Megan Cooper

• Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged open communication between tutor and student, promoting active participation in lessons.
• Adapted lesson content based on ongoing evaluations of student progress, ensuring continuous growth in language proficiency levels over time.
• Prepared students for standardized English tests such as ISEB qualifications, IELTS, verbal and non verbal reasoning, GCSE, A Level, SATs by focusing on test-taking strategies, time management techniques, and targeted practice exercises.
• Conducted thorough assessments to identify areas of weakness in each student''s English language skills, allowing for targeted instruction towards improvement.
• Strengthened students'' writing abilities by guiding them through the process of outlining, drafting, revising, and editing essays and compositions.
• Enhanced students'' language skills by utilizing interactive activities and multimedia resources during tutoring sessions.
• Improved students'' reading comprehension abilities by introducing a variety of texts and genres tailored to their interests.
• Increased students'' vocabulary knowledge through creative word games and exercises, leading to more effective communication skills.
• Incorporated real-life examples into lessons to make abstract concepts more relatable and engaging for students.
• Developed individualized learning plans for each student, addressing their specific needs and goals in language proficiency.
• Collaborated with parents to monitor students'' progress, providing updates on achievements and areas for improvement.
• Boosted student confidence in English communication through personalized feedback and constructive criticism.
• Prepared students for standardized English tests such as TOEFL or IELTS by focusing on test-taking strategies, time management techniques, and targeted practice exercises.

Delivery of English Language and Literature at KS3 and KS4

Maintaining assessment and engagement data tracking for KS3 and 4

Monitoring department wide feedback protocols on student work

Developing effective strategies for EAL students

Developing differentiated / alternative curriculum resources for learners with SEND

Maintaining awareness of safeguarding issues and responding appropriately

Pastoral care - liaising with parents, carers and safeguarding leads

Maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom and promoting student wellbeing

Attending open evenings and school events as well as running weekly extra curricular activities and interventions.

Delivery of English Language and Literature at KS3 and KS4

Coordinating and leading on assessment, homework and enrichment for KS3

Maintaining assessment and engagement data tracking for KS3 and 4

Assessing CAGs for KS4 students, as well as live lessons and summer school throughout national lockdowns

Redesigning KS3 curriculum as per Ofsted guidance- taking responsibility for quality assurance of schemes of work and resources planned by the English Department

Implementing the digitations of all student work in the English Department using GoogleSuite and Mac

Monitoring department wide feedback protocols on student work

Redesigning schemes of work for home learning during Covid 19

Developing effective strategies for EAL students

Developing differentiated / alternative curriculum resources for learners with SEND

Leading team training on differentiation , EAL and SEND strategies

Liaising with department heads to ensure cross curricular cohesion

Maintaining awareness of safeguarding issues and responding appropriately

Pastoral care - liaising with parents, carers and safeguarding leads

Maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom and promoting student wellbeing

Attending open evenings and school events as well as running weekly extra curricular activities and interventions.

Lesson planning and delivery in line with S.O.W

Engaging learners of all abilities and with a variety of SEND

Working with colleagues to plan and coordinate schemes of work and resource creation

Using Pebblepad to maximise accessibility of lessons

Maintaining a safe and inclusive classroom

Maintaining awareness of safeguarding issues and responding appropriately

Classroom and behavior management

Managing Teaching and Classroom Assistants

Supporting at open evenings, college events and trips

Testing and grouping international learners

Teaching towards First Certificate and IELTS University entry papers

Designing and implementing schemes of work

Teaching from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced level

Adhering to British Council regulations

Employing a variety of lesson structures and teaching methods

Writing individual reports to assess student progress

Liaising with group leaders to ensure a satisfying student experience and familiarize myself with individual student needs

Leading regular CPD sessions

Teaching from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced level

Assessing and grouping international learners

Designing and implementing schemes of work

Adhering to British Council regulations

Employing a variety of lesson structures and teaching methods

Writing individual reports to assess student progress

Liaising with group leaders to ensure a satisfying student experience and familiarize myself with individual student needs

Attending regular CPD sessions to further skills and personal progress

As above, with the additional responsibilities of :

• Organising and leading large scale school excursions
• Residential supervision and pastoral care
• Supervision of a range of outdoor activities.