Sara Davies
Caernarfon,Gwynedd
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in special education techniques and a strong focus on pupil motivation and differentiated instruction. Proficient in educational technology use and school software navigation, enhancing learning experiences through innovative teaching methods. Skilled in lesson planning and effectively supporting Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students, fostering a collaborative environment with parents to ensure student success. Committed to continuous professional development with a goal of advancing inclusive education practices.
Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Qualified Teacher of Vision Impairment (QTVI)
Cyngor Gwynedd
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
2017.01 - Current
- Organised meetings with schools and parents to discuss pupil‘s progress.
- Taught specialist skills such as Braille, IT skills to the pupils.
- Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with other specialists such as health workers, Guide Dogs Habilitation Officers, RNIB officers to develop new skills and enhance the pupils’ independence skills.
- Attended professional development sessions to stay updates with latest specialist teaching techniques and IT development.
Special Needs Teacher
Cyngor Môn
Llangefni, Anglesey
2016.09 - 2017.01
- Fostered emotional growth through empathy and understanding teaching methods.
- Utilised special equipment for improved classroom accessibility.
- Improved students' social skills through targeted group activities.
- Created a safe, supportive environment by establishing clear classroom rules.
- Used assistive technology to facilitate communication for non-verbal students.
Special Needs Co-ordinator
Cyngor Gwynedd
Llanrug, Gwynedd
2008.09 - 2016.08
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
Deputy Headteacher
Cyngor Gwynedd
Cricieth, Gwynedd
2002.01 - 2008.08
- Monitored lesson planning, assuring adherence to curriculum guidelines.
- Facilitated inter-departmental collaboration for a unified educational approach.
- Led staff meetings to improve team cohesion and collaboration.
- Implemented safeguarding policies, ensuring pupil safety at all times.
- Liaised with governing bodies, strengthening school's external relations.
- Increased parent engagement by organising regular communication channels and meetings.
- Evaluated teachers' performance for quality assurance and improvement.
- Streamlined administrative processes to boost efficiency.
- Developed curriculum for improved student performance.
- Deputised in head teacher's absence to lead high-achieving teaching staff.
- Assisted head teacher in annual budget planning and monitoring.
Class Teacher
Cyngor Gwynedd
Porthmadog, Gwynedd
1997.09 - 2001.12
- Adapted teaching methods for diverse student needs and abilities.
- Realised improvement in behaviour management by implementing consistent rules and consequences.
- Incorporated hands-on activities into daily lessons to boost comprehension levels.
- Guided students through successful completion of class assignments and projects.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Updated course materials, content and delivery.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Qualified Teacher of Vision Impairment (QTVI)
University of Birmingham
Birmingham 01/2017 - 06/2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)
Bangor University
Bangor 09/1995 - 08/1996
Bachelor of Arts - French and Management Science
Keele University
Keele 09/1991 - 06/1995
Skills
- Special education techniques
- Pupil motivation
- Educational technology use
- School software navigation
- Learning styles application
- Teaching innovation
- Training and Development
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Interpersonal skills
- Effectively work with parents
- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) student support
- Parent and student communication
- Computer proficient
- Flexible and adaptive
- Effective listening
Affiliations
- Walking
- Reading
- Listening to live music
Languages
English
Fluent
Welsh
Native
French
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Qualified Teacher of Vision Impairment (QTVI)
Cyngor Gwynedd
2017.01 - Current
Special Needs Teacher
Cyngor Môn
2016.09 - 2017.01
Special Needs Co-ordinator
Cyngor Gwynedd
2008.09 - 2016.08
Deputy Headteacher
Cyngor Gwynedd
2002.01 - 2008.08
Class Teacher
Cyngor Gwynedd
1997.09 - 2001.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Qualified Teacher of Vision Impairment (QTVI)
University of Birmingham
01/2017 - 06/2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Post Graduate Certificate of Education (PGCE)
Bangor University
09/1995 - 08/1996
Bachelor of Arts - French and Management Science
Keele University
09/1991 - 06/1995