Educator with expertise in learner assessment, child development theories, and classroom management. Demonstrated success in creating positive learning environments and managing classroom dynamics effectively. Focused on continuous professional development and improving student outcomes through innovative teaching methods.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Key Stage 4 Pastoral Manager/WRL Co-Ordinator
Coventry City Council - Woodfield School
Coventry, Coventry
1999.09 - 2020.09
Conducted regular home visits for maintaining strong rapport between families and the school.
Attended professional development trainings to keep abreast of educational laws and regulations related to pastoral care management.
Ensured student welfare with proactive and comprehensive care strategies.
Assisted with the development of Individual Education Plans for targeted academic improvement.
Liaised effectively between parents and teachers, improving transparency in communication about student's progress and behaviour at school.
Created a safe space for students allowing open discussions on mental health-related concerns which encouraged more acceptance among peers.
Managed behavioural issues resulting in an enhanced learning atmosphere.
Responded promptly to instances of bullying or conflict amongst pupils, resulting in peaceful resolution.
Organised extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of community within the school.
Developed robust safeguarding policies, ensuring the safety of all students during school hours.
Mediated parent-teacher conferences to improve overall student well-being and progress.
Collaborated with external agencies for additional student support services when necessary.
Education
GCSEs -
Tile Hill College Of Further Education
Coventry
1992.09 - 1993.07
COPE -
ASDAN
Coventry
2006.06 - 2006.06
Cope Level 1 & 2 -
ASDAN
Coventry
2007.05 - 2007.05
Key Steps -
ASDAN
Coventry
2007.07 - 2007.07
Employability -
ASDAN
Coventry
2010.06 - 2010.06
Personal Social Development Entry 1,2,3 -
ASDAN
Coventry
2010.06 - 2010.06
7307/02 Certificate in Teaching Adult Learners -
City College- Tile Hill
Coventry
2002.04 - 2002.04
Safeguarding Leader Level 3 trained -
Woodfield School
Coventry
2015.01 - 2020.09
LAC/PEP CO-Ordinator- Key Stage 4 Pupils -
Woodfield School
2007.09 - 2020.09
Skills
Teaching aptitude
Learner assessment
Child development expertise
Inclusive education
Subject matter proficiency
Child protection knowledge
Ofsted standards familiarity
Parent-teacher mediation
Youth program development
Cross-cultural awareness
Timetable coordination
Pastoral care support
Budget oversight
First aid certification
Special educational needs knowledge
Educational leadership skills
Lesson design and planning
Performance evaluation strategies
Interactive teaching methods
Affiliations
I enjoying crafting and making items out of used bottles and items, i enjoy reading factual books about life journeys., I also like walking and spending time with my grand children.
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC