Adam Peter Rowntree
Bergamo,Provincia di Bergamo
Summary
Supportive teaching professional with many years of experience teaching students with a wide range of disabilities and educational needs. Encourages pupils to flourish in academic settings by providing structure in the classroom. Patient and motivational promoting social and intellectual development.
Looking to progress in my career and develop my knowledge.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
SEN teaching assistant
International School of Bergamo
Bergamo, Provincia di Bergamo
08.2016 - Current
- Promoted inclusion of pupils, guaranteeing equal access to learning and development opportunities.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
- Worked with SENCO to ensure effective planning and delivery of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Supported emotional and educational development of different students with SEN challenges, including autism, ADHD and anxiety.
- Applied student assessment information to personalise support for students struggling with assignments.
Head waiter
Lotus Group
Sydney, New South Wales
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Oversaw staff schedules according to strengths to build productive teams for each shift.
- Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate.
- Listened to guest complaints and worked with kitchen staff or management to promptly resolve issues.
- Guided guests through menus while demonstrating detailed knowledge of dishes and ingredients.
- Totalled bills for customers and accepted payment via cheque, currency and card payments.
- Managed cash tips and reconciled tickets against till at end of the shift.
SEN Outreach Teacher
Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust Home
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Tracked student attendance and performance, intervening early in concerning issues.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Worked cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed.
- Taught self-help skills to students with hearing, sight and other impairments.
- Assisted SEN students in regular classes with assignments.
- Generated ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
- Offered guidance and advice to parents on educational and social matters relating to SEN students.
- Created classroom environment to promote physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged good behaviour through positive reinforcement and incentives.
- Collaborated with staff to plan and schedule lessons for special needs students.
Football coach
Kickeroos
Sydney, New South Wales
12.2013 - 11.2014
- Adapted coaching and leadership styles to suit individual needs for maximised athlete engagement.
- Planned cohesive training schedules to drive team performance.
- Attended regular training to maintain up-to-date health, fitness and sports science knowledge.
- Educated participants on acceptable behaviour and standards of play.
- Delivered technical and tactical training, equipping players with practical skills.
- Led practice sessions to simulate gameplay and help athletes learn new strategies.
- Coached young individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence.
Teacher assistant
Bede Academy
Blyth, Northumberland
11.2009 - 09.2013
- Built trusting, respectful relationships with pupils through attentive listening and communication abilities.
- Taught students important learning, study and behaviour management skills for academic success.
- Helped teachers with lesson plan development, class preparation and student mentoring.
- Delivered additional learning support opportunities to small student groups, enabling improved academic confidence.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays for daily lessons.
- Created positive, engaging learning environments to improve student experiences.
- Supported teachers in managing challenging student behaviour, conducting progress meetings to provide feedback and recommend appropriate action.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 Certificate in understanding children and young people's mental health
Newcastle College
Newcastle upon Tyne 05.2020 - 11.2020
Diploma of Higher Education - In Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
Northumberland College
Ashington 09.2011 - 05.2013
BTEC level 3 - Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Certificate: In Sport (performance and Excellence)
Boston College UK
Boston, United Kingdom 09.2006 - 06.2008
NVQ Level 3 - Achieving excellence in Sports Performance
Boston College UK
Boston, United Kingdom 09.2006 - 06.2008
GCSEs -
St Cuthbert's High School
Newcastle upon Tyne 09.2004 - 07.2006
Skills
- Special education support
- Behaviour modelling
- Lesson planning
- Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) compliance
- SEN interventions
Languages
English
Native
Italian
Intermediate
Certification
Full Driving license
Level 2 Football Coaching
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Timeline
Diploma of Higher Education - Level 2 Certificate in understanding children and young people's mental health
Newcastle College
05.2020 - 11.2020
SEN teaching assistant
International School of Bergamo
08.2016 - Current
SEN Outreach Teacher
Trinity Academy Newcastle Trust Home
07.2015 - 07.2016
Head waiter
Lotus Group
04.2014 - 11.2014
Football coach
Kickeroos
12.2013 - 11.2014
Diploma of Higher Education - In Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools.
Northumberland College
09.2011 - 05.2013
Teacher assistant
Bede Academy
11.2009 - 09.2013
BTEC level 3 - Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Certificate: In Sport (performance and Excellence)
Boston College UK
09.2006 - 06.2008
NVQ Level 3 - Achieving excellence in Sports Performance
Boston College UK
09.2006 - 06.2008
GCSEs -
St Cuthbert's High School
09.2004 - 07.2006
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