Olivia Catherine Knowles
Sunderland ,Tyne and Wear
Summary
Inspiring Early Career Teacher
providing exceptional levels of education, support and safeguarding for all pupils. Adept in improving engagement and results through engaging and creative lessons. Passionate in the pursuit of positive pupil outcomes. I have a proven ability to create a positive and imaginative learning environment for all pupils. As a committed and hardworking individual, I pride myself on the positive relationships I have with the children I teach. I have been recognised for my work in enhancing children’s learning experience and enabling pupils of all ages to get the most of their time in primary school.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Year One Class Teacher
Academy 360
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
09.2022 - Current
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Provided reading instruction to special needs students.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student engagement.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Academy 360
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Organised and distributed learning materials, ensuring students received relevant homework, textbooks and classroom supplies.
- Tutored students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts from core subjects.
- Boosted academic achievement of special needs students through compassionate, considered individual tutoring.
- Supervised students in wider school environments, offering reliable dining room, library and playground support.
- Prepared positive, productive learning environments with engaging wall displays and effective resources.
- Established effective classroom routines by providing high-quality practical support to teaching staff.
- Oversaw students during recess and lunch breaks to maintain safe environment.
- Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades.
Class Teacher
Marsden Primary School
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
Teaching Assistant In Primary School
Marsden Primary School
Sunderland , Tyne and Wear
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed and maintained positive, impactful relationships with students, facilitating improved learning outcomes.
- Offered support to special needs students, guaranteeing safety and access to equitable learning.
- Assisted with planning and preparing lessons, evaluating and adjusting teachings to suit student age and capability.
- Invigilated tests and exams with excellent planning and procedural knowledge.
- Supervised pupils during lunchtimes and educational visits.
- Utilised expert behaviour management techniques to carefully manage disruptive classroom conduct.
- Used curriculum with life-based approach.
- Managed challenging child behaviour, running interventions to raise concerns and recommend appropriate action.
- Monitored special group events and off-site field trips, guaranteeing pupil safety.
- Created and distributed instructional materials for group and one-on-one use.
- Provided friendly, enthusiastic support to pupils in individual and group support settings.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
Student Teacher
University of Sunderland
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Established classroom rules and standards of behaviours.
- Instructed groups of students and directly mentored individuals in classroom setting.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Helped students prepare for standardised tests and reviewed results against objectives after completion.
- Planned and escorted educational visits, supervising [Number] students.
- Implemented tracking tools to evaluate academic successes and areas in need of improvement.
- Developed creative, varied curriculum to meet diverse student needs.
- Supported SEND students by differentiating lesson content and delivery.
- Balanced university-based study alongside weekly teaching duties.
- Gained exposure to different school settings and teaching roles.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Created lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Stimulated critical thinking through effective questioning.
Education
PGCE Primary Education - Education
University of Sunderland
Sunderland 09.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
University of Sunderland
Sunderland 09.2016 - 07.2019
A-Levels -
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
Sunderland 09.2014 - 07.2016
GCSEs -
Argyle House School
Sunderland 05.2014 - 07.2014
Skills
- Child safeguarding
- Curriculum development
- Creative lesson planning
- Student-centred learning
- Lesson planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Positive learning environment
- Self-motivated
- Outstanding social skills
- Creative learning strategies
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Year One Class Teacher
Academy 360
09.2022 - Current
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Academy 360
09.2021 - 07.2022
Class Teacher
Marsden Primary School
05.2021 - 07.2021
Teaching Assistant In Primary School
Marsden Primary School
09.2020 - 05.2021
Student Teacher
University of Sunderland
09.2019 - 07.2020
PGCE Primary Education - Education
University of Sunderland
09.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
University of Sunderland
09.2016 - 07.2019
A-Levels -
St Anthony's Girls' Catholic Academy
09.2014 - 07.2016
GCSEs -
Argyle House School
05.2014 - 07.2014
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