Susannah McKay
Ashtead
Summary
Experienced educator with relevant administrative expertise and IT proficiency seeks inspiring new opportunity. Demonstrates exceptional organisational and time-management skills in fast-paced settings. Successful in communicating complex concepts clearly and effectively, with an excellent eye for detail. Friendly and direct communication style. Able to negotiate workplace intricacies with maturity and empathy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher of Science
Moon Hall School
Reigate
2021.09 - 2025.12
- Taught all sciences from Year 3-9
- Specialist dyslexic school: resources had to be adapted to suit needs of pupils
- Junior Science Coordinator: Developed, implemented and monitored Junior Science schemes of work
- Implemented classroom management strategies for effective discipline and control.
- Participated actively in departmental meetings, contributing ideas for curriculum improvements and sharing best practices with colleagues.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that respected diversity and promoted mutual respect amongst students.
- Developed differentiated methods to cater for varying student needs and abilities.
- Used technology effectively to enhance learning for dyslexic pupils
Teacher of Science
King's College School
Wimbledon
2014.07 - 2016.01
- Taught all sciences from Year 5-8
- Ran lunchtime science club
- Year 5 form tutor
- Organised field trip and associated logistics
- Facilitated learning with hands-on activities.
- Prepared engaging lesson plans for effective teaching.
- Participated actively in departmental meetings, contributing ideas for curriculum improvements and sharing best practices with colleagues.
Teacher of Science
Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
2011.07 - 2014.07
- All sciences taught from Year 7-11, and Chemistry to Year 13
- Ran science club for Year 7
- Year 7-9 form tutor
- Implemented classroom management strategies for effective discipline and control.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with clear behaviour expectations
- Participated actively in departmental meetings, contributing ideas for curriculum improvements and sharing best practices with colleagues.
Communication and Events Coordinator
Media Trust
London
2007.05 - 2008.10
- Coordinated a number of events with high profile speakers and guests including MPs, television celebrities, and media and charity heads.
- Liaised with vendors, securing competitive rates for event services.
- Collaborated with marketing team on promotional campaigns for special events
- Reviewed budget and cost estimates to monitor expenditures
- Oversaw correspondence to attendees including invitations and follow-up emails
- Youth Media administrator:
- Organised client meetings, prepared agendas and took detailed minutes.
- Wrote professional letters and emails for business communication.
- Handled confidential information discreetly
- Served as a point of contact for team members; promoted open communication.
- Assisted in project management; achieved timely completion of tasks.
- Handled email correspondence promptly
Business Development Executive
Virgin Media
London
2005.05 - 2007.05
- Account managed a profile of approximately 100 airtime campaigns each month
- Liaised with clients and operations to ensure airtime campaigns were delivered according to budget.
- Forecasted, analysed and presented weekly sales figures to team.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, catering to individual needs and preferences.
Project Administrator
Children 1st
West Lothian
2004.01 - 2005.01
- Administrator for office of fourteen staff
- Scheduled meetings, took minutes and disseminated pertinent information afterwards
- Facilitated communication within th team to encourage collaboration.
- Served as a point of contact for team members; promoted open communication.
- Assisted in creation of marketing strategies
Education
PGCE Science - Chemistry
London Metropolitan University
London 2009.01 - 2011.01
Master of Arts -
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2000.01 - 2004.01
A-Levels - Economics (A), Biology (B) and Chemistry (B)
Bradfield College
Berkshire 1997.01 - 1999.01
GCSEs -
Ibstock Place
London 1995.01 - 1997.01
Skills
- Administrative expertise
- Advanced IT proficiency
- Correspondence drafting
- Agenda preparation
- Meeting minutes
- Multitasking ability
- Deadline management
- Initiative and prioritization
- Organizational skills
- Special education needs experience
- Scientific curiosity
Custom Section
Organising trips and associated logistics, Preparing and photocopying resources for lessons, Recording pupil attainment, homework and behaviour, Ordering supplies, arranging meetings, managing invoices, Being a PA to the team leader, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Created teaching resources using PowerPoint and Word, Used Teams for setting and marking student work, Used Excel for recording student attainment data, Drafting succinct correspondence tailored to the audience, Writing to parents with sensitivity, Drafting correspondence for important stakeholders, Preparing agendas and paperwork, Taking minutes for meetings, Multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks, Keeping an organized planner and 'to do' list, Participated in regular pastoral conversations requiring confidentiality around pupil matters., Dealing with colleagues at all levels, Maintaining professionalism and friendliness, Excellent attention to detail, especially in marking pupil work.
References
- Sarah Barber-Khan, Head of Science, Moon Hall School, Flanchford Road, Reigate, RH, 2 8RE, 01306 611 372, KhanS@moonhall.co.uk
- Michelle Catterson, Executive Headteacher, Moon Hall School, Flanchford Road, Reigate, RH, 2 8RE, 01306 611 372, CattersonM@moonhall.co.uk
Timeline
Teacher of Science
Moon Hall School
2021.09 - 2025.12
Teacher of Science
King's College School
2014.07 - 2016.01
Teacher of Science
Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
2011.07 - 2014.07
PGCE Science - Chemistry
London Metropolitan University
2009.01 - 2011.01
Communication and Events Coordinator
Media Trust
2007.05 - 2008.10
Business Development Executive
Virgin Media
2005.05 - 2007.05
Project Administrator
Children 1st
2004.01 - 2005.01
Master of Arts -
University of Edinburgh
2000.01 - 2004.01
A-Levels - Economics (A), Biology (B) and Chemistry (B)
Bradfield College
1997.01 - 1999.01
GCSEs -
Ibstock Place
1995.01 - 1997.01