Valerie Parker

• Prepared and delivered lessons in a variety of subjects: English for Speakers of Other Languages (Entry Level 1 to Level 1); Functional Skills Maths (Entry Level 1 to Level 1), Functional Skills English (Entry 1 to Level 2); Functional Skills ICT (Entry 1 to Entry 3).
• Varied teaching strategies, catering to educational needs of young adults (ESOL 16 -18) and mature students (19+ in and out Dudley College: Amazon and community).
• Taught online classes to groups and individuals using Teams and Nearpod to upload learning materials and assess students' work.
• Administered examinations, assessed results and issued fair grades. (ESOL exams, Pearson Edexcel Maths, ICT and English)
• Provided feedback on student work, improved academic performance through booster sessions and interventions.
• Monitored students' progress against educational targets, implementing positive interventions.
• Followed safeguarding principles to maximise student health and wellbeing.
• Collaborated with other lecturers to share best practices in teaching methodologies.
• Designed exams, assessments and course content for Edexcel ICT Entry 1 & Entry 2 levels and City and Guild Level 1 Bookkeeping for ESOL learners.
• Reviewed and revised curriculum regularly, maintained course relevance (e.g. Trinity College ESOL and ESB board training).
• Participated actively in faculty training programmes to enhance teaching skills (Natecla Conference, Trinity College & ESB Training).
• Monitored emerging trends and technologies in subject field to innovate teaching and learning practices (ChatGPT, Copilot, Gamma, Canva, etc)

• Planned and delivered lessons successfully in a wide range of subjects (English, Maths, History, Geography, PE, Sciences, Design and Technology, Art, etc).
• Implemented the delivery of Modern Foreign Languages to all Key Stage 2 pupils (Year 3 to Year 6)
• Planned, resources, delivered and assessed all KS2 pupils in French.
• Supported and mentored colleagues in their understanding and delivery of English grammar throughout the school.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet pupils' varying needs, abilities and interests.
• Assessed pupils regularly in many subjects, recorded results effectively and used them to inform planning and teaching.
• Worked with other teachers and the senior leaders to implement, evaluate and revise primary school programmes and schemes of work.
• Drafted lesson plans and submitted them for review and feedback in a timely manner.
• Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
• Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training workshops.
• Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
• Met regularly with senior leaders, parents/guardians to discuss children's progress.
• Enforced the school's student discipline code to deal with problem situations.

• Taught a wide range of ages (nursery to GCSE and A-level) and abilities.
• Developed effective classroom management strategies.
• Adapted teaching methods to meet students' age and abilities
• Developed ability to adapt to situations quickly and effectively.
• Experienced a wide range of subjects

Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.

• Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
• Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
• Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximise learning.
• Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
• Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Communicated with peers, colleagues, head of departments and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
• Created lesson plans in line with schemes of work and students needs.
• Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
• As form tutor, supported students effectively with various problems.

• Planned, evaluated and revised course content and course materials.
• Demonstrated a continued commitment to undergraduate teaching through full participation in the university community.
• Developed and delivered engaging lectures to students during tutorials.
• Advised and mentored students with their coursework and studies.
• Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored feedback/lessons accordingly.
• Proofread and evaluated students' writing and gave feedback.

• Facilitated organised record retrieval and access by maintaining filing system for both staff and students.
• Managed and updated relevant resources and information.
• Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
• Maintained a clean working environment, including waiting area.
• Assisted senior staff with organising booking and use of the facilities.

• Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Created engaging and dynamic lessons with an emphasis on improving students' written and verbal communication skills.
• Created lesson plans in line with state curriculum and school curriculum standards.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
• Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
• Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by school policies and administrative regulations.
• Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching goals.
• Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximise learning.
• Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored lessons accordingly.
• Developed, administered and graded tests in order to evaluate students' progress.
• Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
• Pursued professional development activities to broaden and deepen knowledge of content and teaching skills.
• Encouraged students to persevere with challenging tasks.

• Supported lecturers during French GCSE and A-Levels classes.
• Taught small and large groups of students independently.
• Led class instruction in French when lecturer was absent.
• Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
• Created an interactive classroom atmosphere to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.
• Selected textbooks, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Acted as a positive role model for students and colleagues.