Years of professional experience in education
Philippa Vigo di Gallidoro
Lincoln,United Kingdom
Summary
I'm an experienced educator who passionately believes in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. I'm skilled at tailoring lesson plans to cater for diverse student needs, to ensure the learning objectives are accessible to all and positive behavioural outcomes are achieved. I incorporate innovative teaching methods and collaborative techniques to inspire and support pupils in developing their academic abilities and personal development and ultimately, to encourage a love of learning.
Overview
28
28
22
22
Years teaching music
Work history
Primary class teacher
St Michael's VA Junior School
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2022 - 04.2025
- Adapted teaching strategies for children with special needs, to address individual requirements.
- Integrated creative strategies to enhance classroom engagement through games and teamwork.
- Established behavioural expectations and managed discipline in accordance with school policies.
- Organised school events and activities, promoting community involvement and student participation.
- Worked closely with colleagues for collaborative planning and resource sharing.
- Evaluated own teaching critically to identify weak areas and make improvements.
Higher level teaching assistant
St Michael's VA Junior School
Norwich, Norfolk
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Reinforced positive behaviour with consistent classroom management techniques.
- Assisted teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Supervised students to maintain adherence with health and safety requirements, inside and outside classroom environments.
- Provided safe, stimulating classroom environments to maximise student engagement and attainment.
- Collaborated with teachers to plan and coordinate lesson activities, enhancing curriculum delivery.
Remote Learning Coach
St Michael's VA Junior School
Norwich, Norfolk
02.2021 - 08.2021
- To provide online learning support to pupils isolating at home due to COVID, including daily English language and RWInc sessions.
- To ensure safeguarding of pupils who are isolating due to COVID.
- To help maintain wellbeing of pupils isolating due to COVID.
- To work closely with colleagues to ensure appropriate support was given which met the individual needs of pupils.
Waitressing and front of house
The Bure River Cottage Restaurant
Horning, Norfolk
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Working efficiently as part of a team to ensure customer satisfaction - greeting customers, waiting tables, preparing bills, taking payments and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Pupil Specific key worker
Wymondham Collage
Wymondham, Norfolk
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Provided one to one learning support for a blind Yr9 pupil with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
Cover supervisor secondary school
The Bishop's Stortford High School
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivering pre-prepared lessons in all subjects across the school, as required.
Company director and Workshop Leader
World Music Workshops East
Newport, Essex
07.2013 - 11.2015
- Directed, designed and facilitated engaging 'hands on' instrumental world music workshops in schools throughout the Eastern Counties.
Workshop Leader & Assistant
World Music Workshops
Worthing, West Sussex
12.2011 - 07.2013
- Provided workshop support to the company director during large events, including CPD opportunities for teachers.
- Delivered 'hands on' world music workshops to primary schools throughout Surrey, Sussex and Kent.
Cover supervisor secondary school
The Bishop's Stortford High School
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Delivering pre-prepared lessons in all subjects across the school, as required.
- Devised and delivered a maths and music programme to local primary schools as part of TBSHS outreach programme.
Music Teacher & TA
Roydon Primary School
Roydon, Essex
07.2005 - 12.2008
- Taught music curriculum across KS1&2
- Co-ordinated Wider Opportunity Scheme for the school
- Facilitated staff & pupil choirs, music assemblies, MD for school performances, samba band and instrumental practice support.
Life Skills and Music Tutor
Hertfordshire Regional College
Broxbourne, Hertfordshire
09.2003 - 07.2005
- Run weekly music and life skills workshops for Post16 special needs students.
Music Workshop Leader
Youth CREATE
Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
01.1998 - 12.2004
- Designed and delivered music workshops for 4-14yr olds, centred around termly topics, for a community youth theatre.
Workshop Leader and Assistant
Musical Bumps
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
09.1997 - 03.2000
- Provided pre-school music & movement workshops for parents and toddlers (6mths-3yrs)
Administrative Officer
HM Collector of Taxes
Lowestoft, Suffolk
09.1984 - 03.1993
- Facilitated the collection of tax.
Education
PGCE with QTS - Primary Education
University of Suffolk
Ipswich 09.2019 - 07.2020
GCSE - Maths
Harlow College
Harlow 09.2006 - 06.2007
BA (Hons) - Unnamed - includes Humanities, Psychology & Music
The Open University
Milton Keynes 02.1997 - 10.2001
Diploma of Higher Education - Music
The Open University
Milton Keynes 02.1999 - 10.2000
GCSEs - Biology, English, Sociology, Music, Controlled Technology (Physics), Chemistry
Kirkley High School
Lowestoft, Suffolk 09.1981 - 07.1984
Skills
- Extensive teaching experience inside and outside of mainstream education
- Effective behaviour management techniques and able to form strong professional relationships with staff and pupils
- Reliable and dedicated team player
- Conscientious and hardworking
- Good curriculum knowledge, pedagogy and educational creativity
- Resourceful, practical and a good problem solver
- Competent computer & technology skills
Timeline
Primary class teacher
St Michael's VA Junior School
09.2022 - 04.2025
Higher level teaching assistant
St Michael's VA Junior School
09.2021 - 08.2022
Remote Learning Coach
St Michael's VA Junior School
02.2021 - 08.2021
PGCE with QTS - Primary Education
University of Suffolk
09.2019 - 07.2020
Waitressing and front of house
The Bure River Cottage Restaurant
02.2018 - 09.2019
Pupil Specific key worker
Wymondham Collage
09.2016 - 08.2017
Cover supervisor secondary school
The Bishop's Stortford High School
11.2015 - 08.2016
Company director and Workshop Leader
World Music Workshops East
07.2013 - 11.2015
Workshop Leader & Assistant
World Music Workshops
12.2011 - 07.2013
Cover supervisor secondary school
The Bishop's Stortford High School
01.2009 - 12.2011
GCSE - Maths
Harlow College
09.2006 - 06.2007
Music Teacher & TA
Roydon Primary School
07.2005 - 12.2008
Life Skills and Music Tutor
Hertfordshire Regional College
09.2003 - 07.2005
Diploma of Higher Education - Music
The Open University
02.1999 - 10.2000
Music Workshop Leader
Youth CREATE
01.1998 - 12.2004
Workshop Leader and Assistant
Musical Bumps
09.1997 - 03.2000
BA (Hons) - Unnamed - includes Humanities, Psychology & Music
The Open University
02.1997 - 10.2001
Administrative Officer
HM Collector of Taxes
09.1984 - 03.1993
GCSEs - Biology, English, Sociology, Music, Controlled Technology (Physics), Chemistry
Kirkley High School
09.1981 - 07.1984
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