Lauren Linaker

Experience

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  Summerfields Primary

  Mar 2017 - Aug 2021

  Responsible for teaching my own class English, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies as well as support classes as required. - Participated in all extracurricular activities, both sporting and cultural as needed.- Developed excellent classroom management, by having allocated quiet times to focus with “quiet critters” and positive behaviour reinforcement with praise and stickers. - Fostered good student-teacher relationships, by incorporating students’ interests and passions as real-life learning opportunities in lesson planning.- Promoted student growth mindset by teaching students that mistakes are a very important part of learning, thus encouraging them to challenge themselves. Show less

  • Lead Teacher

    Jan 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Homeroom Teacher

    Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

  • Teaching Assistant

    Mar 2017 - Dec 2017
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  Abu Dhabi International Private School

  Aug 2021 - now

  Homeroom Teacher

  - Teach stimulating, engaging and challenging lessons, incorporating technology.- Differentiate lesson resources and instruction for students with SEN and ESL based on data.- Stretch high-ability students by using effective higher-order questioning providing opportunities for students to inquire, think critically and problem-solve.- Assess and evaluate pupil progress and attainment summatively and formatively.- Provide students with ongoing verbal feedback to help them self-reflect and decide on their bestnext steps.- Communicate regularly with parents.- Collaborate with my year group in weekly departmental meetings.- Promote positive student wellness and well-being. Show less