languages

French
Beginner

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Secondary maths teacher

Moulton School and Science College
01.2024 - Current

Secondary maths teacher

Weston Favell Academy
06.2023 - 01.2024

Second in Department

Abbeyfield School
09.2014 - 06.2023

Secondary maths teacher

Weavers academy
06.2011 - 08.2016

PGCE - Maths teacher

Liverpool John Moores University
09.2009 - 06.2011

A Level Equivalent - Maths

University of Bolton
/2009 - /2009

Bachelor of Arts - Media

Edge Hill University
/2003 - /2006

A-Levels - Psychology, Media, Design and technology

Wrenn School
/2001 - /2003
Katherine Wilson