Rosie McKenna
Summary
Dedicated Primary Teacher with three years' experience in delivering engaging lessons in KS2. In my career, I have built strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues, while fostering an inclusive classroom environment where all children feel safe and supported. My key strengths include supporting pupils with SEND, utilising assessment data to inform planning and drive student progress, and establishing clear classroom routines and behaviour expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Class Teacher
James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for Deaf Children
09.2023 - Current
- Planned and delivered engaging, appropriately challenging lessons across the primary curriculum, adapting provision in response to pupil need and progress.
- Taught Year 5 and Year 3 pupils, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged student engagement and progress.
- Used assessment information and pupil data to identify gaps in learning, track progress and make targeted changes to planning, teaching and classroom practice.
- Worked particularly effectively with pupils with SEND and challenging behaviour by utilising targeted strategies including focused support, clear instructions, scaffolding, checklists and opportunities for self-regulation.
- Built strong relationships with pupils, establishing consistent routines and clear expectations that supported a calm, purposeful and positive classroom environment.
- Established and reinforced clear classroom routines for transitions, independent work, and group activities, enhancing behaviour and focus among pupils.
- Developed positive and professional relationships with parents and carers, communicating effectively about pupils' learning, progress, needs and successes.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues and welcomed feedback as part of ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
- Engaged in wider school life and professional development, actively contributing to school events and collaborating in staff training sessions.
- Successfully completed Early Career Teacher training programme
PGCE Placement: Year 5
James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for Deaf Children
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered comprehensive lessons from planning to assessment across diverse subjects, contributing to effective medium-term planning.
- Completed second placement for PGCE, gaining practical teaching experience in a classroom setting.
- Cultivated strong relationships with staff and pupils, engaging in professional development through English moderation and observation at the Centre for Deaf Children.
PGCE Placement: Year 2
John Ball Primary School
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Planned and taught independently, developing pedagogy and classroom management skills while building positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.
- Collaborated with SENDCo to identify children with additional needs and developed tailored support strategies.
- Engaged in CPD on dyslexia and greater-depth writing, contributing to school events to enhance educational practices.
- Completed initial teacher training placement
Copywriter
Early Morning Media
10.2019 - 08.2022
- Crafted bespoke news summaries for major law firms, public bodies and educational organisations, ensuring clarity and engagement for diverse audiences under tight deadlines.
Sales Associate
The Gap
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service, maintaining store presentation and stock levels according to company standards while supporting daily operations.
Copywriter
Kantar Media
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Produced bespoke news summaries for finance-sector clients, enhancing communication of key financial insights. Led team in India to train local workforce, creating resources and delivering classroom-based training to groups of up to 50 adults while monitoring progress and providing feedback.
Education
ECT -
University College London (UCL)
01-2023
PGCE Primary with QTS -
Goldsmiths, University of London
01-2023
BA - Journalism and Creative Writing
Middlesex University
01-2014
BTEC - Film, Television and Radio Production
Amersham College
Skills
- Curriculum and lesson planning
- Assessment and data-informed teaching
- SEND and inclusive practice
- Adaptive teaching
- Positive behaviour management
- Classroom routines
- Digital technology
- Parent/carer communication
- Reflective practice and collaboration
- Relationship building
Additional Education Experience
- Halstow Primary School, Voluntary Teaching Assistant, 2018-10, 2018-12, Supported class teaching, classroom management and displays; worked with small groups across a range of subjects and supported school activities including swimming lessons.
- Richmond Park Academy, Voluntary Teaching Assistant / Film Club Lead, 2013-02, 2013-04, Designed and delivered a filmmaking course for Year 9 and 10 pupils, including planning resources, teaching creative and technical skills, coordinating a filming experience and supporting pupils through editing and presentation.
Professional Development & Training
- NCTEM Maths professional development, strengthening subject knowledge and approaches to effective mathematics teaching.
- IPad technology in the classroom, developing confidence in using digital technology to support teaching, learning and pupil engagement.
- ECT professional development and training through UCL.
- SEND-focused training and professional learning, including experience relating to dyslexia, additional needs and inclusive classroom practice.
- English moderation and wider school-based professional development during teaching placements.
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Class Teacher
James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for Deaf Children
09.2023 - Current
PGCE Placement: Year 5
James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for Deaf Children
04.2023 - 07.2023
PGCE Placement: Year 2
John Ball Primary School
10.2022 - 01.2023
Copywriter
Early Morning Media
10.2019 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
The Gap
10.2018 - 10.2019
Copywriter
Kantar Media
09.2014 - 08.2018
ECT -
University College London (UCL)
PGCE Primary with QTS -
Goldsmiths, University of London
BA - Journalism and Creative Writing
Middlesex University
BTEC - Film, Television and Radio Production
Amersham College