Rosalind

Experienced teacher in Maths and English - from primary age through to GCSE and Functional Skills level 2.

I grew up in Gosport and attended local schools and 6th form. In 1989 I moved to Bristol to study and then work: in 2003 I changed careers and completed the PGCE in teacher training. I have since taught and supported learners in a variety of primary and secondary schools in Bristol and Gosport.

On a personal level, I have two children. My youngest is my adopted son, so I am experienced in attachment trauma and adoption support; I have supported LAC and PLAC students in my education roles. Through adoption I have made many contacts, and am able to sign post support to families if asked.

Alongside education, I am happy to assist with social skills and independence, where a student would like to gain confidence for example with travel training or cookery.

Tutoring Experience

• Primary school teacher since 2004
• Learning Support Assistant since 2018 (and prior to teaching qualification) in KS1, KS2 and KS3 in mainstream schools
• Learning Support Assistant in KS1, KS2, KS3 and Post-16 in SEN and AP units since 2018
• One to one SEMH support to students in Post-16 since 2021
• One to one support to students with epilepsy in Post-16 since 2021
• One to one support to students with ASD in Post-16 since 2021
• Invigilator for exams in Functional Skills Maths and English, and all GCSE subjects (familiar with access arrangements and extra needs) since 2017

My own subject knowledge includes:
'O' level Maths and English (language and literacy);
'A' level Maths and Business Studies;
Functional Skills Maths and English Levels 1 and 2.

Tutoring Approach

Working effectively within education requires a great deal of strength and commitment, and I have demonstrated these qualities. I am very organised and hard working, and have a good sense of humour; I am friendly and supportive towards pupils, parents and colleagues. I view the whole school community as a team driven by a common concern to empower the lives of children. I am deeply passionate about learning and working with young people to help them realise their full potential. As I am motivated by challenge, I aim to motivate children with new challenges, pushing them forward. My mantra is simply that “You Can”. I have high expectations of all pupils. I appreciate the different learning styles of children, and use a variety of teaching strategies accordingly. I endeavour to raise pupil self-esteem through positive rewards, praise and encouragement. Aware of the problems some students face inside and outside of school I am happy to sit in a quiet space and listen. Where a student is stressed or anxious, angry or upset, I use a calm voice to try and help them step out of the tension that is building. I endeavour to get to know my pupils, listening to advice from parents and carers. In this way, I am able to pre-empt issues that might trigger upsetting or challenging behaviour, using strategies to soothe and establish consistent teaching and learning for that pupil.