Roz McKee
Maidenhead
Summary
Experienced professional with focus on supporting and enhancing student learning in educational settings. Capable of fostering positive and inclusive classroom environment through strong communication and collaborative skills. Adept at adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs and enhance academic achievement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work history
Higher level teaching assistant
Claires Court Juniors
Maidenhead, Berkshire
2016.09 - Current
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
- Facilitated small group sessions to enhance students' understanding of core subjects.
- Implemented tailored learning strategies to accommodate diverse student needs effectively.
- Assisted teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Provided pastoral care to students, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.
- Reinforced positive behaviour with consistent classroom management techniques.
- Contributed towards assessment marking; reducing workload for class teachers.
- Prepared teaching resources and materials for effective lessons.
Primary school special needs teacher
Manor Green School
Maidenhead, Berkshire
2015.09 - 2016.07
- Developed individualised education programmes tailored to meet unique learning needs of students.
- Implemented behaviour management strategies to foster positive learning environments and enhance student engagement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Designed and delivered interactive lessons that promoted social skills and emotional development among students.
- Monitored and evaluated student performance to inform future teaching strategies and interventions.
- Created a safe, supportive environment by establishing clear classroom rules.
- Collaborated with parents and therapists to enhance student progress.
- Assisted students with daily routines to foster independence.
- Dealt sensitively with parents' concerns, offering reassurance and practical advice.
- Maintained calmness during challenging situations, ensuring a stable learning environment.
Reception Class Teacher
Edward Wilson Primary School
London
2002.09 - 2005.01
- Developed engaging lesson plans that promoted curiosity and creativity in young learners.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment that encouraged positive behaviour and social skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum delivery and share best teaching practices.
- Implemented assessment strategies to monitor student progress and tailor individual learning experiences.
- Organised parent-teacher meetings to discuss student development and address any concerns.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated with educational trends and practices.
- Bolstered language and communication skills through interactive storytelling sessions.
- Developed special programmes for children with learning difficulties resulting in enhanced performance levels.
- Built strong rapport with students using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enhanced children's physical development with regular outdoor activities.
- Demonstrated exceptional classroom management skills for smooth daily operations.
Education
Master of Science - Primary School Education
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NYBachelor of Arts - English/Communications
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Artistic creativity
- Social emotional learning
- Early years knowledge
- Multicultural education awareness
- Phonics instruction
- Teaching autonomy
- Literacy promotion
- Pupil engagement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Pupil assessment evaluation
- Dyslexia training
- Literacy instruction
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Lesson planning
- Numeracy teaching
- Child first aid
- SEN expertise
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Child safeguarding
- English language and literature
- Student record keeping
- Teaching material development
- Student behaviour management
- First Aid certification
- Personalised learning strategies
- Special education support