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MICHELLE METCALFE

BURSTWICK,EAST RIDING

Summary

Inspiring professional plans and delivers high quality sessions for students to practice and improve artistic skills. Motivates and encourages students, providing safe space for growth and exploration. Experienced teacher brings background in art paired with love of education and focus on student success. Organised class leader knowledgeable about instructional techniques, demonstration styles and successful hands-on activities. Reliable in meeting course objectives and maintaining classroom spaces. Drama teacher with years of experience directing and producing school and community theatre productions. Strong background in acting, stage design and theatre education. Demonstrates talent for inspiring and motivating students to reach their full potential.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

TEACHER OF DRAMA

HOLDERNESS ACADEMY
PRESTON - HULL, EAST RIDING
02.2017 - Current
  • Prepared students to take official exams, achieving high success rate.
  • Evaluated student progress by providing short quizzes, examinations and standardised tests.
  • Adapted teaching styles and resources to suit student age and ability.
  • Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
  • Set and marked written and practical exams.
  • Provided engaging educational resources to broaden student learning tools.
  • Managed challenging behaviour with firm and fair style.
  • Delivered key academic concepts using engaging teaching methods, improving student understanding.
  • Planned dynamic, interesting lessons by incorporating variety of mediums.
  • Established positive, productive classroom environments for maximised student engagement.

TEACHER OF ENGLISH (SUPPLY)

HOLDERNESS ACADEMY
PRESTON, EAST RIDING
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Planned and delivered acting, dance and music workshops.
  • Supported diverse student groups, including those with disabilities, special educational needs and mental health issues.
  • Used performing arts principles to build student confidence and socialisation skills.
  • Enhanced student knowledge through targeted practical and theoretical teachings.
  • Devised fun, informative learning programmes for maximised student engagement.
  • Created positive, stimulating learning environment with consistent discipline and successful behaviour management techniques.
  • Organised opportunities for students to showcase their work.
  • Tailored assigned tasks to suit students' passions, interests and abilities.
  • Supplied students with necessary materials and equipment.
  • Evaluated students' work and provided constructive feedback to guide improvement.

SUPPLY TEACHER

LEAP EDUCATION
HULL, HUMBERSIDE
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
  • Upheld school mission and values with positive behaviour modelling.
  • Kept records of daily work and left notes for lead teacher.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

SUPPLY TEACHER

LEAP EDUCATION
HULL, HUMBERSIDE
09.2007 - 01.2012
  • Taught lessons based on curriculum requirements.
  • Upheld school mission and values with positive behaviour modelling.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Minimised low level disruption by enforcing classroom policies.
  • Identified student strengths and weaknesses, providing constructive feedback to improve results.
  • Built rapport with students to provide top-quality instruction.
  • Prepared lesson content and delivery in line with curriculum guidelines.
  • Took attendance and maintained records in line with teacher-established processes.
  • Liaised with support staff for classroom management and supplemental instruction.
  • Created and marked homework, exams and class activities to monitor individuals' progress.

LEARNING MENTOR

ISAAC NEWTON
HULL, HUMBERSIDE
04.2002 - 07.2006


  • Built positive, professional relationships with students through effective communication and behaviour management, aiding continued academic and personal development.
  • Provided constructive feedback and guidance, challenging mentees to expand perspectives and reach full potential.
  • Offered counselling to help students deal with academic, personal, or behavioural issues.
  • Delivered one-on-one sessions to guide mentees through various subjects and challenges.

Education

BHONS - MUSICAL THEATRE

LINCOLN METROPOLITAN
HULL
09.2007 - 05.2010

DIPLOMA - COUNSELLING

HULL COLLEGE
HULL
09.2004 - 07.2006

Skills

  • Acting and performing
  • Play directing
  • Singing
  • Lesson planning
  • Student behaviour management
  • Performance preparation
  • Student assessments
  • Curriculum development
  • Choreography
  • Speech and drama
  • Parental consultations
  • Vocal techniques

Affiliations

  • - PERFORMING - READING - SOCIALISING

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

TEACHER OF DRAMA

HOLDERNESS ACADEMY
02.2017 - Current

TEACHER OF ENGLISH (SUPPLY)

HOLDERNESS ACADEMY
02.2017 - 02.2019

SUPPLY TEACHER

LEAP EDUCATION
01.2012 - 01.2017

SUPPLY TEACHER

LEAP EDUCATION
09.2007 - 01.2012

BHONS - MUSICAL THEATRE

LINCOLN METROPOLITAN
09.2007 - 05.2010

DIPLOMA - COUNSELLING

HULL COLLEGE
09.2004 - 07.2006

LEARNING MENTOR

ISAAC NEWTON
04.2002 - 07.2006
MICHELLE METCALFE