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Kylie Hunter

Chatham,Kent

Summary

Experience science teacher skilled in developing student curiosity through engaging learning programmes and enthusiastic lesson delivery. Knowledgeable and passionate for well-informed student advice. Collaborates well to support and deliver department objectives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Science teacher

Skills for Life Trust
Chatham, Kent
07.2020 - Current
  • Designed comprehensive, engaging resources in line with programmes of study, building scientific understanding and confidence.
  • Evaluate student performance on tasks using observation, performance-based tasks and other standard test practices.
  • Mentored, coordinated and supported teaching assistants in performing tasks.
  • Taught academic scientific concepts, clearly explaining modern uses and implications to make curriculum relevant to everyday life.
  • Encouraged and supported students in conducting research for solo science projects.
  • Developed inquisitive students, teaching varied processes and methods of discovery to inspire further scientific inquiry.
  • Followed health and safety procedures to keep students safe.
  • Made classrooms safe environments for students to comfortably ask questions and voice concerns.
  • Wrote suitable assessments and delivered helpful feedback to students.
  • Provided extra resources, support and interventions to help struggling students catch up.
  • Instructed students on proper use of equipment, chemicals and materials.
  • Worked with head of science to develop, implement and monitor schemes of work, course delivery and pupil survey in line with school policy.
  • Differentiated lessons when necessary to give all students access to curriculum regardless of disability, English proficiency or instructional level.
  • Utilised expert classroom management to maintain well-structured, smooth-running lessons in line with student development objectives.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Attended additional CPD and workshops to improve knowledge and skills and discover new methods of delivering content.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Took classes and attended workshops to improve knowledge and skills and discover new methods of delivering content.
  • Met with other professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress.
  • Planned learning strategies, activities and materials to reflect needs of individual students.
  • Used exemplary teaching and behaviour management strategies to manage class atmosphere.
  • Generated ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Managed student behaviour, intervening in crisis situations to resolve conflicts.
  • Assisted SEN students in regular classes with assignments.
  • Conferred with parents or guardians, teachers, counsellors and administrators to resolve student behavioural and academic issues.

Customer service advisor

Mothercare
Weybridge, Surrey
11.2016 - 06.2018
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.
  • Offered detailed advice on product and service benefits.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss new developments.
  • Offered prompt solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Expressed care, patience and empathy when handling customer interactions for personalised experience.
  • Offered recommendations to customers based on specific situations, priorities and obstacles.
  • Tracked orders and processed refunds for new and existing customers.
  • Escalated complex issues in line with internal best practices for swift resolution.
  • Adhered strictly to policies and procedures for continued company compliance.

Customer service advisor

Bupa
Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Registered and updated accurate customer information on database.
  • Recorded and processed customer data accurately.
  • Established positive relationships with clients by going extra mile to build rapport.
  • Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.
  • Recorded customer communications to maintain proper documentation.
  • Converted at-risk customers through targeted selling.
  • Identified customer issues and provided mutually-beneficial solutions.
  • Diffused conflict to resolve complaints patiently and professionally.
  • Maintained product and service knowledge for reliable customer guidance.

Customer service advisor

Mothercare
Weybridge, Surrey
08.2009 - 05.2016

As previously stated

Customer services advisor

Mothercare
Greenhithe, Kent
10.2005 - 08.2009

As previously stated.

Education

PGCE - Education

University of East London
London
09.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology

Kingston University
Kingston upon Thames
09.2009 - 07.2013

A-Levels - Drama, Physical Education

Meopham School
Gravesend
09.2004 - 07.2006

GCSEs - Various Subjects

Meopham School
Gravesend
09.1999 - 07.2004

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Efficient multitasker
  • Expert in breaking apart complex skills
  • Data analysis
  • Enthusiastic
  • Adaptable
  • Critical thinker
  • Highly reflective
  • Emotionally intelligent
  • Patient
  • Conflict resolution
  • Student Safeguarding

Timeline

Science teacher

Skills for Life Trust
07.2020 - Current

PGCE - Education

University of East London
09.2019 - 06.2020

Customer service advisor

Mothercare
11.2016 - 06.2018

Customer service advisor

Bupa
05.2016 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology

Kingston University
09.2009 - 07.2013

Customer service advisor

Mothercare
08.2009 - 05.2016

Customer services advisor

Mothercare
10.2005 - 08.2009

A-Levels - Drama, Physical Education

Meopham School
09.2004 - 07.2006

GCSEs - Various Subjects

Meopham School
09.1999 - 07.2004
Kylie Hunter