Cary-Anne Parrish
Primary School Teacher
Summary
Professional educator with strong experience in fostering engaging learning environments and driving student success. Adept at curriculum development, classroom management, and personalized instruction. Valued team collaborator, highly skilled in meeting diverse learning and well-being needs, ensuring every student is supported academically, socially, and emotionally. Known for reliability, effective communication, and passion for student growth. Passionate about building inclusive, high-impact learning environments that inspire creativity, resilience, and collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Education
Work History
Class Teacher – Appointed Acting Head as Needed
The Grange Institution
01.2022 - Current
- Planned and executed all Math, English, Science, IPC, and EAL lessons for the entire grade (Cambridge Curriculum).
- Improved overall class math and science grades by at least 1 grade level
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world problem-solving exercises.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, creating an inclusive environment where all students could thrive academically.
- Acting Head when Head of School was not present
- School Camp Coordinator- 2023
- Event organization and management, designated Emcee- 2022-2024
- Implemented and coordinated successful Sports Day event- 2022-2023
- In charge of staff and student welfare and well-being- 2023
- Environmental Sustainability Appointed Officer- 2024
- IEP creation and implementation for students with educational needs
Year 1 and 2 Class Teacher
Invictus International School
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Planned (as a team) and executed lessons for Math, English, Science, IPC, EAL and Art (Cambridge Curriculum).
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening the home-school connection.
Lead Teacher, Curriculum Designer
ArtsKidz International Preschool
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Lead teacher for Nursery 2 and Kindergarten 2 class teaching the IEYS curriculum.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Designed a PE and movement curriculum
Reading and Writing Specialist
MindChamps
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Reading and writing teacher from foundation level to Kindergarten 2.
- Centre management team- 2018-2019.
- Designed and created creative and interactive environment within the school.
- Managed a team of specialists and teachers, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to company policies.
Reading Specialist and Curriculum Designer
I Can Read
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Taught foundational and intermediate reading skills.
- Designed N1-K2 English Kindergarten curriculum.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted literacy interventions and strategies.
- Cultivated a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to take risks and develop confidence in their reading abilities.
EAL Teacher
Various institutions in Taiwan
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Rhodes University
Cambridge Certificate - Teaching and Learning
Cambridge
Diploma - Exercise Science
Health and Fitness Professionals Association
Diploma - Educational Psychology
Alison Online Learning
09.2025
Skills
Creative and critical thinking development
Student well-being and resilience building
Strategic and Pastoral leadership
Collaborative learning
Parent-teacher communication
Peer mentoring
Classroom management
Certification
Hess Educational Organisation-Taiwan: TEFL certification
References
Anita, Kaur, Head of Pre-primary GESS, Head of Primary The Grange Institution, akr6353@gmail.com, 98374245
Residency Status
Singapore Permanent Resident
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Class Teacher – Appointed Acting Head as Needed
The Grange Institution
01.2022 - Current
Year 1 and 2 Class Teacher
Invictus International School
01.2020 - 01.2021
Lead Teacher, Curriculum Designer
ArtsKidz International Preschool
01.2019 - 01.2020
Reading and Writing Specialist
MindChamps
01.2016 - 01.2019
Reading Specialist and Curriculum Designer
I Can Read
01.2013 - 01.2015
EAL Teacher
Various institutions in Taiwan
01.2007 - 01.2013
Diploma - Exercise Science
Health and Fitness Professionals Association
Diploma - Educational Psychology
Alison Online Learning
Bachelor of Science -
Rhodes University
Cambridge Certificate - Teaching and Learning
Cambridge