Laura McCusker
Cambridgeshire
Summary
Passionate primary school teacher in both rural and urban settings, enhancing student achievement and wellbeing through creative teaching strategies and effective parent-teacher collaboration. Skilled in child development and special education, consistently fostering academic and social growth. Demonstrates reliability and a results-driven approach, with a focus on targeted interventions leading to significant improvements in student performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Class Teacher
The King Alfred School
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
- Served as an advisor for student clubs and organizations, fostering a sense of community within the school campus.
- Promoted social-emotional learning by incorporating character education lessons into the curriculum.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Primary School Teacher
St Marys and St Josephs
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Primary School Teacher
Glemsford Primary School
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
Teaching Assistant
British International School of Kuala Lumpur
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Education -
University of East Anglia
Norwich, United Kingdom07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Buying And Merchandising
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, United Kingdom06.2014
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Creative Teaching Strategies
- Child Development
- Project-based learning
- Special Education
- Reliability
Timeline
Primary School Class Teacher
The King Alfred School
09.2022 - 07.2024
Primary School Teacher
St Marys and St Josephs
09.2021 - 07.2022
Primary School Teacher
Glemsford Primary School
07.2020 - 07.2021
Teaching Assistant
British International School of Kuala Lumpur
08.2017 - 08.2019
Post Graduate Certificate in Education -
University of East Anglia
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Buying And Merchandising
Manchester Metropolitan University
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