Kathryn Mullally
Gatley, Cheadle,Stockport
Summary
I consider myself to be a dedicated educator with expertise in Key Stage 2 teaching, specialising in creative arts and curriculum development. Demonstrates strong empathy and unwavering positivity, fostering student engagement through motivational teaching and differentiated instruction. Skilled in classroom management, behavioural management, and child safeguarding, ensuring a supportive learning environment for all students. Proficient in lesson planning and interactive display usage to enhance learning experiences. Committed to effective parent-teacher communication and pastoral care, facilitating successful parent-teacher meetings and providing constructive feedback. Career goal: To continue advancing innovative teaching methods that inspire confidence and creativity in students.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher in a primary school
St Winifreds RC Primary School
Stockport, Stockport
09.2014 - 06.2025
- Effectively managed a year three class, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Implemented engaging teaching programmes across core subjects, enhancing pupil participation.
- Developed innovative lesson plans, nurturing pupil creativity and critical thinking.
- Supported integration of special educational needs students into mainstream classes and carried out adaptive teaching to engage all learners.
- Coordinated Art & Design for the school, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration among colleagues. Attained the Artsmark award twice for the school, achieving Gold award each time.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities such as collaborating with Stockport Council on the Climate Action Now project for primary schools within the Stockport area for the last four years.
- Conducted parent-teacher meetings to discuss pupil progress and address concerns.
- Participated in continuous professional development including completing an NVQ level 2 in Understanding Autism in 2017.
- Evaluated own teaching methods, identifying areas for improvement and professional development.
Primary supply teacher
Complete Education Supply Agency
Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Achieved effective classroom management navigating challenging behaviour from students calmly and effectively in line with school policy.
- Managed a tidy classroom environment, promoting a focused learning atmosphere.
- Reported on student progress regularly to parents and senior staff members.
- Implemented creative lesson plans to boost student engagement.
- Carried out duties outside of classroom such as playground supervision or assembly organisation.
- Upheld school mission and values with positive behaviour modelling.
- Kept records of daily work and left notes for the lead teacher.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Collaborated with teaching assistants and mentors to deliver additional support to struggling students.
- Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress and attainment.
Student
Salford University
Salford University, Salford, Greater Manchester
09.2007 - 08.2010
- Completed a BSc Hons in Occupational Therapy.
- Successfully completed work-based placements in physical and mental health settings.
- Demonstrated responsibility and commitment by maintaining good academic standing.
- Gained valuable team working experience by participating in multiple group projects.
- Developed excellent time management skills during university studies.
- Collaborated with classmates on group projects to achieve shared academic goals.
- Completed assignments, special projects and group work on time and achieved good marks.
- Listened intently to lectures and took detailed notes covering topics.
- Engaged in continuous self-directed learning to expand knowledge beyond standard curriculum.
Primary School Teacher
Charlestown Community Primary School
Manchester , Greater Manchester
09.2005 - 12.2006
- Taught year three.
- Coordinated Design & Technology.
- Participated in the Museums and Galleries project for schools.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Administered regular tests and assignments giving timely feedback.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
Primary School Teacher
St Mary's RC Primary School
Stockport, Greater Manchester
04.2000 - 08.2005
- Taught Y2 and had responsibility for the SATs.
- Also taught Y4/5 mixed class.
- lead Design Technology for the school.
- Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
Primary school teacher (Maternity Cover)
Cheadle Catholic Primary School
Stockport
09.1999 - 04.2000
- Taught Y1 for KS1 experience.
- Took part in an Outstanding OFSTED
- Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching methods.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
- Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
Primary school teacher NQT years
Mount Carmel RC Primary School
Manchester , Greater Manchester
09.1997 - 08.1999
- Successfully completed my NQT year and was employed for one more year.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Salford University
Greater Manchester 09.2007 - 08.2010
BA QTS - Teaching Degree with Social Studies
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk, Lancashire 09.1993 - 08.1997
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Autism
NCFE
UK (remote learning) 01.2017 - 09.2017
A-Levels - English Literature, Sociology
Xaverian Sixth Form College
Manchester 09.1989 - 07.1992
Skills
- Art and Design
- Subject knowledge
- Patience and resilience
- Adaptable teaching styles
- Interactive display usage
- Strong empathy
- Compassionate and caring teacher
- Unwavering positivity
- Parent-Teacher meeting organisation
- Effective feedback
- Conflict Resolution using most current initiatives
- Lesson planning
- Key stage 2 teaching
- Year 2 teaching
- Student engagement
- Standardised testing
- Parent-teacher communication
- Pastoral care
- Motivational teaching
- Differentiated Instruction
- Engaging lesson planning
- Special needs support
- Classroom management
- Creative arts
- Curriculum Development
- Behavioural Management
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Creative lesson planning
- Confidence building strategies
- Child safeguarding
- Differentiated teaching
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NVQ Level 2 - Understanding Autism
NCFE
01.2017 - 09.2017
Teacher in a primary school
St Winifreds RC Primary School
09.2014 - 06.2025
Primary supply teacher
Complete Education Supply Agency
08.2010 - 08.2014
Student
Salford University
09.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Salford University
09.2007 - 08.2010
Primary School Teacher
Charlestown Community Primary School
09.2005 - 12.2006
Primary School Teacher
St Mary's RC Primary School
04.2000 - 08.2005
Primary school teacher (Maternity Cover)
Cheadle Catholic Primary School
09.1999 - 04.2000
Primary school teacher NQT years
Mount Carmel RC Primary School
09.1997 - 08.1999
BA QTS - Teaching Degree with Social Studies
Edge Hill University
09.1993 - 08.1997
A-Levels - English Literature, Sociology
Xaverian Sixth Form College
09.1989 - 07.1992
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