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Lynsey Lowe

Sheffield,South Yorkshire

Summary

I am an extremely passionate teacher, with a love of maths, who is devoted to teaching. My mission, in life, is to inspire young people to be the best version of themselves. Whether that is my own children, their friends, or my students. I believe that confidence and positivity is key. If you believe in yourself, you are more likely to achieve your best result. I relentlessly spend my time trying to build confidence in my students to allow them to achieve their full potential.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of Mathematics

Stocksbridge High School
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
09.2015 - Current
  • Trained Mastery of Mathematics Specialised Teacher with the NCETM.

- Support maths teachers nationwide by sharing effective teaching strategies and best practice.
- Collaborate with educational professionals throughout 13 days annually to enhance maths education by working with the South Yorkshire Maths Hub.

- Facilitate mastery work groups for educators.
- Support early career teachers in delivering inclusive teaching strategies involving breaking down curriculum into smaller, manageable steps.

- Assist Head and Deputy Head of department in developing schemes of work and assessment strategies.
- Support and help to facilitate quality teaching initiatives across the department.
- Lead department meetings and training sessions to enhance team collaboration.

  • Trained new mathematics teachers in effective pedagogical strategies and classroom management techniques.

- Supported ITT students throughout their teaching experience.

- Monitored progress against established teaching standards.

  • SEND experience

- Stocksbridge High school has a large percentage of SEND students, many with an EHCP.

- NEXUS trust provision attached to the school.

- Support students from the NEXUS provision in accessing mainstream lessons to enhance learning opportunities and social inclusion.

- Received specialised training, (CHIMP management) this year, focusing on de-escalation strategies and positive regard.

- Foster quality first teaching strategies to support SEND students in the classroom environment.

  • Delivery of the Statistics GCSE course.
  • Delivery of key stage 3 ICT course.
  • Enrichment

- Lead a Rubik's cube club after school.

- Lead a Lego and board games club at lunchtime.

- Taken students to Sheffield Hallam University Maths quiz.

E-Safety Coordinator (Temporary 1 year position)

Stocksbridge High School
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Completed advanced safeguarding training relevant to the role.
  • Maintained awareness of online trends to support safeguarding efforts.
  • Monitored online platforms to detect misuse and safeguarding concerns using filtering systems.
  • Educated students in the safe use of online technology/platforms.

Remote Learning Coordinator

Stocksbridge High School
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Secured the role of remote learning coordinator across the entire school, ensuring effective digital education delivery during the pandemic.
  • Trained staff and students in Microsoft Teams usage prior to lockdown.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting and resolving issues during lockdown across the school.
  • Supported new developments and adaptations as needed throughout this period.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Sheffield
Sheffield
09.2001 - 06.2004

PGCE - Mathematics

University of Sheffield
Sheffield
09.2014 - 06.2015

A-Levels - Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry

Danum School
Doncaster
09.1999 - 06.2001

GCSEs -

Danum School
Doncaster

Skills

  • Patience
  • Empathy
  • Problem solving skills
  • Strong work ethic
  • Caring
  • Driven
  • Inquisitive

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

E-Safety Coordinator (Temporary 1 year position)

Stocksbridge High School
09.2023 - 07.2024

Remote Learning Coordinator

Stocksbridge High School
09.2021 - 07.2023

Teacher of Mathematics

Stocksbridge High School
09.2015 - Current

PGCE - Mathematics

University of Sheffield
09.2014 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

University of Sheffield
09.2001 - 06.2004

A-Levels - Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry

Danum School
09.1999 - 06.2001

GCSEs -

Danum School
Lynsey Lowe