Victoria Thornborrow
Chesham,Bucks
Summary
As an enthusiastic Primary School Teacher, my commitment lies in nurturing creativity and supporting children to thrive academically and personally. I am dedicated to creating engaging lessons that inspire young minds and I excel in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, leading to increased participation and lots of fun.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Teacher in a primary school
Chesham Preparatory School
Chesham, Bucks
2015.09 - Current
- Completed extensive training to learn new and better ways to teach the children in each cohort.
- Make homework assignments fun and interesting and child friendly to encourage independent learning.
- Work with the children and teachers to review and improve school programs eg pupil voice.
- Lead a creative curriculum to maximise children's interests and needs.
- Organise my classroom to make learning enjoyable and effective for all.
- Encourage physical, mental, and social growth with fun games and outdoor activities.
- Identify SEN and gifted students to provide access to extra resources and services.
- Plan and present lessons to accomodate varying needs and abilities.
Teacher in a primary school
Victoria School
Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
2014.09 - 2015.07
Teacher in a primary school
St Bartholomews C of E School
Wiggington, Hertfordshire
2011.09 - 2013.12
Education
Diploma - Cognitive Hypnotherapy
The Quest Institute
London 2023.06 - 2025.01
Post Graduate Certification - Education
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 1999.09 - 2000.07
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth 1991.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Geography, English, French
Hemel Hempstead School
Hertfordshire 1983.09 - 1990.07
Skills
- Active listening
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Interpersonal communication
- Differentiated teaching
- Group and individual instruction
- Learner assessment
- Educational psychology
- Classroom engagement techniques
Affiliations
- I keep myself fit by swimming, cycling and walking my 3 dogs. I'm an avid reader and belong to 2 book clubs. I practise yoga and pilates which keeps my mind calm and focused.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diploma - Cognitive Hypnotherapy
The Quest Institute
2023.06 - 2025.01
Teacher in a primary school
Chesham Preparatory School
2015.09 - Current
Teacher in a primary school
Victoria School
2014.09 - 2015.07
Teacher in a primary school
St Bartholomews C of E School
2011.09 - 2013.12
Post Graduate Certification - Education
University of Hertfordshire
1999.09 - 2000.07
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of Portsmouth
1991.09 - 1994.07
A-Levels - Geography, English, French
Hemel Hempstead School
1983.09 - 1990.07