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Arantxa Izcue Ciaurriz

Kington Upon Thames ,Co Surrey

Summary

Dedicated educator with extensive experience in second language teaching and special needs accommodation. Utilises positive reinforcement and innovative teaching methods to engage and motivate pupils, including A-level students. Skilled in purposeful lesson planning, curriculum development, and tailoring curriculum plans to diverse learning styles. Proven expertise in classroom management, student records management, and instructional best practices. Committed to fostering a kind and empathetic learning environment while driving student assessment and achievement.

Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.

Charismatic and dependable Teacher with [Number] years of experience delivering educational assistance and instruction to various levels of learners. Committed to providing students with the necessary tools to achieve academic goals, instilling love of learning and cooperative teamwork. Adept in application of excellent communication and problem solving skills.

Energetic educator with strong communication and leadership skills, combined with solid foundation in curriculum development and classroom management. Adept at fostering positive learning environment and engaging students through innovative teaching methods. Committed to inspiring students to achieve academic excellence and personal growth.

Dedicated professional with natural aptitude for fostering learning and growth. Proficient in communication and classroom management, ensuring positive and productive environment for students. Committed to inspiring and supporting students in achieving their full potential in [Desired Position] role.

Offering strong foundation in communication and organisational skills, with keen ability to connect with students and foster positive learning environment. Knowledgeable about curriculum development and classroom management through volunteer and practicum experiences. Ready to use and develop patience, creativity, and adaptability in [Desired Position] role.

Instils confidence in students with encouragement and facilitates learning-focused lessons. Focused on delivering interesting lessons for maximum engagement and retention. Offers strong public speaking and planning abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Teacher of MFL-Spanish

Nishkam School West London
Isleworth , U.K.
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered enthusiasm for learning Spanish.
  • Assisted in creating a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation.
  • Utilised various teaching resources and technology to enhance language acquisition.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve instructional methods.
  • Facilitated assessments to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies.
  • Mentored PGCE trainee teachers collaborating with St. Mary's University
  • Provided in-depth feedback and constructive criticism on students' work.
  • Designed learning plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Evaluated students using standardised criteria to determine abilities and learning needs.
  • Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
  • Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
  • Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
  • Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Worked collaboratively with other teachers to review data and develop instructional strategies to address student learning objectives.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Assessed student progress, provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Created inclusive classroom setting to ensure all students felt accepted and valued.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans by applying knowledge of educational theories and methods.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment for student engagement through effective classroom management.
  • Worked closely with colleagues for implementing cross-curricular projects that engaged students in comprehensive learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with special education professionals to cater for needs of differently-abled pupils in regular classrooms.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students by displaying genuine interest in their personal growth and achievements.
  • Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.
  • Organised extracurricular activities that enriched students' understanding of Spanish language.

Teacher of MFL Spanish and French

Isleworth and Syon School for Boys
Isleworth , U.K.
03.2017 - 07.2018
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered students' interest in Spanish and French.
  • Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
  • Facilitated interactive language activities that enhanced students' conversational skills and cultural awareness.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-curricular approaches into language instruction.

NQT MFL Teacher Spanish, French and Latin

St. Richard Reynolds Catholic School
Twickenham , U.K.
08.2016 - 03.2017
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered language acquisition and cultural understanding.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student participation and motivation.
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities to promote language use outside the classroom environment.
  • Assessed student progress and provided targeted feedback to improve language skills effectively.

Tutor of Spanish and French to young children

Le Club Frances and El Club Español
Kew, U.K.
09.2013 - 07.2015


  • Facilitated interactive language activities that enhanced children's understanding of Spanish and French.


Tutor of Spanish to adults

London Waterloo Academy
London, U.K.
09.2011 - 07.2015
  • Developed personalised lesson plans to enhance student engagement and comprehension of Spanish language.
  • Facilitated interactive language sessions that promoted conversational skills and cultural understanding among learners.
  • Facilitated stimulating class discussions on various topics to encourage use of vocabulary and grammar concepts learnt previously.
  • Implemented innovative teaching methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles within classroom environment.

Education

PGCE - Modern Foreign Languages - Education

St. Mary's University
Twickenham U.K.
09.2015 - 07.2016

CLTA - Certificate on Language Teaching to Adults - Education

Goldsmiths University of London
Greenwich
09.2011 - 07.2012

Master of Arts-Spanish and French Literature - Linguistics

Universidad de Salamanca
Salamanca, Spain
09.1986 - 06.1993

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language and Literature - Linguistics

Universidad de Navarra
Pamplona, Spain
09.1986 - 06.1990

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement usage
  • Second language teaching
  • Teaching innovation
  • Special needs accommodation
  • Learning styles application
  • Pupil motivation
  • Teaching a-level students
  • Training and Development
  • Purposeful lesson planning
  • Student records management
  • Classroom management
  • Instructional best practices
  • Tailoring curriculum plans
  • Curriculum Development
  • Class management
  • Kind and empathetic educator
  • Student assessment and achievement
  • Student engagement tactics

Affiliations

  • Outdoors activities

Timeline

Teacher of MFL-Spanish

Nishkam School West London
08.2018 - Current

Teacher of MFL Spanish and French

Isleworth and Syon School for Boys
03.2017 - 07.2018

NQT MFL Teacher Spanish, French and Latin

St. Richard Reynolds Catholic School
08.2016 - 03.2017

PGCE - Modern Foreign Languages - Education

St. Mary's University
09.2015 - 07.2016

Tutor of Spanish and French to young children

Le Club Frances and El Club Español
09.2013 - 07.2015

Tutor of Spanish to adults

London Waterloo Academy
09.2011 - 07.2015

CLTA - Certificate on Language Teaching to Adults - Education

Goldsmiths University of London
09.2011 - 07.2012

Master of Arts-Spanish and French Literature - Linguistics

Universidad de Salamanca
09.1986 - 06.1993

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language and Literature - Linguistics

Universidad de Navarra
09.1986 - 06.1990
Arantxa Izcue Ciaurriz