Candice Margarett Schaefer

• Guided new educators in adapting to teaching environments as a mentor.
• Completed Middle Leader Course in 2024/2025.
• Led dance and journalism extracurricular activities.
• Deliver high-quality teaching aligned with the British curriculum, consistently meeting and exceeding student progress expectations.
• Observed for Adek and National Identity inspections.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports wellbeing and academic success.
• Use assessment data to inform planning, differentiation, and targeted interventions.
• Build strong relationships with parents, supporting student development through regular communication.
• Integrate sustainability themes into English and Science planning linking learning to real-world environmental issues and UAE National Identity.
• Embed the United Nations (SDGs) into classroom teaching and student projects.
• Encourage responsible behaviours such as reducing waste, recycling, and caring for the environment within the classroom.
• Contribute to a positive school culture aligned with sustainability and global citizenship values.
• Support students in developing confidence, independence, and leadership skills.
• Play a key role in creating an engaging and stimulating learning environment through creative displays and hands-on learning.
• Effective collaboration with colleagues across year groups and departments.
• Regularly attend CPD sessions and use training to make an impact in current teaching.

• Led on ISASA evaluation.
• Managed eco-warriors ECA and weekly. gardening club lessons with my own class.
• Led the schools table at the Sustainability Living Expo at the Durban Exhibition Centre.
• Involved in recycling projects to raise awareness about pollution.
• Stood on the board in facilitating our Green Flag Eco status and furthermore our silver, then gold certificate.
• Developed a Learning Through Activities programme for Grade 0 and Grade 00 students.
• Managed free-play activities to enhance cognitive, fantasy, outdoor, and creative skills.
• Delivered developmental play sessions (P.E for Early Year) focusing on gross motor skills.
• Supported training initiatives for new staff and assisted in providing aftercare support for students as needed.
• Facilitated fundraising initiatives, such as cake sales, market days, art auctions, and fun runs.
• Organised educational resources and managed storeroom efficiently.
• Created new assessment criteria to evaluate student skills and knowledge gaps.
• Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
• Facilitated one-to-one and small group sessions to progress learning, especially for EAL students.

• Assisted in restructuring the recycling centre into a new area on school premises.
• Conducted grade 2 readiness assessments to evaluate student preparedness.
• Coached U9 girls in t-ball and netball, fostering teamwork and skills development.
• Organised inter-house gala and sports events, ensuring smooth coordination and participation.
• Facilitated support sessions three times a week to enhance learning outcomes for students.
• Oversaw recycling projects to promote environmental awareness among students.
• Arranged schedules for practice and fixtures for all squads for Primary including transport, refreshments and communication to parents.

Specialised Education Department (SEN) Teacher – SPC 1 (Grades 1–3 mixed ability)

• Supported learners with a range of special educational needs through individualised teaching and targeted interventions.
• Monitored and assessed emotional, social, and academic development, adapting learning to meet individual needs.
• Delivered differentiated lessons to a mixed-age group, ensuring accessibility and progress for all learners.

Grade 6 Arts & Culture Teacher (Mainstream – 6 months)

• Planned, delivered, and assessed Arts and Culture lessons across three Grade 6 classes.
• Developed structured learning programmes aligned with curriculum requirements.
• Encouraged creativity, engagement, and cultural awareness through practical and theory-based activities.

Specialised Education Department (SEN) Teacher – SPC 2 (Grades 4–5 mixed ability)

• Designed and implemented individualised learning programmes across Literacy, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, Arts & Culture, Life Orientation, Economic and Management Sciences, and Technology.
• Delivered highly differentiated teaching to support learners with complex emotional, behavioural, physical, and learning needs.
• Provided targeted interventions for learners with conditions including ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, epilepsy, and trauma-related challenges.
• Supported emotional regulation, social development, and academic progress through personalised strategies.

Grade 1 Class Teacher (2 years)

• Delivered Literacy, Numeracy, and Life Skills lessons aligned to curriculum expectations.
• Built strong foundations in early reading, writing, and mathematical understanding.
• Created a nurturing and structured classroom environment to support early childhood development.
• Differentiated learning to support a wide range of abilities.

Additional Teaching & Leadership Experience

• Delivered phonics sessions twice weekly to SEN mixed-ability groups (SPC 2).
• Taught Swimming and Physical Education to class groups, promoting physical development and teamwork.
• Led extracurricular activities including: U9 Girls Hockey ECA, Ball Skills ECA and swim squad.
• Organised large-scale Sports Day event for approximately 1500 students.
• Coordinated a parent English language development programme (speaking, reading, and writing support)
• Delivered Media Studies lessons to three Grade 7 classes.
• Supported vulnerable learners by preparing meals for students facing home challenges.