Class Teacher
St James' Coe Academy, Bournemouth
My current position as a classroom teacher has allowed me to develop invaluable skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, critical and imaginative thinking and organisation. Not only do I plan, instruct and build encouraging relationships with children, but I also lead a team of teaching assistants, working closely with my colleagues and communicating regularly with parents. This has been particularly invaluable when, during the pandemic, teaching went from in the classrooms and in-person to online. I adapted and overcame many difficulties during this time and was able to keep in contact with my pupils, their families and the school or remotely. I continued to deliver lessons, creating engaging resources which allowed children to continue their progress. I also rang parents regularly to support them and their needs as well as set up online sessions where the children could interact with each other in a safe setting.Working with the wider school community has seen me run drama clubs, rounders and support at multiple fundraising events. I also work as the Arts Subject Lead, supporting, monitoring and instilling what Art and Drama look like across the school.