Kathleen Griffin

• Delivering differentiated instruction to accommodate varied learning styles, resulting in improved student comprehension.
• Contributing towards assessment marking; reducing workload for class teachers.
• Assisting teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Taking whole classes and teaching lessons in the teacher's absence.
• Aiding the development of Individual Education Plans for SEN children, improving personalised support.
• Enhancing pupil engagement by developing and implementing interactive lesson plans.
• Implementing special education strategies, ensuring equal access to curriculum for SEN pupils.
• Reinforcing positive behaviour with consistent classroom management techniques.
• Facilitating small group sessions; aiding peer interaction and cooperative learning experiences.
• Encouraging independent learning by providing structured study guidance to pupils.
• Developing and nurturing excellent relationships with students and staff, enhancing positive learning environments.
• Maintaining sensitivity towards students with additional needs, continually improving their development and confidence.
• Tutoring students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
• Performing administrative activities such as taking attendance, marking assignments and maintaining student records.
• Preventing student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
• Cultivating close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
• Helping teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
• Establishing effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
• Overseeing students during breaks to maintain safe environment.
• Helping students explore concepts through challenging assignments and stimulating class discussions.
• Tutoring students struggling with material, improving understanding and academic performance.

• Carried out classroom lessons daily with a child who had social anxiety and difficulty accessing the curriculum.

• Provided physical care for infants, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing.
• Prepared nutritious meals to encourage healthy eating habits.
• Managed emergencies efficiently, ensuring the safety of all parties involved.
• Communicated effectively with parents regarding the child's day-to-day activities and behaviours.

• Delivered mental support resulting in improved emotional well-being of residential students.
• Developed personalised care plans to meet specific needs of each individual.
• Improved student comfort by providing personal care and attention. Taught them how to cook and prepare healthy meals.
• Assisted with physical therapy sessions by taking children on outings.

• Improved language skills in toddlers using interactive storytelling sessions and song routines.
• Implemented nursery policies consistently; maintained standards expected by management team.
• Administered first aid when required, ensuring prompt attention to injuries or illnesses.
• Observed children's behaviour whilst identifying any developmental issues or concerns.
• Collaborated with parents on potty-training methods, resulting in consistent approach between home and nursery.
• Maintained comprehensive records of each child's progress; noted developments at regular intervals.
• Enhanced children's social development for improved interaction skills through arranging group activities and playdates.

Worked in a team to meet the needs of pupils with limited physical, sensory and mental skills.

Organised communication strategies such as picture cards for them to make choices, I also learned Makaton.

Assisted them with their physical movements such as wheel chair access, walking frames, standing frames and fine motor skills.

I assisted them during care and hygiene routines.