Sharon James
Enfield,Middlesex
Summary
Enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant with knack for fostering inclusive and engaging classroom environments. Developed tailored learning plans that significantly boosted pupil engagement and academic performance. Recognised for enhancing collaborative efforts between teachers and students, leading to improved classroom dynamics and educational outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Food technology teacher
Oasis Academy
Ponders End, Middlesex
09.2022 - Current
- Implemented hands-on cooking demonstrations to increase student engagement.
- Demonstrated techniques to students, showing correct methods and safe approaches for different actions.
- Taught pupils about health and safety in the kitchen to minimise accidents.
- Educated students on safety requirements and enforced rules to ensure a safe kitchen environment.
- Engaged students through interactive lessons, enhancing their enthusiasm for food technology.
- Led after-school cooking club activities, fostering a deeper appreciation for culinary skills.
Higher level teaching assistant
Oasis Academy
Ponders End, Middlesex
09.2014 - Current
- Promoted academic achievement through one-on-one support for struggling pupils.
- Facilitated independent learning through structured study guidance, enabling pupils to take ownership of their academic progress.
- Reinforced positive behaviour with consistent classroom management techniques.
- Provided pastoral care to students, fostering a safe and supportive school environment.
- Cultivated close working relationships with students, teaching staff and parents.
- Worked closely with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding pupil progress.
- Attended parent-teacher meetings providing additional insight into individual pupil performance.
- Supported assessment marking, alleviating workload for class teachers and ensuring timely feedback for students.
- Participated in teacher training sessions to keep abreast of educational trends and strategies.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities that enriched student experiences and fostered community engagement.
Education
GCSEs - Maths
The College of Haringey, Enfield & North London
London 09.2012 - 06.2013
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Education
Teaching Agency
London 01.2012 - 07.2012
Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Education
CACHE
London 09.2008 - 02.2009
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Education
CACHE
London 09.2006 - 07.2007
GCSEs - English
East Warwickshire College
Rugby, Warwickshire 09.1990 - 06.1991
Skills
- Family engagement
- Cultural awareness
- Student engagement
- Food safety training
- Recipe development
- Student support
- Curriculum design
- Nutritional education
- Kitchen safety protocols
- Peer support
- Cultural awareness
- Collaborative team member
- Verbal communication
Affiliations
- Music, travelling, cooking, sports, crochet
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Food technology teacher
Oasis Academy
09.2022 - Current
Higher level teaching assistant
Oasis Academy
09.2014 - Current
GCSEs - Maths
The College of Haringey, Enfield & North London
09.2012 - 06.2013
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Education
Teaching Agency
01.2012 - 07.2012
Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Education
CACHE
09.2008 - 02.2009
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Education
CACHE
09.2006 - 07.2007
GCSEs - English
East Warwickshire College
09.1990 - 06.1991