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Mark Walter

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Committed Special Education Teacher with experience planning and delivering lessons for students with diverse social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Builds positive relationships using exceptional interpersonal skills for maximised pupil gains. Improves attainment and achievement through individualised teaching.

Overview

1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher in Special Education Needs

Wellspring Academy Trust
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
09.2019 - Current
  • Adapted lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring all students engage actively in the learning process.
  • Implemented behaviour management plans for students with challenging behaviours to maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
  • Provided emotional and behavioural support to students, establishing a trusting relationship conducive to learning.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback, guiding learning and development in line with curriculum objectives.

Junior School Headteacher

Essex County Council
Colchester, Essex
09.2008 - 08.2017
  • Analysed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailor intervention strategies.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and the sharing of best practices among staff.
  • Led change management initiatives, successfully navigating the school through periods of significant transformation.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with pupils and parents to help resolve situations and positively affect behaviour, as well as academic performance.
  • Conducted teacher performance reviews by assessing classroom activities and reviewing grades.
  • Oversaw school budget, documented changes and tracked expenses.
  • Directed safeguarding policies and procedures, prioritising student welfare and creating a safe learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

University of Surrey
Guildford
01-1999

Skills

  • Special needs expertise
  • Disability teaching strategies
  • Customising learning plans
  • Child safeguarding

Certification

  • Level 2 ECB Cricket Coaching qualification
  • Enhanced DBS held
  • Clean driving license

Interests

  • Reading
  • Walking
  • Watching sport

Timeline

Teacher in Special Education Needs

Wellspring Academy Trust
09.2019 - Current

Junior School Headteacher

Essex County Council
09.2008 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

University of Surrey
Mark Walter