Experience

Runnymede College

• Spain
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of PSHE - Junior School

  • Sep 2016 - Present

  Implementation of rigorous, PSHE curriculum, including staff training.Initiation and ongoing leadership of the Junior School Student Council.Implementation of a new pupil orientation day and student handbook.Celebration of awareness events, such as Anti-Bullying Week and Children’s Mental Health Week. Evaluation and implementation of PSHE policies.Review of the playground and implementation of measures to increase positive engagement in play for all year groups.

• Head of Science - Junior School

  • Sep 2015 - Present

  Leading professional development to ensure a high standard of science teaching and learning.Review of assessment data and development of initiatives to address identified areas of need.Organise science trips for all Junior School year groups relevant to their curriculum objectives.Led trial and evaluation of new science curriculum resources to support teachers in implementing the new science curriculum.Lead annual celebration of ‘STEM Week’ for the Junior School, as well as co-ordinating with the Senior School on different activities, including transition to secondary. Show less

• Primary School Teacher

  • Feb 2011 - Present

  Design and plan creative, learner-centred schemes of work and lessons based on the National Curriculum (England) objectives.Implementation of meaningful formative and summative assessment for learning, including on-going, structured pupil feedback.Development and implementation of Individual Education Plans for children with special educational needs.Active engagement with parents to maximise their awareness and involvement in their child’s learning and progress.Design and implementation of behavioural management systems on a class and individual level based on positive relationships and clear expectations.Innovative personal, social and emotional development programmes of study, including mindfulness, building personal values, self-awareness and self-esteem, respect for differences and a skill development approach to social issues, including bullying.Creative and engaging use of technology to maximise the learning of each child including the use of a Smartboard and iPads in the classroom. Show less



Colegio Mirabal

• Primary School Teacher

  • Sep 2007 - Aug 2009

  Preparation of course materials and design of lessons that cover all elements of the English language, including preparation for Cambridge ESL exams, KET and PET. Tracking of student progress and customising individualised plans for students with special requirements. Creation of a positive class environment and encouraging students to reach their learning goals. Preparation of course materials and design of lessons that cover all elements of the English language, including preparation for Cambridge ESL exams, KET and PET. Tracking of student progress and customising individualised plans for students with special requirements. Creation of a positive class environment and encouraging students to reach their learning goals.



The Royal Melbourne Hospital

• Australia
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Allied Health Project Manager

  • Mar 2005 - Mar 2006

  Created and led new policy implementation for consumer participation in Allied Health.Led project for re-location of Allied Health Services to a new work site.

• Occupational Therapist

  • Mar 1999 - Mar 2006

  Provided rehabilitation to patients with acquired and congenital neurological disabilities to enable them to engage in life roles.Supervised grade one Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy assistants and Occupational Therapy students.Led quality improvement projects.