Leannda

A little about me!
Hello, I`m Leannda and I am the tutor behind Little Minds Tutoring.
I`ve always had a passion for teaching and have worked with children since my teenage years, from volunteering at a local primary school during my college years, helping to run Brownie and Girl Guide Groups , working as a nursery assistant to then teaching full time.
I have been a qualified teacher for 10 years and have taught across the primary school, including teaching phonics and early reading, working towards phonics screening tests and teaching in Year 6, preparing children for SATS as well as experience with SEND. I am currently completing a Level 2 qualification in Understanding Autism.
Darlington based but am willing to travel to surrounding areas. 🙂;
For any tutoring enquiries please feel free to message

Willing to travel: 12 miles

Experience: Primary School Teacher & Middle Leader Darlington Borough Council Sep 2015 – Aug 2024

Led a subject-wide reform of Religious Education across a 500-pupil school: developed policy, managed a limited budget, coordinated staff training, and evaluated outcomes.
Held responsibility for curriculum design, planning, delivery, and monitoring of outcomes, often leading cross-functional teams.
Managed team dynamics during high-pressure periods, such as online teaching delivery during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Frequently liaised with senior leadership, governors, and external stakeholders; prepared detailed reports and presented performance outcomes.
Prioritised safeguarding, compliance, and performance tracking in all areas of work.
Mentored junior colleagues, provided feedback, and contributed to a culture of learning and accountability.

Nursery Assistant Hipswell Village Kindergarten May 2014 – Aug 2015
Supported child development and wellbeing through structured routines and activities.
Collaborated within a multidisciplinary team and maintained rigorous attention to safety, welfare, and inclusive practice.

Education & Professional Development

NPQML – National Professional Qualification for Middle Leadership University of Newcastle 2021

BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS University of Cumbria | 2012 – 2015

A Levels
Richmond Sixth Form | 2010 – 2012

GCSEs (8 GCSEs, Grades A–C)
St. Francis Xavier School | 2005 – 2010



Certifications & Additional Training

Certificate in Instructional Coaching for Primary Schools
Level 2 Understanding Autism
Principles of Instruction for Effective Teaching
Delivering Blended and Remote Education
Introduction to Managing Health & Safety
Dealing with Bereavement and Loss

DBS Check: Yes