Lydia Jane Gillibrand
Worsley, Manchester,Greater Manchester
Summary
Dedicated teaching professional with a strong passion for implementing transformative educational practices as a teacher, Head of Geography, and TEFL educator
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head of Geography
Bolton School Girls' Division
Bolton, Lancashire
2023.03 - Current
- Conducted research on geographical trends to support curriculum development.
- Assisted in the creation of lesson plans that incorporate geographical concepts.
- Collaborated with educators to enhance teaching materials related to Geography
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve geographical knowledge.
- Organised and led a plethora of trips for all years from Year 7 - Year 13
Teacher of Geography
Bolton School Boys' Division
Bolton, Lancashire
2021.09 - 2023.03
- Developed engaging lesson plans to foster students' understanding of geographical concepts.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom.
- Implemented formative assessments to monitor students' progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Organised field trips and outdoor activities to enhance experiential learning opportunities for students.
Teacher of Geography
Bury Grammar School
Bury, Greater Manchester
2019.09 - 2021.09
- Developed engaging geography lesson plans that incorporated diverse teaching methods. Additional challenge of making lessons engaging through virtual lessons during the coronavirus
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions to enhance students' understanding of geographical concepts.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that highlighted geographic themes.
TEFL teacher in Vietnam
EIV
Hai Phong and Da Nang, Hai Phong and Da Nang province
2017.09 - 2018.09
- Developed engaging lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and language abilities.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and refine curriculum materials that enhanced student engagement.
- Facilitated language immersion activities that promoted practical usage of English in real-life contexts.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - PGCE in Geography
University of Manchester
Manchester 2018.09 - 2019.09
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of Manchester
Manchester 2014.09 - 2017.09
A Levels - Geography (A), Mathematics (B), French (C), General Studies (C)
Crompton House Sixth Form
Oldham 2012.09 - 2014.09
GCSEs - 4 A*s and 7 As
Crompton House Church of England Secondary School
Oldham 2007.09 - 2012.09
Skills
- Communication skills
- Public speaking
- Team building
- Problem-solving
- Calm under pressure
Affiliations
- Running and helping to raise money for the Mindstep Foundation
- Playing the piano and singing
Timeline
Head of Geography
Bolton School Girls' Division
2023.03 - Current
Teacher of Geography
Bolton School Boys' Division
2021.09 - 2023.03
Teacher of Geography
Bury Grammar School
2019.09 - 2021.09
Certificate of Higher Education - PGCE in Geography
University of Manchester
2018.09 - 2019.09
TEFL teacher in Vietnam
EIV
2017.09 - 2018.09
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of Manchester
2014.09 - 2017.09
A Levels - Geography (A), Mathematics (B), French (C), General Studies (C)
Crompton House Sixth Form
2012.09 - 2014.09
GCSEs - 4 A*s and 7 As
Crompton House Church of England Secondary School
2007.09 - 2012.09