Nature lover - enjoys being outside
Madison Smith
Teacher and Forest School Leader
Weston Turville
Summary
Energetic educator with strong communication and leadership skills, combined with solid foundation in curriculum development and classroom management. Adept at fostering positive learning environment and engaging students through innovative teaching methods. Committed to inspiring students to achieve academic excellence and personal growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher and Forest School Leader
Grendon Underwood Combined School
Grendon Underwood
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
- Boosted students' reading comprehension with creative teaching strategies.
- Adjusted teaching methods according to individual student's needs, ensured inclusive learning environment.
- Organised school events such as sports day or concerts showcasing student talents beyond academics.
- Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
Customer sales assistant
Pandora
Brighton
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Guaranteed high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and attentive service.
- Stocked, replenished and organised shelves to ensure consistent levels of product availability.
- Resolved queries swiftly, contributing to positive customer experience.
- Interacted and engaged with customers, providing guidance and expert advice to influence purchase decisions.
- Delivered effective product demonstrations, consistently ensuring customer comprehension.
- Designed appealing and convincing sales presentations, receiving ongoing recognition from management.
- Provided exceptional service, boosting repeat business rates.
Customer Service
Biffa Waste Services Ltd
High Wycombe
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivered exceptional customer service for high satisfaction ratings.
- Handled complaints and queries, improving overall customer service.
- Increased brand loyalty through exceptional online customer service.
- Investigated disputed transactions, ensured proper customer service.
Greengrocer
Fruity Tooty Fresh Foods
Aylesbury
04.2009 - 01.2015
- Monitored quality of goods upon delivery, ensured premium standard maintained.
- Kept track of seasonal produce for relevant stock control.
- Trained new staff members for consistent service standards across the team.
- Managed till operations efficiently, ensured smooth check-out process for customers.
- Handled customer queries to enhance satisfaction.
- Performed end-of-day cash reconciliation tasks without errors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS
Brighton University
Brighton 10.2015 - 04.2018
Forest School Leader - Forest School
Plumpton College
Plumpton, East Sussex 04.2016 - 04.2017
A-Levels - Sociology, Psychology and History
Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
Aylesbury 09.2012 - 09.2015
GCSEs -
Aylesbury Vale Academy
Aylesbury 09.2007 - 07.2012
Skills
Student-centred learning
Nurture creativity in children
Enthusiastic energy
Created and enforced classroom rules and computer and device use policies for fair and equitable distribution of resources and class time
Creative learning strategies
Expertise in Forest School and Computing
Firm but fair behaviour management
Graded outstanding in teacher placements
Accomplishments
Developed programmes of study as Computing Lead and Forest School Lead
Interests
Enjoys crochet and crafts
Reading with a cup of tea
Timeline
Teacher and Forest School Leader
Grendon Underwood Combined School
09.2018 - 05.2022
Forest School Leader - Forest School
Plumpton College
04.2016 - 04.2017
Customer sales assistant
Pandora
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Primary Education with QTS
Brighton University
10.2015 - 04.2018
Customer Service
Biffa Waste Services Ltd
01.2015 - 08.2016
A-Levels - Sociology, Psychology and History
Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
09.2012 - 09.2015
Greengrocer
Fruity Tooty Fresh Foods
04.2009 - 01.2015
GCSEs -
Aylesbury Vale Academy
09.2007 - 07.2012