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Precious Rubie

Precious Rubie

London

Summary

Dedicated educator with extensive experience in creative education, fostering lifelong learning among students and teachers alike. Proven ability to mentor early career teachers, enhancing their teaching practices while simultaneously refreshing personal methodologies. Committed to interactive and engaging educational approaches that inspire both students and colleagues. Passionate about cultivating a collaborative learning environment that benefits all participants.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher, Art Subject Lead and ECT Mentor/Tutor

The Southover Partnership
London
06.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated impactful CPD sessions for educators adjusting to careers in education.

Led Art, DT, and Music subjects across three sites, enhancing community engagement.

  • Promoted sustainability through strategic material choices in Arts departments.
  • Encouraged citizenship and personal growth through project-based and community learning.
  • Guided a tutor group of 17-19 year-olds in preparation for adulthood.
  • Conducted CV writing workshops and organized college visits for students.
  • Supported development of independence skills and life skills in young learners.

I am the ECT mentor and tutor for the Kingsbury, Brent site. I lead impactful CPD and guide those who are adjusting to their career in education.
I lead the Art, DT and Music subjects across three sites and have developed the Arts departments engagement with local communities, driven sustainability with material choices and encourage citizenship and growth through project and community based learning.

SEND Art Teacher and Subject Lead

Hillingdon Manor School
London, Hillingdon
09.2017 - 02.2020
  • Developed inclusive and differentiated curriculum for KS3, KS4, and KS5 art students.

Delivered engaging lessons to support pupils working towards GCSE, A-Level, and Entry Level qualifications.

Managed diverse mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges of students effectively.

  • Created various educational resources to enhance learning and promote positive behavior change.
  • Contributed to school displays to showcase student artwork and achievements.
  • Supported a KS4 tutor group as a secondary tutor to assist with student needs.
  • Facilitated weekly community trips and occupational therapy sessions to enhance student experiences.
  • Collaborated with Design Technology department on joint lunch and after-school clubs.

Lead IB Visual Arts Teacher

International School of Milan
Milano
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Delivered Visual Arts curriculum to grades 10 and 11 MYP and grades 12 and 13 Diploma IB.
    Oversaw assessments, exhibitions, budgeting, and material procurement as sole Visual Arts instructor.
    Facilitated weekly art club sessions during lunch and after school to enhance creativity.
    Maintained up-to-date school displays featuring new student artworks throughout the year.
    Arranged activities for creating props, backdrops, and costumes for theatrical productions.
    Utilized opportunities for frequent field trips to engage with Milan’s art community.
    Provided weekly PSHE/Citizenship instruction for grade 10 tutor group.
    Incorporated pastoral duties into daily activities to support student well-being.

My reason for leaving:

The school was relocating as they merged three school sites into one, and I did not wish to move to a secluded area.

Art Teacher

Haydon School
Haydon School Wiltshire Lane Pinner HA5 2LX
05.2009 - 08.2012

Delivered training sessions on ‘Tips for Success’ for new teachers.

Created large mosaic of school logo, displayed prominently in reception with engraved label.

Taught art and design, textiles, darkroom photography, and digital photography across KS3, 4, and 5.

Led year 9 tutor group while managing weekly art clubs outside school hours.

  • Developed comprehensive schemes of work to enhance curriculum delivery.
  • Maintained high-quality displays throughout school to promote student engagement.
  • Coordinated lunch and after-school clubs, contributing to school productions through props and backgrounds.
  • Collaborated with a team of 6 to create a vibrant educational environment.

Education

PGCE - Secondary Education

Middlesex University
London, England
2009

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Major with Art Practice in the Community Minor.

Middlesex University
London, England
2008

Higher National Diploma - Art & Design Diploma

Blake College
London
2005

A-Levels - Art and Media Studies

Albany College
London
2004

GCSEs -

Alperton Community School
London
2002

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Student engagement
  • Community involvement
  • Arts integration

Timeline

Art Teacher, Art Subject Lead and ECT Mentor/Tutor

The Southover Partnership
06.2024 - Current

SEND Art Teacher and Subject Lead

Hillingdon Manor School
09.2017 - 02.2020

Lead IB Visual Arts Teacher

International School of Milan
08.2012 - 08.2013

Art Teacher

Haydon School
05.2009 - 08.2012

PGCE - Secondary Education

Middlesex University

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Major with Art Practice in the Community Minor.

Middlesex University

Higher National Diploma - Art & Design Diploma

Blake College

A-Levels - Art and Media Studies

Albany College

GCSEs -

Alperton Community School
Precious Rubie