Mark Kerr
London,UK
Summary
A dedicated educator with a passion for fostering successful outcomes for young people, demonstrated through effective communication with parents, colleagues, and students. Skilled in classroom organisation, behaviour management, and resource optimisation. Proficient in various IT applications and technologies, with a strong foundation in musical theory and the ability to play several instruments. TEFL certified with a commitment to literacy promotion and enhancing educational experiences.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Class teacher
Riversdale Primary School
London, Wandsworth
2020.08 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
- Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Fostered positive learning environment by maintaining strong classroom discipline.
- Coordinated with special education professionals for developing individualised education plans.
- Led science through observations, feedback and curriculum development.
Youth Activities Counsellor
Disney Cruise Line
Port Canaveral, Brevard, FL, USA
2019.10 - 2020.03
- Cultivated an inclusive environment, ensuring every child felt valued and heard.
- Facilitated open discussions to improve communication amongst peers.
- Designed educational games, enhancing cognitive development in children.
- Provided emotional support for young people undergoing stressful situations.
- Handled administrative tasks related to the organisation of daily activities.
- Implemented safeguarding procedures to ensure the wellbeing of all attendees.
- Managed difficult behaviour with effective conflict resolution strategies.
Homeroom teacher
Farmington Wood Elementary School – IB PYP
2017.08 - 2019.08
- Started a drama club to educate in dramatic technique and allow students to create short pieces of drama
- Took an active role in the school operations leadership team, organizing all fourth grade field trips and coordinating the school calendar alongside other colleagues.
- Engaged weekly in professional learning team meetings to reflect on data and construct intervention plans for students
- Class achieved exemplary growth (top 25% in county and state) in 2017/18 academic session
Expressive Arts Specialist
Perth High Cluster
2016.07 - 2016.10
- Collaborated with staff from 4 different schools to ensure planning and delivery of lessons was appropriate and relevant to their needs
- Planned and delivered lessons suitable for children from P1 up to P7
- Sourced resources like djembe drums, ukuleles and varied percussion instruments for the schools, some of which are still in use within these schools
Class teacher
Invergowrie Primary School
2015.08 - 2016.07
- Was involved in the creation and running of multiple clubs at the school – glee, painting and comic book
- Has ran a digital leaders committee to facilitate adoption of new technologies and applications
- Has implemented a visual planning format in the school
- Has travelled to the Netherlands to work alongside a school there in development of additional language learning
General counsellor
Camp Crosley YMCA
2013.05 - 2013.08
- Completed lifeguard and first aid training
- Co-directed sailing program in 2014
- Co-directed the teen camp for two weeks in 2018
- Worked alongside medical staff and dieticians to support children with diabetes and haemophilia
- Won respect award at conclusion of camp session 2013 for respect demonstrated towards the children and other staff
- Planned and delivered a themed week of camp evening programs with a colleague
Part-time shop assistant
Glebeside Spar
2009.06 - 2011.08
- Customer interactions at the till
- Stock taking and shelf restacking
- Responsible for closing and locking up shop one night a week (2011)
Education
BEd (Hons) - Primary Education
University of Dundee
2011.09 - 2015.06
A-levels - Moving Image Arts, Music, English Literature
Dalriada School
2004.09 - 2011.06
Diploma of Higher Education - Online Journalism
London School of Journalism
London 2024.09 -
Skills
- Good communication skills exemplified in regular communication with parents, colleagues and class
- Efficient organisation of classroom, behaviour, resources and time
- Passion for working with young people and ensuring successful outcomes for all
- Patience
- Competent in a variety of IT applications and technologies
- Ability to play several musical instruments and a sound understanding of musical theory
- TEFL certified (120 hours)
- Literacy promotion
Affiliations
- Football, padel and bouldering.
- Board and card games.
- Playing and writing music.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Online Journalism
London School of Journalism
2024.09 -
Class teacher
Riversdale Primary School
2020.08 - Current
Youth Activities Counsellor
Disney Cruise Line
2019.10 - 2020.03
Homeroom teacher
Farmington Wood Elementary School – IB PYP
2017.08 - 2019.08
Expressive Arts Specialist
Perth High Cluster
2016.07 - 2016.10
Class teacher
Invergowrie Primary School
2015.08 - 2016.07
General counsellor
Camp Crosley YMCA
2013.05 - 2013.08
BEd (Hons) - Primary Education
University of Dundee
2011.09 - 2015.06
Part-time shop assistant
Glebeside Spar
2009.06 - 2011.08
A-levels - Moving Image Arts, Music, English Literature
Dalriada School
2004.09 - 2011.06