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Linda Stafford

Linda Stafford

THORNTON-CLEVELEYS,Lancashire

Summary

  • Enthusiastic Primary School teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social and emotional areas with experience in classroom behaviour management and lesson planning. Having taught across the whole school range from Nursery to Year 6.
  • Skilled in team collaboration and providing constructive feedback, utilising positive reinforcement strategies to enhance student engagement.
  • Knowledge of phonics teaching and a love of art and craft techniques, with a strong focus on organised and effective learning environments. Committed to fostering a supportive educational atmosphere that encourages student growth and development.
  • At my last school I ran a Shakespeare club and produced performances for both The Grand Theatre and The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Work history

Class Teacher and 1:1 tutor

Lancashire Teaching Agency - Flakefleet Primary
Fleetwood, Lancashire
2011.02 - 2011.07
  • Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
  • Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.
  • Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
  • Provided extra support for struggling students during in-school tutoring sessions.
  • Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.

Primary class teacher

Supreme Education - Various Schools
Blackpool, Lancashire
2009.06 - 2011.07
  • Adopted innovative teaching techniques, enhancing quality of lessons delivered.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance educational experience.
  • Fostered an inclusive learning environment by implementing differentiated teaching methods.
  • Worked closely with colleagues for collaborative planning and resource sharing.
  • Assisted struggling students through tailored tutoring sessions, improving overall performance.
  • Prioritised safety in the classroom, adhering strictly to school regulations and guidelines.

Primary school teacher

Anchorsholme Academy - Retired
Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
2012.11 - 2022.03
  • Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
  • Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
  • Enhanced student participation with engaging group tasks.
  • Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
  • Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.
  • Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
  • Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
  • Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
  • Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
  • Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching methods.
  • Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a conducive space for learning.
  • Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
  • Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
  • Created daily lesson plans targeted to current curriculum standards.

Class teacher YR2

Lancashire County Council - Ridge Primary School
Lancaster, Lancashire
2012.02 - 2012.07
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
  • Organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
  • Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
  • Prepared detailed reports on each pupil's performance at end of term meetings.
  • Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Lancashire Teaching Agency Great Arley School
Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
2011.11 - 2012.01
  • Assisted in managing classroom behaviour by implementing effective discipline strategies tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with special education teachers for better lesson planning and execution.
  • Encouraged participation by adapting tasks according to each student's capabilities.
  • Engaged students in various group activities that fostered teamwork and cooperation.

Class Teacher

Blackpool Borough Council - Moor Park Primary
Bispham, Blackpool
2008.09 - 2009.05
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
  • Realised improvement in behaviour management by implementing consistent rules and consequences.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
  • Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
  • Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.

Cashier/Assistant Branch Manager

Halifax Bank of Scotland
Blackpool, Lancashire
02/1985 - 12/2001

Processed customer payments and withdrawals.

Processed new accounts

Dealt with customer queries.

Processed mortgage applications.

Managed a small group of staff as assistant branch manager at St Annes

Complete mortgage interviews/ underwrite applications.

Credit Control Clerk

Cannon Hygiene
Morecambe, Lancashire
1983.10 - 1985.02
  • Contacting creditors for unpaid invoices.
  • Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.

Accounts Clerk

Bromsgrove and Reddich Health Authority
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
1981.01 - 1983.10
  • Managed client invoices, ensuring prompt payment of outstanding balances.
  • To collate and pay invoices billed to all local hospitals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS

University of Cumbria
Lancaster
2007.09 - 2008.06

Foundation Degree in Arts - Teaching and learning support

University of Cumbria
Lancaster
2004.09 - 2007.06

Classroom Assistant - Primary Education

Blackpool and Fylde College
Blackpool
2001.09 - 2001.12

Skills

  • Classroom behaviour management
  • Lesson planning and evaluation
  • Team collaboration
  • Constructive feedback
  • Positive reinforcement strategies
  • Phonics teaching and strategies
  • Art and craft techniques
  • Organised

Affiliations

  • I enjoy a variety of exercises to keep fit such as swimming, padel, tennis and walking with my dog.
  • Reading a variety of genres but mainly crime thrillers.
  • Watercolour painting, drawing, sewing and knitting.
  • Looking after our granddaughter.

Other Responsibilities

I have been a governor at Stanah Primary School for a number of years (approximately 25). I started as a parent governor when my two boys attended the school. I then became a co-opted governor. I am chair of the resources committee and safeguarding governor. I regularly go into school and liaise with the headteacher over a variety of subjects including the school budget, staffing issues and pupil welfare.

Timeline

Primary school teacher

Anchorsholme Academy - Retired
2012.11 - 2022.03

Class teacher YR2

Lancashire County Council - Ridge Primary School
2012.02 - 2012.07

Teaching assistant in special educational needs

Lancashire Teaching Agency Great Arley School
2011.11 - 2012.01

Class Teacher and 1:1 tutor

Lancashire Teaching Agency - Flakefleet Primary
2011.02 - 2011.07

Primary class teacher

Supreme Education - Various Schools
2009.06 - 2011.07

Class Teacher

Blackpool Borough Council - Moor Park Primary
2008.09 - 2009.05

Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS

University of Cumbria
2007.09 - 2008.06

Foundation Degree in Arts - Teaching and learning support

University of Cumbria
2004.09 - 2007.06

Classroom Assistant - Primary Education

Blackpool and Fylde College
2001.09 - 2001.12

Cashier/Assistant Branch Manager

Halifax Bank of Scotland
02/1985 - 12/2001

Credit Control Clerk

Cannon Hygiene
1983.10 - 1985.02

Accounts Clerk

Bromsgrove and Reddich Health Authority
1981.01 - 1983.10
Linda Stafford