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Michael Matera

London

Summary

Resourceful and organised professional with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Dependable and adaptable, maintaining a positive attitude while meeting dynamic and fast-paced work demands. Proactive in taking on additional responsibilities to support organisational goals and improve overall performance. Committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

AnZUK Education

Teacher (cover)
London
06.2023 - Current
  • Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across broad range of subjects
  • Adapt and differentiate teaching approaches to meet varied learning needs and abilities of students
  • Foster positive, inclusive classroom environment

Tradewind Training and Education Recruitment

Teacher (cover)
London
11.2020 - Current
  • Follow lesson plans provided by class teachers or plan and deliver high-quality lessons when none are available.
  • Use effective time management to ensure curriculum coverage during both short-term and long-term placements.
  • Build positive rapport with pupils and staff, maintaining calm, productive classroom atmosphere.

Engage Education

Teacher (cover)
London
09.2020 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality KS2 and KS3/4 lessons in line with curriculum guidelines, coordinating with teaching staff to maintain continuity.
  • Adapt and differentiate teaching approaches to effectively meet diverse learning needs and abilities of all students.
  • Demonstrate flexibility in covering wide range of subjects, often on short notice.

Canterbury Christ Church University

PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
Canterbury, Kent, UK
09.2018 - 07.2020
  • Achieved Distinction in Postgraduate Certificate in Education for Further Education.

Gordonbrock Primary School

Teaching Assitant
London
09.2015 - 07.2018

• Collaborated with teachers to ensure smooth classroom operations.

• Provided enthusiastic support to students, fostering positive learning environment.

Protocol Education

Teaching assistant
London
09.2014 - 09.2015

Birkbeck, University of London

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc HONS
London
09.2009 - 07.2014
  • Acquired strong foundation in psychological theories and research methodologies.

THUS Plc

Office & facilities administrator
City of London
09.2006 - 08.2009
  • Provide practical solutions within facilities management arrangements to ensure smooth operations.
  • Liaise effectively between clients and contractors to maintain clear and timely communication.

Sastel International ltd

Customer sales consultant
London
01.2004 - 05.2006

Andrews Travel Worldchoice Ltd

Customer Sales Consultant
London
06.2001 - 09.2004

Citalia

Customer Sales Consultant
Croydon
09.1998 - 09.2001

Comet Travelsavers

Sales Consultant
London
09.1997 - 09.1998

Education

Canterbury Christ Church University -

PGCE Post 14
09.2015 - 07.2018

Birkbeck, University of London -

BSc (Hons) Psychology
09.2010 - 07.2014

Cambridge English - ESOL/EAL/EFL

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching)
03.2021 - 04.2021

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Strong communication
  • Behavioural interventions
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Fast learner
  • Effective time management
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Managing classroom for diverse populations
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Detailed instruction
  • Critical thinking

Timeline

AnZUK Education

Teacher (cover)
06.2023 - Current

Cambridge English - ESOL/EAL/EFL

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching)
03.2021 - 04.2021

Tradewind Training and Education Recruitment

Teacher (cover)
11.2020 - Current

Engage Education

Teacher (cover)
09.2020 - Current

Canterbury Christ Church University

PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
09.2018 - 07.2020

Gordonbrock Primary School

Teaching Assitant
09.2015 - 07.2018

Canterbury Christ Church University -

PGCE Post 14
09.2015 - 07.2018

Protocol Education

Teaching assistant
09.2014 - 09.2015

Birkbeck, University of London -

BSc (Hons) Psychology
09.2010 - 07.2014

Birkbeck, University of London

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc HONS
09.2009 - 07.2014

THUS Plc

Office & facilities administrator
09.2006 - 08.2009

Sastel International ltd

Customer sales consultant
01.2004 - 05.2006

Andrews Travel Worldchoice Ltd

Customer Sales Consultant
06.2001 - 09.2004

Citalia

Customer Sales Consultant
09.1998 - 09.2001

Comet Travelsavers

Sales Consultant
09.1997 - 09.1998
Michael Matera