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Maria Graham

Maria Graham

Birmingham,West Midlands

Summary

Dedicated mathematics educator with extensive experience in teaching secondary school maths, specialising in pupil assessment analysis and multicultural education awareness. Demonstrates proficiency in mathematical modelling techniques and differential equations competence, alongside a strong aptitude for lesson planning and curriculum development. Committed to maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge and fostering pupil motivation through interactive teaching methods, while actively engaging in parent-teacher collaboration to enhance student outcomes. Career goals include advancing innovative educational practices and contributing to the development of comprehensive exam preparation strategies.

Driven educator with compassionate approach to teaching. Combines strong analytical skills with effective communication to foster supportive learning environment. Aims to inspire students to achieve their full potential in mathematics.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Maths teacher

James Brindley Academy
Birmingham, West Midlands
09.2023 - Current
  • Tailored one-to-one teaching sessions for pupils needing extra help, leading to noticeable improvements in their grades over time.
  • Collaborated effectively with parents during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and needs.
  • Coordinated with other staff members for seamless execution of school events.
  • Organised field trips that connected theoretical math concepts with practical real-world examples enhancing student understanding.
  • Enhanced student engagement in maths topics through creative teaching methods.

Maths tutor

Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham, West Midlands
07.2019 - 07.2023
  • Fostered a love for maths by creating engaging lesson plans.
  • Cultivated an environment conducive to learning using effective classroom management techniques.
  • Monitored pupil progression with regular testing, allowing alterations to the tutoring programme if necessary.
  • Simplified mathematical theories for better comprehension amongst students.

Education

PGCE Secondary Maths - Education

Birmingham City University
Birmingham
09.2007 - 06.2008

BSc Psychology and Education studies - Education

London Metropolitan University
London
09.1997 - 06.2001

Skills

  • Maths enthusiasm
  • Multicultural education awareness
  • Constructive feedback delivery
  • Mathematical modelling techniques
  • Lesson planning aptitude
  • Teaching secondary school maths
  • Maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge
  • Parent-Teacher collaboration
  • Interactive teaching methods
  • Pupil motivation
  • Familiarity with interactive whiteboards
  • Differential equations competence
  • Maths tutor experience
  • Understanding of pupil behaviour
  • Curriculum development experience
  • Exam preparation

Affiliations

  • I engage in many activities outside work to include swimming, tennis and playing in a pro amateur orchestra group in the Midlands where we perform in many amazing venues such as the Town hall, Symphony hall and Comic-Con events in Birmingham and London..

Timeline

Maths teacher

James Brindley Academy
09.2023 - Current

Maths tutor

Birmingham Metropolitan College
07.2019 - 07.2023

PGCE Secondary Maths - Education

Birmingham City University
09.2007 - 06.2008

BSc Psychology and Education studies - Education

London Metropolitan University
09.1997 - 06.2001
Maria Graham