Lenerda Elmazaj
London
Summary
Dependable and proactive individual with experience in fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments. Successfully supported diverse student needs and implemented creative instructional strategies that improved student participation. Known for building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing overall educational experiences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Teaching Assistant
Stonebridge Park Primary School, Engage Education
London
2024.06 - Current
- Prepared engaging, effective learning materials to boost stimulation and encourage elevated reading proficiency with phonics lessons.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Offered additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Encouraged pupil autonomy through guided independent study initiatives.
Primary school SEN teacher
Lyon Park Primary School
London
2016.10 - 2024.02
- Adapted traditional teaching methods to suit each individual child's needs, ensuring holistic development.
- Upheld reliable routines to minimise children's stress and anxiety.
- Fostered positive relationships with parents through regular communication on children's progress and behaviour.
- Complied strictly with safeguarding policies whilst handling any issues related to children's welfare or safety at school premises.
- Delivered tailored learning experiences by creating personalised lesson plans for SEN students.
- Established safe and nurturing classroom environment for enhanced student confidence and comfort.
- Set clear short-term and long-term goals to help SEN student progression.
- Observed pupils closely in classroom environment to foster engagement.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor play, providing first aid if necessary.
Teaching Assistant
Brentfield Primary School
London
2011.09 - 2016.09
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips providing safe, supportive environment.
- Prepared classroom materials to facilitate efficient lessons.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Delivered well-structured one-on-one support sessions to students with learning difficulties.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Arranged recreational spaces and equipment to encourage physical activity and teamwork.
Education
ESOL Writing, Reading, Speaking & Listening -
Stonebridge Centre
London /2003 - /2020
CACHE Children & Young People's Workforce -
Stoneridge Centre
London /2011 - /2014
Skills
- Phonics expertise
- Safeguarding regulations compliance
- Curriculum enrichment
- Resource organisation
- SEN knowledge and proficiency
- Student development
- Communication skills
- Inclusive teaching methods
- Student supervision
- Motivational strategies
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Stonebridge Park Primary School, Engage Education
2024.06 - Current
Primary school SEN teacher
Lyon Park Primary School
2016.10 - 2024.02
Teaching Assistant
Brentfield Primary School
2011.09 - 2016.09
ESOL Writing, Reading, Speaking & Listening -
Stonebridge Centre
/2003 - /2020
CACHE Children & Young People's Workforce -
Stoneridge Centre
/2011 - /2014