Michelle

My name is Michelle . I am an enthusiastic, friendly and an approachable individual with over a decade of experience as a Teaching Assistant (since 2011). I currently work in a school rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in Surrey. My extensive experience spans both mainstream education and in special needs base setting. I am passionate about helping students develop their skills and contributing to their overall growth. I firmly believe in supporting the social and emotional aspects of learning to ensure pupils’ development and academic success.
I lead school-led tutoring groups to support Year 6 pupils in preparing for their SATs. My ability to adapt resources to meet the needs of individual learners is a key strength. I use various methods such as visual demonstrations for abstract concepts, flashcards for reading/ phonics, mind maps for recapping and revision and targeted strategies to develop reading and writing skills.
I hold a Level 3 NVQ, have completed the National Tutoring Programme and have received Emotional Literacy Support training which I completed in 2011. These qualifications enable me to support pupils, teachers and other professionals using a constructive approach effectively and efficiently.
I am dedicated to promoting pupils` self-esteem and confidence, fostering an environment where they can learn and develop. By starting at their current level and gradually challenging them, I aim to push them towards greater achievements.
I am available to tutor primary school pupils from Nursery through to Year 6 and look forward to helping each student reach their full potential.

Willing to travel: 5 miles

Experience: Work in partnership with the class teacher, SENDCo and other professionals to contribute to pupil`s learning, social, emotional and overall development.
Contribute to annual review meetings.
Implement planned learning activities to suit the pupil`s learning needs.
Maintain positive relationships with pupils and manage behaviour appropriately.
Encourage and develop independent, social, speech and language skills.
Support learners with development of literacy and numeracy using simple language and visual resources
Support and work closely with the teachers to support pupils effectively with their learning objectives or targets by also recording and feeding back.
Reinforce lessons presented by reviewing and explaining learning materials, especially with the children who need extra time and support to complete the tasks.
Assess children’s reading levels and coordinate reading books based on their ability and interest to encourage reading and understanding.
Encourage pupils to follow the school/class rules to keep everyone safe
Encourage interaction and friendship skills to build and maintain good/positive relationships.
Help with preparing classroom resources and displays.
Observe pupils and feedback to create awareness of any important information or changes.
Accompany colleagues and pupils on school trips
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special education.
Planning and evaluating of learning activities, providing feedback on pupil’s progress and behaviour.
Producing and adapting to resources to carry out interventions.
Monitor and record pupil`s progress, challenges to plan activities to meet various targets.
Support learners with development of literacy and numeracy skills during the lesson, using simple language and visual resources as much as possible - supervise and assist pupils on a 1:1 basis/ in small groups with different activities set by the teacher.
Follow school policies and procedures - health and safety, child protection, confidentiality and data protection. i.e. Help pupils identify `health and safety` issues or hazards around the school and being aware of any signs of abuse/neglect by also recording and reporting appropriately while maintaining high levels of confidentiality.
Support pupils during on the carpet by using visual resources to help them focus and understand.
Motivate pupils to complete tasks independently.

DBS Check: Yes