Mark-Anthony Farr
Grays,Essex
Summary
I am an energetic and empathetic individual with a desire to gain work experience and learn from teaching staff. I am eager to help children understand and engage with a creative curriculum. I possess and use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with both students and parents.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cover Supervisor
Maplegrove Primary Schoool
Basildon, Essex
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw safety of children, promoting and safeguarding welfare in and outside classroom.
- Prevented student misbehaviour through constant classroom monitoring and prompt interventions.
- Assisted lead teacher to monitor class schedule and breaks.
- Maximised student learning time by providing smooth transitioning support between lessons.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes.
- Offered students personalised support during in-class activities and projects.
- Observed children during social interactions and encouraged positive choices for minimising and resolving conflicts.
- Oversaw safety of children, promoting and safeguarding welfare in and outside classroom.
- Maintained child safety, security and good behaviour during classroom and outdoor activities.
Primary school teacher and Pastoral Lead
St. Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Grays, Essex, UK
11.2023 - Current
- Adapted teaching styles for varying student capabilities and requirements.
- Cultivated welcoming, positive classroom environment, encouraging children to express opinions, thoughts and feelings.
- Established strong, supportive relationships with families, encouraging parental involvement to boost children's achievement.
- Used behaviour management techniques to maintain positive learning environments.
- Prepared and presented informative reports to parents.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Helped children to reach full potential across multiple primary subjects using blend of modern and traditional teaching techniques.
- Differentiated lesson delivery and class assessments to needs of various abilities, learning styles and educational needs.
- Marked student work with clear improvement feedback.
- Encouraged students to work together to achieve goals.
- Collaborated with teaching teams to implement improved learning schemes.
- Identified students needing extra support and coordinated personalised, attentive teaching and available resources.
- Adapted teaching style according to individual student needs, fostering inclusive education.
Guidance counsellor
York Castle High School
St. Ann, Jamaica
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Organized peer counselling programs to monitor students development.
- Personalised instruction and personal mentoring based on individual strengths and abilities.
- Offered counselling to help students deal with academic, personal, or behavioural issues.
- Advised, criticised and encouraged students to develop abilities.
- Participated in events and activities to provide moral support to students.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality protocols to safeguard and accurately store student information.
- Upheld counselling best practice across departments by consistently adhering to JTA ethical framework guidelines.
- Taught students important points to prepare for examinations and assessments.
- Supported students to identify problems impeding education.
- Managed conflict mediation and resolution between students, teachers and parents to avoid disruptions.
- Referred struggling students to mental health, substance abuse or vocational-related activities to help cope with problems.
- Mentored students to identify skills and assets to maximise potential.
- Listened to academic, emotional and social concerns and practised non-judgemental approach to students.
- Developed and designed counselling programs customised to needs of students.
- Provided empathetic and effective counselling on academic and personal issues in group and one-to-one settings.
- Supported students in navigating difficult situations, offering safe space for discussion and access to resources.
- Communicated with parents to build rapport and open communication related to student progress.
- Advocated for student needs resulting in an inclusive learning environment.
- Enhanced student self-awareness by conducting individual counselling sessions.
- Collaborated closely with teaching staff in planning interventions tailored towards struggling learners' unique needs and abilities.
Dean of Discipline
York Castle High School
St. Ann, Jamaica
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
- Enforced fair and equitable disciplinary code to protect students and staff.
- Stayed current on applicable codes and guidelines to maintain compliant programme operations.
- Advocated for students' rights with transparent policies.
- Prioritised student welfare initiatives by strengthening advisory services.
Dean of Discipline
St. James High School
Montego Bay, St. James, Jamaica
09.2015 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with parents and teaching staff on strategies to reduce disruptive behavioural incidents.
- Analysed programme trends to identify areas of improvement and recommended corrective actions.
- Strengthened community engagement strategies to boost programme outreach.
- Conferred with educators to identify current classroom concerns and diversify instructional strategies.
- Led and motivated teaching and support staff to continuously improve knowledge and abilities for optimum student education and support.
- Established cross-disciplinary programmes to broaden learning opportunities.
Driver
City Sprint
Hillingdon, Hillingdon
03.2025 - Current
- Resolved logistical issues swiftly to ensure on-time deliveries.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws, reduced risk of accidents.
- Communicated effectively with customers to confirm deliveries.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness for a professional appearance.
- Ensured prompt delivery of parcels by utilising effective navigation skills.
- Navigated through heavy traffic whilst maintaining composure.
- Showcased strong ability to handle high pressure situations calmly during peak hours.
- Kept accurate records of all deliveries made during the day.
- Demonstrated excellent knowledge of local routes and shortcuts via diligent planning.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous delivery service.
- Demonstrated professionalism when dealing with clients, fostered positive relationships.
- Managed time efficiently to meet all delivery deadlines.
- Provided reliable service as a result of meticulous attention to detail.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of goods, ensured safe transportation.
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance for optimal performance.
- Improved fuel efficiency by adopting eco-friendly driving habits.
- Maintained professional appearance and excellent hygiene levels to uphold company reputation.
- Notified management of vehicle safety concerns and issues, enabling prompt maintenance and repair.
- Planned routes and schedules to achieve consistent service availability.
- Covered weekend shifts to optimise service levels.
- Washed and polished service vehicles to maintain professional appearance.
- Accepted and received job information through digital app.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Guidance and Counselling
International University of the Caribbean
Kingston, Jamaica 09.2007 - 07/2009
Diploma - Primary Education (Advanced mathematics)
College of Agriculture Science and Education (CASE
Portland, Jamaica 09.2002 - 07/2005
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Behaviour management
- Multitasking ability
- SEND support
- Confidence building strategies
- Lesson Plans
- Social science
- Emotional intelligence
- Pastoral care
- Parent rapport building
- Student counselling
- Child psychology
Certification
2Lt. Jamaica Combined Cadet Force (JCCF)
Affiliations
- attending church
- playing the keyboard
- playing the bass guitar
- playing table tennis
- playing basketball
Timeline
Driver
City Sprint
03.2025 - Current
Cover Supervisor
Maplegrove Primary Schoool
10.2024 - Current
Primary school teacher and Pastoral Lead
St. Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
11.2023 - Current
Guidance counsellor
York Castle High School
09.2020 - 12.2022
Dean of Discipline
York Castle High School
09.2019 - 08.2020
Dean of Discipline
St. James High School
09.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Guidance and Counselling
International University of the Caribbean
09.2007 - 07/2009
Diploma - Primary Education (Advanced mathematics)
College of Agriculture Science and Education (CASE
09.2002 - 07/2005
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