Amy Leese
Ras al-Khaimah, UAE,RK
Summary
Highly qualified and experienced Primary Teacher with over 25 years of experience in the UK and internationally. Specializes in teaching British curriculum, IPC, and STEAM/STEM curricula. Recently held a position at a British curriculum school in Santiago de Chile, providing a full English immersion bilingual environment. Focused and dedicated primary school educator with a proven track record of success. Passionate about educating children ages [Number] to [Number], utilizing engaging activities and effective organizational tools. Adept at developing comprehensive lesson plans, creating customized class materials, assigning classwork, and grading tests. Skilled in diplomatically addressing parents and children regarding disciplinary actions. Committed to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Known for creating nurturing classroom environments that foster improved student behavior. Strong relationship-building skills with an analytical mindset and excellent decision-making abilities. Detail-oriented team player with exceptional organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary School Teacher
RAK Academy
09.2024 - Current
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
- Provided individualized support to struggling students through targeted interventions, resulting in improved academic performance.
Primary Teacher
The Grange School
08.2019 - 08.2024
- Lower Prep teacher, HOD English
- Developed Phonics through the Lower Prep and delivered training for all teachers and Basico 3 in Upper Prep
- Developed Book Week with supporting staff, guest authors and artists
- Introduced handwriting scheme across the whole school
- Promoted reading at home with Parental Workshops.
Primary Teacher
Shanghai United International School, XieHe
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Grade teacher and HDD English
- Delivered INSET on Reading Assessment
- Administered Cambridge Assessments
- Developed planning format to enhance teaching and learning.
Primary Teacher
British International School Shanghai, Puxi
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Year 3 teacher and Literacy champion
- Helped to organise a successful Poetry week across the Primary sector
- Trialled the use of SeeSaw to collete students digital works and track their progress, attending webinars and discussing with teachers from other schools across Shanghel.
Primary Teacher
St Christopher's International Primary School
09.2013 - 08.2016
- Year 5 teacher and Literacy Leader
- Introduced Big Write to the school and aromated consistency in guided reading
- Ren Scholastic Book Club
- Lead and orchestrated a successful FOBICSEA Literacy JAWI piloted Purpose PIE and Tak for Whiting with a view to introduce across KS2 and the school.
Primary Teacher
Craylands School
09.2007 - 09.2013
- KS2 teacher, years 3.4.5 and d
- Promoted literacy through author visits, book fairs, reading evenings, writing club
- KS1 and KS2 reading partnerships, parent reading evenings and book club.
Primary Teacher
Temple Hill Primary
09.2002 - 09.2007
- KS2 teacher, years 5 and 6
- Running art club, reading links with KSL busy bees club football coaching and various sports clubs at lunchtimes.
Supply Teacher
Link
09.2000 - 09.2002
- Suddly Work (KS1.2.3 and 4)
Art Teacher
Channel High School
09.1995 - 09.1997
- Art teacher KC GCSE's A Level's and NVQ
Education
PGCE Art and Design Education -
De Montfort University, UK
01.1995
BSC HONS Textile Design -
Leicester Polytechnic
01.1992
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Teaching
- Literacy Development
- Lesson Planning
- Creativity in Teaching
- Play-based instruction
- Child Development
- Bilingual Teaching
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Project-based learning
- Team Teaching
- Time Management
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Personal Information
- Title: PRIMARY TEACHER
- Date of Birth: 09/19/69
- Nationality: British
References
- Alison Lloyd, Head of Primary, RAK Academy, Khuzam, Alison.Lloyd@rakacademy.org, +971509710976
- John Gwyn Jones, CEO of Fobisia, ceo@fobisia.org, +601133663450
- Julia Martinez, St Christopher's international Primary, jumawa65@gmail.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Painting
- Playing the saxophone
- Learning tango and swing dance
Timeline
Primary School Teacher
RAK Academy
09.2024 - Current
Primary Teacher
The Grange School
08.2019 - 08.2024
Primary Teacher
Shanghai United International School, XieHe
09.2018 - 08.2019
Primary Teacher
British International School Shanghai, Puxi
08.2016 - 08.2018
Primary Teacher
St Christopher's International Primary School
09.2013 - 08.2016
Primary Teacher
Craylands School
09.2007 - 09.2013
Primary Teacher
Temple Hill Primary
09.2002 - 09.2007
Supply Teacher
Link
09.2000 - 09.2002
Art Teacher
Channel High School
09.1995 - 09.1997
PGCE Art and Design Education -
De Montfort University, UK
BSC HONS Textile Design -
Leicester Polytechnic
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