Lucy Brunton
Edinburgh
Summary
Dedicated educator with extensive expertise in pedagogical theory. Proficient in classroom management, lesson planning, and the integration of digital teaching tools. Demonstrates strong leadership and conflict resolution skills, fostering positive pupil development through creative learning techniques and constructive feedback. Skilled in second language teaching, particularly Spanish, and adept at using integrated learning systems to enhance student engagement. Committed to promoting healthy living and safety awareness while encouraging academic excellence through tailored support and innovative teaching methods. Supported and leading a basketball club after school. Planning and relating lessons to UNCRC children rights and Sustainable Global Goals.
Enthusiastic Primary School Teacher eager to help students learn and develop in academic, social and emotional areas.
Skilled Primary School Teacher highly effective at providing individualised support to all students.
Offering strong foundation in child development and education with experience in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Knowledgeable about classroom management, communication, and collaboration with colleagues and parents. Ready to use and develop skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and student engagement in teaching role.
Caring and supportive person committed to creating motivating and inspiring learning environments. Creative, innovative and approachable person. Proven success using visual aids and displays to increase engagement and understanding of various subjects.
Accomplished teaching professional with extensive experience developing Key Stage 1 pupils. Enhanced educational, social and emotional growth through strategic lesson planning and delivery. Guided students with compassion and care for positive learning experiences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Primary school teacher
Edinburgh City Council
Edinburgh
08.2024 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment by implementing creative teaching methods.
- Enhanced student participation with engaging group tasks.
- Assessed student performance regularly, identifying areas needing improvement promptly.
- Collaborated with parents for improvement in students' academic performance.
- Tailored instruction techniques to suit varied learning styles of students.
- Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Guided students through challenging coursework, boosting their confidence.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Utilised diverse teaching aids, enhancing comprehension of subjects taught.
- Administered regular tests and assignments giving timely feedback.
- Participated in staff meetings actively, contributing ideas for school development.
- Improved literacy levels by focusing on reading and writing skills.
- Facilitated extracurricular activities promoting holistic development of pupils.
- Designed interactive activities for better understanding of complex concepts.
- Encouraged open communication amongst pupils fostering team spirit and respect for diversity.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in the learning process.
- Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning.
- Strengthened class management techniques to elevate student behaviour, improving focus and engagement.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Adapted teaching materials to meet needs of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Kept classrooms clean, organised and safe for students, teaching staff and visitors.
- Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
- Chaperoned students on field trips, maintaining safety and encouraging broadened learning.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Collaborated with administrators to develop classroom policies, management strategies and discipline methods.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results, compiling termly and end-of-year student reports.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school policies and educational trends by attending professional development courses and in-service training.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Prepared and presented informative reports to parents.
- Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
- Utilised visual aids and classroom displays to support engaging lesson delivery and enhance student understanding.
- Planned and presented lessons catering to varying needs and abilities.
- Supervised and mentored teaching assistants to build confidence and cultivate effective classroom environments.
- Tested and analysed students for customised progress in oral and written work.
- Organised and took part in school events, outings and activities happening during weekends and evenings.
- Integrated creative learning strategies, such as games and team-building exercises, resulting in increased classroom engagement.
- Marked and provided constructive feedback on homework tasks and class projects.
- Encouraged students to work together to achieve goals.
- Encouraged personal development by motivating students to use mental and social capabilities.
- Safeguarded security of all students and intervened in cases of conflict between students.
- Supervised sports, excursions and other extra-curricular activities.
- Set expectations for behaviour and dealt with discipline cases as outlined in school policies.
- Prepared and delivered creative curriculum for children aged 6-8 in subjects including maths and English.
- Identified SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
- Created and updated attendance records to check the regularity of students on day-to-day basis.
- Adapted teaching styles for varying student capabilities and requirements.
- Cultivated welcoming, positive classroom environment, encouraging children to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
- Used behaviour management techniques to maintain positive learning environments.
- Collaborated with teaching teams to implement improved learning schemes.
- Identified students needing extra support and coordinated personalised, attentive teaching and available resources.
- Coordinated educational school trips to broaden student learning.
- Helped children to reach full potential across multiple primary subjects using blend of modern and traditional teaching techniques.
- Highlighted student achievements, building confidence and encouraging continued growth.
- Maintained daily records of class attendance and liaised with caregivers to address issues.
- Devised homework to enhance student learning and confidence.
- Assessed, recorded and reported on child development, progress and attainment to encourage continuous improvement against educational goals.
- Evaluated student academic and social progress and used data to formulate achievable future targets.
- Created daily lesson plans targeted to current curriculum standards.
- Monitored and reported on students' performance to aid development.
- Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
- Planned long-term learning schemes to meet exam targets.
- Assisted students of diverse backgrounds with navigating educational environments and learning subject material.
- Implemented engaging teaching programmes across multiple core subject areas.
- Set and marked assessments in line with Year 2024/25 curriculum requirements.
Sales assistant
Pandora
Edinburgh
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Conducted daily inventory checks to manage stock levels accurately.
- Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
- Addressed customer needs promptly, resulting in positive feedback and loyalty.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet sales targets.
- Learnt about new products quickly, providing comprehensive guidance to customers.
- Demonstrated products effectively leading to increased sales conversions.
- Offered personalised shopping advice to enhance customer experiences.
- Managed till operations smoothly, reducing waiting time for customers.
- Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Maintained knowledge of current sales promotions helping customers make informed buying decisions.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers for repeat business.
- Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.
- Utilised excellent communication skills to provide detailed product information.
- Assisted customers with product selection for optimal satisfaction.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, keeping store operation seamless during peak hours.
- Listened to customer needs and preferences to provide targeted advice, increasing sales opportunities.
- Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints and process issues with proactive problem-solving skills.
- Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
- Took interest in customers' needs and concerns to provide thoughtful advice and product recommendations.
- Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
- Collaborated with sales managers to meet target quotas.
- Informed customers regarding promos and warranty services to increase sales.
- Organised displays to promote inventory and encourage customer purchases.
- Helped customers obtain specialised help for refunds and exchanges.
- Designed visually pleasing in-store and window displays to increase footfall.
- Explained establishment policies to customers and offered advice on selections.
- Packed and wrapped gifts with decorative details to match customer preferences.
Waitress/Front of house
The Witchery By The Castle
Edinburgh
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations through effective cleaning practices in the dining area.
- Met special dietary requests with careful preparation and presentation of dishes.
- Advanced team efficiency by assisting in training new waitstaff members.
- Optimised workflow in busy periods through successful coordination with the kitchen staff.
- Provided recommendations on specials or seasonal offerings for increased sales revenue.
- Managed table settings for enhanced dining experience.
- Accommodated special event needs, provided customised services for parties.
- Utilised professional communication skills to resolve customer complaints.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure order accuracy.
- Maintained clean and organised dining area for customer comfort.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction through attentive and prompt service.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities for timely delivery of orders.
- Showcased extensive knowledge of menu items, heightened customer decision making.
- Provided top-notch service to customers, improved overall dining experience.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Executed food and drink orders accurately to improve customer satisfaction rates.
- Maintained excellent level of service in busy and demanding restaurant environment.
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, promptly processing additional food and drink orders.
- Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
- Greeted and escorted guests to tables.
- Arranged tables and set up linens and silverware in preparation for guests.
- Delivered exceptional service by greeting and serving customers in timely, friendly manner.
- Informed kitchen staff regarding special order requirements.
- Demonstrated exceptional memory and communication skills for reliable and trusted service.
- Provided menu and offered recommendations to complement dining experience.
- Delivered food and drinks discreetly for seamless and unobtrusive service.
- Attended to customer's needs proactively for first-class waiting service.
- Followed health and hygiene standards when handling food and cleaning restaurants.
- Prepared tables for guests and reset tables between customers.
- Kept tables clear of used crockery, glassware and cutlery.
- Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate.
- Greeted customers, presented menus and shared information about available special items.
- Memorised complete menu and offered guests knowledgeable suggestions.
- Stayed up to date on menu changes to accurately answer customer queries.
- Increased order value by upselling sides, drinks and desserts.
- Checked customer IDs to confirm age before selling age-restricted products.
- Helped bar staff prepare garnishes and mix cocktails during busy bar periods.
- Advised customers on wine and beverage pairings with selected food items.
Nursery worker
Busy Bees Nursery
Edinburgh
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Supported emotional wellbeing by creating a nurturing and inclusive environment in the nursery.
- Fostered literacy skills by conducting interactive storytelling sessions for enthusiastic engagement in reading.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals for routine medical check-ups reinforcing health monitoring at an early age.
- Organised seasonal celebrations that reflected diverse cultures and traditions enhancing cultural understanding among pupils.
- Encouraged fine motor skill development through various hands-on activities.
- Enhanced children's social skills by arranging group activities.
- Assisted children with daily routines to foster independence.
- Ensured child safety with diligent supervision during playtime.
- Prepared healthy meals, promoting balanced nutrition in young children.
- Maintained cleanliness, providing a hygienic environment for the nursery.
Shop assistant
Craigies Farm Shop and Cafe
Edinburgh
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and handling complaints professionally.
- Collaborated effectively with team members during busy periods.
- Improved product visibility with strategic shelf arrangements.
- Assisted customers in finding desired items to enhance their shopping experience.
- Handled cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions.
- Assisted in inventory counts, maintaining accurate records.
- Conducted price checks at request of customers for clear communication on cost.
- Maintained clean, appealing shop environment for comfortable shopping experience.
- Managed stock levels on shop floor for continuous product availability.
- Greeted every customer warmly, promoting friendly atmosphere.
- Updated window displays regularly for fresh store appeal.
English teacher
Project Trust
Cajon Del Maipo, Santiago, Chile, Chile
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared students for standardised tests, contributing to their successful performance.
- Fostered a positive learning environment with clear classroom management strategies.
- Upheld high standards of behaviour within the classroom maintaining an optimal learning environment.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
- Provided guidance and support to struggling students, leading to significant improvements in their grades.
- Delivered engaging lectures to enhance students' interest in literature.
- Taught advanced grammar lessons improving overall language proficiency.
- Formulated effective revision techniques resulting in improved examination results.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
- Supervised and participated in school activities enhancing community engagement and student involvement.
- Taught spelling, pronunciation and sentence structure to form basic foundation of language.
- Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
- Adapted diverse teaching methods to boost student focus.
- Set-up equipment and gathered teaching materials to prepare for lessons.
- Targeted practice and revision to develop students' abilities in speaking and writing.
- Helped non-native speakers with confidence and social integration.
- Tailored lesson delivery using proven techniques for students with additional learning needs.
Front of house team member
Craigies farm
Edinburgh
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted guests with queries or requests for optimal guest experience.
- Upheld rigorous hygiene standards in all front-of-house areas.
- Established rapport with regular diners, fostering a loyal client base.
- Contributed to team success by maintaining cleanliness and organisation in work areas.
- Facilitated positive dining experiences by providing excellent customer service.
- Recommended menu items to guests, enhancing their dining experience.
- Checked guest satisfaction regularly, addressing any issues promptly.
- Promoted special offers or events to increase awareness among customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Psychology and Sociology
Queen Margaret University
Edinburgh 09.2020 - 06.2024
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Queensferry High School
08.2013 - 06.2019
Skills
- Ability to speak Spanish to a Strong level
- Calm under pressure
- Resourcefulness
- Pedagogical expertise
- Integrated learning systems use
- Practical science demonstration
- Phonics teaching
- Art and craft techniques
- Creative learning techniques
- Teaching empathy
- Phonics strategies
- Digital teaching tools usage
- Standardised test preparation
- Healthy living encouragement
- Classroom technology integration
- Second language teaching
- Constructive feedback
- Subject specialisation
- Foundation stage framework usage
- Computer programming for kids
- Historical events explanation
- Maths problem-solving methods
- Creative arts promotion
- Classroom technology use
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Lesson planning
- Teaching material development
- Pedagogical theory
- Social perceptiveness
- Academic performance reporting
- Cultural competence
- Play-based learning
- Teaching methods
- Academic support
- Classroom management
- Adaptable style
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
- Positive pupil development
- Safety awareness
- School trips
- Documentation
- Social science
- Behaviour management and conflict resolution
- Physical Education
- Classroom engagement techniques
- Parent-teacher communication
- Key Stage 1 curriculum delivery
- Creative lesson planning
- Lesson planning and evaluation
- Direct instruction
- Behaviour management
- Confidence building strategies
- Curriculum planning
- Student engagement
- Materials sourcing
- Visual arts
- Test preparation
- Lesson Plans
- Constructive communication
- Professional Development
- Cross-curricular teaching
- Emotional intelligence
- Multitasking ability
- Internet safety advice
- Technology integration
- Health and safety training
- Multimedia instruction
- Special needs support
- Online quiz design
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Resource and learning material development
- Engaging lesson planning
- Team collaboration
- Strategic seating arrangement
Affiliations
- Dance
- Sports
- Gym Workouts
Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Primary school teacher
Edinburgh City Council
08.2024 - Current
Sales assistant
Pandora
10.2022 - 07.2024
Waitress/Front of house
The Witchery By The Castle
06.2021 - 09.2022
Nursery worker
Busy Bees Nursery
10.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Education, Psychology and Sociology
Queen Margaret University
09.2020 - 06.2024
Shop assistant
Craigies Farm Shop and Cafe
05.2020 - 08.2020
English teacher
Project Trust
08.2019 - 03.2020
Front of house team member
Craigies farm
10.2018 - 07.2019
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Queensferry High School
08.2013 - 06.2019
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