Katie Ramsden

• Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
• Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
• Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
• Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
• Organised weekly assessments to evaluate students' understanding of topics taught.
• Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance.
• Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at the end of term meetings.
• Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
• Realised improvement in behaviour management by implementing consistent rules and consequences.
• Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
• Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
• Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
• Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
• Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
• Assisted in organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
• Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
• Offered emotional support for students dealing with personal challenges or difficulties.
• Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
• Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
• Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
• Year 1 and 2 mixed age grouping
• Practitioner of Phonics - Little Wandle Phonics programme
• Facilitated mixed age grouping for Year 1 and 2 students to enhance collaborative learning.
• Implemented Little Wandle Phonics programme as a practitioner to support early reading skills.

• Class teacher for EYFS, Year 1, 2, 4, 5
• Guided students in completing class assignments and projects, facilitating their understanding and application of key concepts.
• Improved literacy skills by introducing interactive reading activities into lessons.
• Practitioner of Phonics - Monster Phonics programme
• Specialised in training on Reading and Comprehension
• Introduced technology-based teaching tools to enhance the learning experience.
• Led development of Art and Design curriculum, fostering creativity and enhancing students' artistic skills.

Collaborated with colleagues to organise engaging school events and projects, fostering community involvement.

• Specialised in teaching Greater Depth writers across KS1, fostering advanced literacy skills in students during first year of teaching before taking on Class Teacher role
• Delivered engaging gymnastics, dance, and drama lessons, enhancing students' physical and creative skills through interactive activities.
• Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
• Realised improvement in behaviour management by implementing consistent rules and consequences.
• Assisted in organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.

Taught early years foundation stage and primary school students, developing foundational skills for lifelong learning.

• 1995 - 1998 Specialist training in Reading, Writing, Spelling and Oral Language - First Steps Literacy (Perth, Western Australia)
• Led physical education programs, enhancing student fitness and well-being.