Kirpa Viktoria Sophie Kaur
Streetly,West Midlands
Summary
Enthusiastic native German speaker with strong classroom management and lesson planning skills, adept at fostering cultural learning and differentiated instruction. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities support effective classroom engagement, student participation, and formative assessment. Committed to creating an inclusive learning environment that meets diverse learner needs.
Bringing advanced language skills, in-depth grammar knowledge, and cultural insight to engage and inspire students through authentic cultural immersion. Well-versed in language acquisition techniques and the practical application of educational theory to deliver interactive and dynamic lessons. Ready to apply and refine expertise in classroom management, lesson planning, and student assessment gained through PGCE training and placement experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Placement – German
Swanshurst School
Birmingham
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Delivered, supported and observed supervised German and French lessons as part of my PGCE, planning and executing interactive lessons and lesson segments
- Engaged in reflective practice and received constructive feedback to enhance teaching strategies
- Enhanced classroom management skills, formative assessment strategies and adaptive teaching
- Collaborated with experienced colleagues to integrate cultural and communicative elements into lessons
Teaching Placement – German
Edgbaston High School for Girls
Edgbaston, Birmingham
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted in teaching German and participated in reflective practice sessions to refine lesson delivery
- Used my insider knowledge to support classroom discussions on current German political topics and social issues to stimulate critical thinking
- Supported the teaching assistant's weekly German lunch club provision
Volunteer Support Staff – Modern Foreign Languages
Holte School
Birmingham
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided one-to-one tutoring in German, assisting students in preparing for GCSE and A-level exams
- Developed customised revision materials and supported students in enhancing their grammar and speaking skills
- Raised students' exam grades by one grade
Placement (Education Studies at UC Syd Haderslev)
Starup-Øsby Skole Og Børnehus
Starup, Denmark
11.2015 - 01.2016
- Observed German lessons and assisted the German teacher and SEN support assistants, gaining insights into international teaching practices
Placement (Education Studies at UC Syd Haderslev)
Erlev Skole
Haderslev
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Co-planned and delivered lesson segments in German, incorporating cultural elements to enrich the learning experience
Foreign Language Correspondent
Interpreters Travel
Nuremberg, Germany
08.2010 - 04.2012
- Utilised fluency in English and French to facilitate effective business communication with our international partners.
- Handled business orders, phone communication, and invoices in multiple languages, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Drafted and proofread professional emails, reports, and presentations.
Store Clerk (Part-time)
Takko Fashion
Neutraubling
09.2008 - 03.2012
- Developed excellent customer service and communication skills in a dynamic retail environment
Education
PGCE - Modern Languages (French, German, Spanish)
Birmingham City University
Birmingham 09.2024 - 07.2025
BEd (Hons) - Education Studies
University of Wolverhampton
Walsall 09.2021 - 07.2024
Allgemeine Hochschulreife - German, English, French, Art, History, Geography, R.E, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Sport, Latin, Physics
Gymnasium Neutraubling
Neutraubling 09.2000 - 07.2009
Foreign Language Correspondent - English and French
IFA Institut für Fremdsprachen und Auslandskunde
Erlangen 09.2009 - 03.2011
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Interpersonal communication
- Differentiated instruction technique
- Cross-Cultural understanding promotion
- Student assessment
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 11/06/88
- Nationality: German (EU Settled Status)
Languages
German
Native
Polish
Advanced
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Latin
Advanced
Punjabi
Elementary
Accomplishments
- Education Studies Prize (2024) – Awarded for exceptionally high academic achievement on the course
Certification
Advanced Latinum (Latin proficiency certificate)
Timeline
Teaching Placement – German
Swanshurst School
10.2024 - 02.2025
PGCE - Modern Languages (French, German, Spanish)
Birmingham City University
09.2024 - 07.2025
Teaching Placement – German
Edgbaston High School for Girls
11.2022 - 04.2023
BEd (Hons) - Education Studies
University of Wolverhampton
09.2021 - 07.2024
Volunteer Support Staff – Modern Foreign Languages
Holte School
09.2018 - 07.2019
Placement (Education Studies at UC Syd Haderslev)
Starup-Øsby Skole Og Børnehus
11.2015 - 01.2016
Placement (Education Studies at UC Syd Haderslev)
Erlev Skole
08.2015 - 10.2015
Foreign Language Correspondent
Interpreters Travel
08.2010 - 04.2012
Foreign Language Correspondent - English and French
IFA Institut für Fremdsprachen und Auslandskunde
09.2009 - 03.2011
Store Clerk (Part-time)
Takko Fashion
09.2008 - 03.2012
Allgemeine Hochschulreife - German, English, French, Art, History, Geography, R.E, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Sport, Latin, Physics
Gymnasium Neutraubling
09.2000 - 07.2009
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