Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Jessica Tickner

Teacher
Jessica Tickner

Summary


An innovative and forward thinking Head of Department with exceptionally high standards who creates dynamic and exhilarating learning experiences for students, effectively manages diverse groups to adapt teaching methods and consistently identifies methods to improve teaching practices.


I am a teacher with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to teaching Performing Arts; consistently creating stimulating lessons for all levels of students. I believe in the value of collaboration and am committed to fostering a classroom environment that encourages students to think critically and expressively.


With a proven track record of leading an outstanding department and utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem solving skills to maintain the highest possible standards, I believe I have much to offer your school as it continues to thrive.

Overview

10
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

GEMS Wellington Academy
Dubai

Head of Drama
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • International British School
  • Desiged curriculum for KS2 through to KS5.
  • Taught GCSE and BTEC level 3 performing Arts
  • Consistent outstanding results and value added for exam cohorts.
  • Significant increase in uptake at GCSE, A Level, BTEC and Extra Curricular activities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
  • Fostered love for performing arts to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
  • Assessed student learning to evaluate learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
  • Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
  • Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Age Range: 3 - 18

Priory School
Birmingham

Head of Drama and Teacher of English
01.2013 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Age Range: 7 -18
  • Created KS3, KS4 and KS5 curriculum for Drama
  • Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
  • Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
  • Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
  • Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
  • Plan and deliver outstanding English lessons at KS3 and KS4

Education

Salford University
United Kingdom

Bachelor of Arts from Performing Arts
09.2006 - 07.2009

University Overview

  • Awarded BA (Hons) in Performing Arts (First class)

Birmingham City University

BA (Hons) from Performing Arts
09.2012 - 07.2013

University Overview

  • Awarded Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Drama).

PGCE

University Overview

Burton And South Derbyshire College
United Kingdom

BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) from Performing Arts
04.2001

University Overview

  • Awarded Triple Distinction

Skills

Expert in Acting and Performance

undefined

Timeline

Head of Drama
GEMS Wellington Academy
01.2018 - Current
Head of Drama and Teacher of English
Priory School
01.2013 - 08.2018
Birmingham City University
BA (Hons) from Performing Arts
09.2012 - 07.2013
Salford University
Bachelor of Arts from Performing Arts
09.2006 - 07.2009
Burton And South Derbyshire College
BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) from Performing Arts
04.2001
PGCE
04.2013
Jessica TicknerTeacher