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Joanna Metcalfe

Joanna Metcalfe

Primary School Teacher

Summary

  • Created and implemented lessons based on evidence-based pedagogy
  • Promoted student autonomy, reflective learning and intellectual curiosity
  • Developed a supportive, nurturing learning environment to support
    differentiation and inclusion
  • Planned an inspiring scheme of work based on the Cambridge International
    curriculum
  • Deployed phonetic instruction based on Sounds-Write methodology.
  • Effectively used formative assessment and summative assessment to triangulate student data
  • Used technology to enhance learning and collect meaningful data to effectively communicate with parents.
  • Lead and supported cocurricular activities: Maths enrichment, , assemblies, cultural events
  • Attended regular CPD sessions on peer assessment; communicative apps:
    CPOMS, SeeSaw

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary School Teacher (Relief)

The Perse School Singapore
05.2022 - Current
  • Taught core subjects of Math and English, at KS1 level.

Primary School Teacher (PGCEi)

The Perse School Singapore
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Created and implemented lessons based on evidence-based pedagogy
  • Promoted student autonomy, reflective learning and intellectual curiosity
  • Developed a supportive, nurturing learning environment to support differentiation and inclusion
  • Planned an inspiring scheme of work based on the Cambridge International curriculum
  • Deployed phonetic instruction based on Sounds-Write methodology
  • Effectively used formative assessment and summative assessment to triangulate student data
  • Used technology to enhance learning and collect meaningful data to effectively communicate with parents
  • Lead and supported co-curricular activities: Maths enrichment, paired reading, assemblies, cultural events
  • Attended regular CPD sessions on peer assessment; communicative apps:
  • CPOMS, SeeSaw
  • Japanese Language Student, Berlitz, Singapore, Singapore
  • SEPTEMBER 2019 — D ECEMBER 2020
  • Studied Japanese at a language school after moving to Singapore

Japanese Language Student

Berlitz
09.2019 - 12.2020

• Studied Japanese at a language school after moving to Singapore

Pre School Teacher Assistant

Komozawa Park International School
Tokyo
07.2016 - 06.2019
  • Created and implemented lesson materials based on thematic, child-led pedagogy
  • Supported literacy needs with phonetic instruction using Jolly Phonics methodology
  • Developed learning opportunities for an inquiry-based curriculum, including mathematical and scientific manipulative investigations
  • Guided learners in play-based learning with a growth mindset delivery
  • Organized and prioritized work to plan effectively with the class teacher in a timely, efficient manner
  • Attended regular CPD meetings and participated in Summer holiday camps.

English Language Teacher

Syneos Health
Tokyo
06.2016 - 01.2019
  • Evaluated and trained employees in phonetic decoding of English terminology in a medical and marketing context
  • Developed educational programs to support ESL language development within the workforce, by encouraging ‘English-hour’ lunches and
  • English-language social events
  • Performed conference calls, transcription services and copywriting duties
  • Integrated communications from US headquarters within the Japanese website and internal marketing communications

Assistant Language Teacher

Kohgakusha Elementary Schools
Yokohama
09.2009 - 06.2016
  • Taught English to Japanese English Second Language students in a primary school setting
  • Visited various Japanese elementary schools in the Yokohama area
  • Conducted pull-out enrichment classes in literacy and phonetic instruction
  • Developed schemes of work related to the school's vision statement and needs e.g
  • Oracy, writing, exam preparation, comprehension, literacy, listening skills
  • Inspired children to become globally aware citizens by using multifaceted learning materials and by setting high expectations in English language usage within lessons
  • Contributed to the wider school community by attending Japanese cultural and sporting events and celebrating Christian holidays
  • Reported progress to students, colleagues and parents.

Senior Marketing and Subscriptions Executive

Granta Publications
05.2008 - 07.2009
  • Generated ad copy and marketing communications alongside in-house editors, digital, sales, and PR departments
  • Planned and implemented new content for the company website
  • Worked with a keen understanding of marketing operations and campaign efforts
  • Utilized strong writing and research skills
  • Worked to build long-term relationships with company stakeholders.

English Language Teacher

Season Arts Educational Institute
Taichung
02.2006 - 12.2007
  • English language teacher at a pre-primary school using a student-centred
  • Reggio Emilia approach in Taiwan
  • Ensured the individual needs of the Mandarin-speaking students were met with strong pastoral care and effective parent-teacher communication
  • Enabled students to become active, self-directed, experiential learners in a relationship-driven environment
  • Led extracurricular activities such as morning yoga; Lego competitions and scavenger hunts to use in art-based projects
  • Conducted school trips to Sun Moon Lake and nearby towns.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Sunderland
United Kingdom
02.2022 - Current

Post Graduate Certificate of Education -

University of Sunderland
United Kingdom
01.2021 - 12.2021

Postgraduate Honours - Marketing Management And Research

University of South Africa
South Africa
01.2007 - 11.2009

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing and Child Psychology

University of Witwatersrand
South Africa
01.2001 - 02.2005

Primary And Secondary School -

Roedean School
South Africa
01.1992 - 12.2000

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
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Timeline

Primary School Teacher (Relief)

The Perse School Singapore
05.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

University of Sunderland
02.2022 - Current

Primary School Teacher (PGCEi)

The Perse School Singapore
01.2021 - 11.2021

Post Graduate Certificate of Education -

University of Sunderland
01.2021 - 12.2021

Japanese Language Student

Berlitz
09.2019 - 12.2020

Pre School Teacher Assistant

Komozawa Park International School
07.2016 - 06.2019

English Language Teacher

Syneos Health
06.2016 - 01.2019

Assistant Language Teacher

Kohgakusha Elementary Schools
09.2009 - 06.2016

Senior Marketing and Subscriptions Executive

Granta Publications
05.2008 - 07.2009

Postgraduate Honours - Marketing Management And Research

University of South Africa
01.2007 - 11.2009

English Language Teacher

Season Arts Educational Institute
02.2006 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing and Child Psychology

University of Witwatersrand
01.2001 - 02.2005

Primary And Secondary School -

Roedean School
01.1992 - 12.2000
Joanna MetcalfePrimary School Teacher