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Geraldine Tambe

Sharjah ,Sharjah

Summary

Accomplished leader and educator from Cloud British Private School, adept in curriculum development and instructional leadership. Excelled in enhancing student outcomes and fostering faculty collaboration. Skilled in educational program management and effective communication, achieving significant improvements in teaching practices and curriculum alignment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Head of EYFS

Cloud British Private School
11.2023 - Current
  • Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive curriculum framework for the EYFS and Year 1 department, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.
  • Increased faculty collaboration by organising workshops and conferences for professional development.
  • Our recruitment of highly qualified faculty members has been instrumental in shaping a positive school culture that is deeply focused on student success.
  • Facilitated professional development opportunities designed to improve instructional practices across all disciplines.
  • Provided instructional leadership to teachers, conducting regular observations and providing feedback to enhance teaching effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with teachers to design and implement engaging and differentiated instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
  • Oversaw assessment and evaluation processes, analysing data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
  • Worked closely with administrators and other department heads to align curriculum goals with the overall educational vision of the institution.
  • Conducted professional development workshops and training sessions to enhance teachers' pedagogical skills and knowledge.

Year1 Teacher/ FS1 and FS2 Team Leader

Sharjah International Private School
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Understanding, implementing, and planning teaching methodologies on the EYFS Curriculum, encouraging the value of play-based learning.
  • Preparing weekly lesson plans for my class using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework/ school curriculum.
    • Ability to perform daily administrative duties.
    • Work closely with parents, cares and other professionals to provide high standard of education and relationship.
    • Independtly manages own time efficiently.
    • Promoting and creating a stimulative caring and learning environment through play.
    • Performs staff supervision and training.
    • Assigns task to other colleagues.
    • Participate in open day tours and parent forums in order to promote new admission and children’s retention.
    • Coordinate events such as graduations, special assemblies.
    • Establish and maintain behavioral management within the classroom through a positive approach.
    • Identifying the students' needs and catering to the learning needs.
    • Creating a positive learning environment through good communication and interaction with students.
    • Use of effective questioning strategies, presentation, and resources.
    • Assess students’ progress using the classroom monitor.
    • Organized remedial classes for the needed support students.
    • Introduce interactive activities into the classroom and encourage students to vocalise their concerns and questions.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Year1 Teacher

Sabari Indian School
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Prepared weekly lesson plans for my class using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework/ school curriculum.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
    • Established and maintained behavioural management within the classroom through a positive approach.
    • Identifying the students' needs and catering to the learning needs.
    • Created a positive learning environment through good communication and interaction with students.
    • Used effective questioning strategies, presentation, and resources.
    • Assessed students’ progress using the classroom monitor.
    • Supervise trips to local police departments, parks, malls, farms, zoos, museums, and EXPO.
    • Encourage students to read through Raz Kids.
    • Organised remedial classes for the students who needed support.
    • Introduced interactive activities into the classroom and encouraged students to vocalise their concerns and questions.
    • Organised students into small groups for social education.
    • Teach French to students of grade1 and 2.
    • Encourage creativity in students by organizing art and craft projects daily.
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    • School: Special World Nursery-Sharjah UAE
    • Position: EYFS Lead Teacher and Supervisor
    • Period: September 2018- May2019
    • Planned teaching methodologies on the EYFS Curriculum, encouraging the value of learning through play.
    • Prepared weekly lesson plans for my class using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework/ school curriculum.
    • Ability to perform daily administrative duties.
    • Work closely with parents, carers and other professionals to provide a high standard of education and relationships.
    • Independently manages own time efficiently.
    • Promoted and created a stimulative caring and learning environment through play.
    • Performed staff supervision and training.
    • Assigned tasks to other colleagues.
    • Participated in open day tours and parent forums to promote new admission and children’s retention.
    • Organised students into small groups for social education
    • Encouraged creativity in kids by organizing art and craft projects daily
    • Created awelcoming and inspiring atmosphere in the classroom
  • Managed classroom behaviour effectively by establishing clear expectations, modelling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

EYFS Lead Teacher and Supervisor

Special World Nursery
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted all students' emotional well-being and academic growth.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through carefully structured activities. These activities, combined with positive reinforcement techniques, were designed to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Planned teaching methodologies on the EYFS Curriculum, encouraging the value of learning through play.
  • Preparing weekly lesson plans for my class using the Early Years Foundation Stage framework/ school curriculum.
    • Worked closely with parents, carers and other professionals to provide a high standard of education and relationships.
    • Independently manages own time efficiently.
    • Promoted and created a stimulative caring and learning environment through play.
    • Performed staff supervision and training.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

Pan African Institute For Development West Africa
08.2017

Skills

  • PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
  • Exceptionally skilled, highly dedicated, experienced and adaptable Leader and Teacher with a robust and proven track record in curriculum development and English instruction Proficient in leading and managing educational programs to enhance students’ learning outcomes I can balance teaching and administrative assignments with equal facility and professionalism I want to work in a challenging environment and be part of an organisation that provides opportunities to grow along with organisational growth which believes in valuing efficiency and encouraging teamwork
  • KEY SKILLS
  • Curriculum Development: Proficient in designing and implementing curriculum frameworks that align with educational standards and promote student achievement
  • English Instruction: Extensive experience in teaching English language and literature, utilising innovative teaching methods and resources to engage students and enhance their language skills
  • Instructional Leadership: Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and support to teachers, promoting effective instructional practices and professional development opportunities
  • Educational Program Management: Skilled in overseeing and managing educational programs, ensuring alignment with curriculum goals and objectives
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Proficient in developing and implementing assessment strategies to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions
  • Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative and supportive educational environment
  • Collaborative Problem-Solving
  • Instructional Leadership

Accomplishments

  • Authored educational books for Foundational Stage 1 Pupils ( FS1) in Literacy, Mathematics, and Understanding the World, incorporating unique teaching methods and engaging content.


  • Supervised a team of 14 staff members.

· ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

· Two honour roll awards for best performance in the French language exam by the class council.

o Intensive French language training (excellence) (2012)

· ACADEMIC SKILLS

· Curriculum development

· Curriculum mapping

· Lesson planning

· Learning Assessment

· Behaviour Management

· COMPUTER SKILLS

· Have an excellent command of various user-oriented software packages like:

· MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

Additional Information

I am a passionate teacher/academic head with over five years of classroom experience and one year of educational leadership experience in the UK and US curricula. I specialise in helping young learners aged 4 to 11 develop healthy social-behavioral skills and discover their multiple intelligences in creativity, innovation, and sound morals. I teach a mixed/inclusive class of 25 students, where I utilise my outstanding problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Timeline

Academic Head of EYFS

Cloud British Private School
11.2023 - Current

Year1 Teacher/ FS1 and FS2 Team Leader

Sharjah International Private School
08.2021 - 11.2023

Year1 Teacher

Sabari Indian School
01.2020 - 07.2022

EYFS Lead Teacher and Supervisor

Special World Nursery
09.2018 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Education

Pan African Institute For Development West Africa

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