Philomena Dwyer
Leeds,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly organised professional with strong interpersonal communication skills and extensive academic expertise across various settings. Skilled in educational programme implementation, student assessment techniques, and creativity in teaching. Demonstrates proficiency in IT literacy, subject-specific knowledge, and feedback delivery. Career goals include advancing educational methodologies and contributing to academic excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Family Learning Tutor
Luminate Education Group
Leeds, West Yorshire
2022.09 - Current
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Designed engaging coursework materials to stimulate intellectual curiosity.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising interactive teaching methods.
- Assessed student progress regularly, implementing tailored strategies for improvement.
- Simplified complex topics using practical examples and analogies in teaching approach.
- Utilised technology in sessions, making learning more engaging and efficient.
- Provided constructive feedback for each tutoring session to evaluate student performance and determine future needs.
- Maximised student retention by providing stimulating learning experiences tailored to individual needs.
Classroom Teacher
CRANLEIGH International School
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2019.04 - 2022.07
- Prepared and delivered detailed lesson to meet curriculum requirements.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address and action diverse student learning needs
- Participated actively in staff development programmes, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of educational trends and practices.
- Participated in Parent Teacher Association meetings regularly; fostered strong relationships within school community.
English Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION UAE
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
2018.09 - 2022.02
- Created lesson plans in line with UAE curriculum.
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
Primary School Teacher
CALVERLEY PARKSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Leeds
2015.09 - 2018.07
- Guided students through challenging coursework, boosting their confidence.
- Implemented school policies effectively, maintaining discipline within the class.
- Undertook parent-teacher meetings to provide feedback on student progress.
English Teacher
BAANTORFUN
Bangkok
2009.04 - 2014.05
- Planning and delivery of English Curriculum to range of young learners
- Curriculum development in line with school expectations
- Assessment recording and reporting of pupil progress
Education
Master of Arts - Literary Linguistics with Distinction
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
2019.02 - 2021.06
PGCE Primary Education - Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Education
LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY
2014.09 - 2015.07
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in English with First Class Honours
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
London United Kingdom 2010.09 - 2014.07
Skills
- Highly Organised
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Academic Expertise
- Highly IT literate
- Subject specific expertise
- Feedback delivery
- Educational programme implementation
- Student assessment techniques
- Creativity in teaching
- Online tutoring tools mastery
- Teaching material design
- Learning styles adaptability
- Use of interactive whiteboards
- Lesson planning
Affiliations
- Yoga, cycling, traveling
Certification
CELTA
Google Educator Level 1
Accomplishments
2023 Enhancement of Student Experience Award
Timeline
Family Learning Tutor
Luminate Education Group
2022.09 - Current
Classroom Teacher
CRANLEIGH International School
2019.04 - 2022.07
Master of Arts - Literary Linguistics with Distinction
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM
2019.02 - 2021.06
English Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION UAE
2018.09 - 2022.02
Primary School Teacher
CALVERLEY PARKSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL
2015.09 - 2018.07
PGCE Primary Education - Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Education
LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY
2014.09 - 2015.07
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts in English with First Class Honours
UNIVERSITY OF LONDON
2010.09 - 2014.07
English Teacher
BAANTORFUN
2009.04 - 2014.05