Mary Owusua Okyere
Teacher
Feltham
Summary
Dedicated primary school teacher in the UK with a strong track record of planning engaging and effective lessons that promote academic and emotional development in children. Expertise in building positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues across diverse school environments enhances collaboration and community engagement. A background in retail has refined communication and interpersonal skills, fostering a professional and approachable presence within the classroom. Committed to continuous growth while consistently exceeding expectations and cultivating a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Class Teacher
Fairholme Primary School
09.2023 - Current
- Planning lessons, supporting pupils, and leading a subject area
Placement school
Templewood Primary School
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked alongside the class teacher and deputy head in Year 5
Teaching Assistant
Oakmere Primary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Whole class support and one-to-one with challenging pupils
Placement school
St. Bernadette Primary School
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Planning lessons, teaching, and supporting Year 2 pupils
Care Assistant / Support Worker
Martins House Care Home
12.2021 - 12.2021
Placement school
Hatfield Community Free School
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisting teacher in classroom, teaching and planning lessons, supporting pupil learning
Summer Job
Clarks Outlet
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Assisted in the children’s department, ensured customer satisfaction
Waitressing
24/7 Agency
07.2017 - 06.2020
- Waitressing at different events
Usher
University of Hertfordshire
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisting in the Art 2D department
Placement school
Churchmead Secondary School
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Assisting teacher in the classroom, helping children with their learning
Education
BA (Hons) - Fine Art
University of Hertfordshire
05.2021
Art, Sociology, BTEC Science and EPQ
Churchmead School / Window College
05.2018
Churchmead Secondary School
06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - PGCE
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, United Kingdom09-2021
Skills
Lesson planning
References
References available on request
Interests
I enjoy painting and often run creative art sessions with children I babysit, encouraging their imagination and self-expression
Timeline
Class Teacher
Fairholme Primary School
09.2023 - Current
Placement school
Templewood Primary School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant
Oakmere Primary School
09.2022 - 12.2022
Placement school
St. Bernadette Primary School
01.2022 - 06.2022
Care Assistant / Support Worker
Martins House Care Home
12.2021 - 12.2021
Placement school
Hatfield Community Free School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Placement school
Churchmead Secondary School
01.2020 - 01.2020
Usher
University of Hertfordshire
11.2019 - 03.2020
Summer Job
Clarks Outlet
06.2018 - 09.2021
Waitressing
24/7 Agency
07.2017 - 06.2020
Art, Sociology, BTEC Science and EPQ
Churchmead School / Window College
BA (Hons) - Fine Art
University of Hertfordshire
Churchmead Secondary School
Bachelor of Arts - PGCE
University of Hertfordshire