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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
2023.06 - 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
2020.11 - 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
2020.09 - 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
2018.09 - 2020.07
  • Achieved Distinction in Postgraduate Certificate in Education for Further Education.

Gordonbrock Primary School

Teaching Assitant
London
2015.09 - 2018.07

• Collaborated with teachers to ensure smooth classroom operations.

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

Protocol Education

Teaching assistant
London
2014.09 - 2015.09

Birkbeck, University of London

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc HONS
London
2009.09 - 2014.07
  • Acquired strong foundation in psychological theories and research methodologies.

THUS Plc

Office & facilities administrator
City of London
2006.09 - 2009.08
  • 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
2004.01 - 2006.05

Andrews Travel Worldchoice Ltd

Customer Sales Consultant
London
2001.06 - 2004.09

Citalia

Customer Sales Consultant
Croydon
1998.09 - 2001.09

Comet Travelsavers

Sales Consultant
London
1997.09 - 1998.09

Education

Canterbury Christ Church University -

PGCE Post 14
2015.09 - 2018.07

Birkbeck, University of London -

BSc (Hons) Psychology
2010.09 - 2014.07

Cambridge English - ESOL/EAL/EFL

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching)
2021.03 - 2021.04

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)
2023.06 - Current

Cambridge English - ESOL/EAL/EFL

CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching)
2021.03 - 2021.04

Tradewind Training and Education Recruitment

Teacher (cover)
2020.11 - Current

Engage Education

Teacher (cover)
2020.09 - Current

Canterbury Christ Church University

PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
2018.09 - 2020.07

Gordonbrock Primary School

Teaching Assitant
2015.09 - 2018.07

Canterbury Christ Church University -

PGCE Post 14
2015.09 - 2018.07

Protocol Education

Teaching assistant
2014.09 - 2015.09

Birkbeck, University of London -

BSc (Hons) Psychology
2010.09 - 2014.07

Birkbeck, University of London

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BSc HONS
2009.09 - 2014.07

THUS Plc

Office & facilities administrator
2006.09 - 2009.08

Sastel International ltd

Customer sales consultant
2004.01 - 2006.05

Andrews Travel Worldchoice Ltd

Customer Sales Consultant
2001.06 - 2004.09

Citalia

Customer Sales Consultant
1998.09 - 2001.09

Comet Travelsavers

Sales Consultant
1997.09 - 1998.09
Michael Matera