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William Thornton

hyde heath,United Kingdom

Summary

Passionate Biology Teacher with experience delivering curriculum-based planning, teaching and assessments. Builds student confidence and abilities through personalised support. Forges constructive staff and student relationships for positive learning environments. Applies effective feedback and is constantly looking to develop skills even further.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Biology teacher

Wycombe High School
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
2022.09 - Current

Taught biology from year 7-13 and regularly supported students to make progress. Monitored progress through assessments and developed feedback delivery to promote student growth.

Oversaw the KS3 Curriculum during my time at Wycombe High School. I developed my skills in updating and organising the order of teaching to build up the skills of the students before GCSE. I also organised how we delivered feedback to promote student progress throughout the course.

Oversaw and ran a number of clubs throughout my time at Wycombe High School. Ran a KS3 science club to foster excitement and passion for science, completing a range of practicals outside the specification. Also ran a silver crest club for students to complete science projects and foster interest in science in the wider world. Additionally, ran a minecraft club to allow students to relax and discuss subjects they enjoy.

Biology teacher

Bushey Meads School
Bushey, Hertfordshire
2019.09 - 2022.08
  • Managed large classes to foster a positive learning atmosphere, enhancing communication of complex biological concepts among students.
  • Utilised classroom management skills to maintain discipline and promote inclusivity, encouraging open dialogue on biological theories and debates.
  • Integrated current scientific research findings into lesson plans, ensuring content remained up-to-date and relevant.
  • Liaised with parents during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns proactively.

General worker

Chiltern Open Air Museum
Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire
2018.01 - 2018.08

Worked in education support to help deliver a range of experiences in stone age and iron age britain.

Worked to support events

Operated cafe service, taking orders, preparing food, and engaging with customers, while holding a food hygiene certificate.

PA

Cansdales Ltd
Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire
2015.06 - 2015.08
  • Streamlined office processes, improving overall workflow.
  • Facilitated communication between departments with professional liaison skills.
  • Developed filing systems, improving document accessibility and security.
  • Streamlined office processes, improving overall workflow.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - PGCE- Science

University of Manchester
Manchester
2018.09 - 2019.06

Master of Science - Applied Marine Sciences

University of Plymouth
Plymouth
2015.09 - 2017.05

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Plymouth
Plymouth
2012.09 - 2015.06

A-Levels -

Dr Challoner's Grammar School
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
2010.09 - 2012.06

GCSEs -

Dr Challoners Grammar School
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
2005.09 - 2010.08

Skills

  • Biological knowledge
  • Student mentoring
  • Teaching adaptability
  • Curriculum development
  • Interest fostering in biology
  • Passion for education
  • Feedback provision

Affiliations

  • Martial Arts
  • Running

Timeline

Biology teacher

Wycombe High School
2022.09 - Current

Biology teacher

Bushey Meads School
2019.09 - 2022.08

Certificate of Higher Education - PGCE- Science

University of Manchester
2018.09 - 2019.06

General worker

Chiltern Open Air Museum
2018.01 - 2018.08

Master of Science - Applied Marine Sciences

University of Plymouth
2015.09 - 2017.05

PA

Cansdales Ltd
2015.06 - 2015.08

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Plymouth
2012.09 - 2015.06

A-Levels -

Dr Challoner's Grammar School
2010.09 - 2012.06

GCSEs -

Dr Challoners Grammar School
2005.09 - 2010.08
William Thornton