Hollie Benjamin
**************@*****.***
D.O.B : 28.05.86
British
Vibrant and experienced teacher with a passion for success!
As a teacher my main goal is to inspire children to achieve their best and extend them beyond their personal limits. Teaching within the socially and culturally diverse cities of London and Dubai has enabled me to develop and refine innovative ways of engaging children with a variety of learning styles. My passion to celebrate diversity and use it as a tool to enhance learning facilitates my ability to create an inclusive learning environment, in which all children feel valued and are motivated to learn. A strong classroom presence and commitment to engaging my students enables me to foster a culture of motivated, curious students who are keen to continue their learning outside of the classroom. I would now like to further my career working within an environment that provides opportunities for professional development and enables me to use my skills that have been highly developed.
Employment History and Experience
Gems Wellington Academy Dubai Silicon Oasis
September 2013- present
Position: Classroom teacher
Key areas of work:
Planning, preparing and presenting differentiated lessons that enable all children to achieve learning objectives (SEN, GT)
Short, medium and long term planning of lessons to meet that fall in line with National Curriculum requirements
Termly assessments and reviews of children’s academic and personal targets
Effectively managing support staff within the classroom
Mentoring trainee teachers
Delivering model lessons for student teacher as examples of best practice
Delivering written and oral reports regarding pupils and professional development
Continuous dialogue with parents through email
Devising effective behaviour management strategies for children with challenging behaviour
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with parents
Actively serving on a variety of school committees focused on curriculum development, fundraising and anti-bullying efforts
Reflect and evaluate on my own teaching
Woodberry Down Academy – Best Start Federation
September 2011 - 2013
Position: Classroom teacher
Key areas of work:
Planning, preparing and presenting differentiated lessons that enable all children to achieve learning objectives (SEN, GT)
Short, medium and long term planning of lessons to meet the National Curriculum requirements
Termly assessments and reviews of children’s academic and personal targets
Effectively managing support staff within the classroom
Mentoring trainee teachers
Delivering model lessons for NQT staff as examples of best practice.
Delivering written and oral reports regarding pupils and professional development.
Devising effective behaviour management strategies for children with challenging behaviour
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with parents
Actively serving on a variety of school committees focused on curriculum development, fundraising and anti-bullying efforts
Reflect and evaluate on my own teaching
Keep up to date with current educational practices
Latymer All Saints Primary School
March 2011 – July 2011
Position: Supply teacher across KS1 and KS2
Key areas of work:
Marking and assessing pupils work in line with school policy
Establishing a positive and purposeful learning environment.
Flexibility in my approach to planning
Engaging in professional dialogue with class teacher regarding the progress of children
ID Medical Recruitment Company
January 2005 – July 2006
Position: Medical Recruitment Consultant
Key areas of work:
Reviewing applicants' resume/curriculum vitae
Placing and assigning employees at clinics, hospitals and other medical facilities
Communicating efficiently with employers and employees ensuring the needs of both are met in a timely and effective manner
Performing background checks on potential employees, as well as checking upon given references, transcripts and credentials
Negotiating salary, problem-solving and counselling, therein establishing a rapport with the job candidate
Conducting interviews
Working on my own initiative or effectively as part of a team
Understanding of employment legislation and factors affecting the industry
Eagle House Doctor’s Surgery
November 2003 - December 2004
Position: Receptionist
Answering telephone calls and dealing with face to face enquiries
Politely greeting patients and visitors to the centre
Dealing with all requests in an efficient and courteous manner
Opening post and forwarding it onto the relevant parties
In charge of the doctors diary
Writing letters and correspondence on behalf of the surgery and medical staff
Scheduling appointments for patients
Updating the surgeries computer system with appointments and personal details
Organising meetings between reception staff and management
Accurately collecting information and personal details about patients
Arranging any necessary follow up appointments for patients with hospitals or with
other healthcare professionals
Allyward Primary School (Youth and Play-work Course Placement)
April 2003 – June 2004
Position: Youth Worker
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with children
Managing behaviour
Organising activities for children to take part in.
Managing behaviour
The Crib Social Inclusion Project
August 2003 – February 2004
Devising and supervising art focused activities, community/environmental projects, residential activities, outdoor education and sporting activities.
Mentoring and supporting individuals to encourage social inclusion.
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with young people (8-21).
Ensuring the health and safety of children both inside and outside the club.
Managing behaviour.
Education and Training
Haggerston School for Girls GCSEs (8 A* to C grades) September 1997 - July 2002
Middlesex University BA (Hons) Primary Education September 2008 - June 2011
Enfield College Access to Higher Education Certificate (Primary Education) September 2007- June 2008
Kis Training Youth and Play-work Certificate April 2003 - June 2003
Eagle House Surgery First Aid Certificate January 2004
Woodberry Down School Child Protection course, ‘Read Write Inc.’ phonics course ‘Effective Marking’ training, Voice Coaching course,
Microsoft Excel course, Effective Evaluation of Practice training and Handwriting training
GEMS Wellington Academy How to Train the Trainer, Differentiation in Classroom Practise, Mentor course, Coaching Certificate, Child Protection Certificate
Skills Developed
Computer skills: Microsoft Office, SIMS, ISAMS, Target Tracker and IWB (Starboard Software, Smartboard and Promethean)
Planning and Assessment: APP, AFL, Creative Curriculum.
Flexibility in my approach to planning
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ambition and determination to succeed
Results orientated and target driven
Ability to work on my own initiative and effects part of a team
Problem solving and tenacity to cope well under pressure
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Interests and Experiences
I am passionate about travelling and determined to visit every one of the world’s seven continents in my lifetime. This is driven by my fascination of culture and diversity. I particularly enjoy learning about other cultures and religions. I live and enjoy an active, healthy lifestyle by going to the gym and regularly practising yoga. I enjoy taking the time to find new vegetarian recipes that I can add to my extensive collection.
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