Riley D.
English Teacher
riley.d@email.com | (555) 000-0000 | Croydon, Greater London
Professional Summary
English Teacher with 3 years of classroom experience specialising in curriculum development and differentiated instruction. Designed engaging lessons that improved attainment and kept parents informed through regular communication. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and supporting diverse student needs.
Skills
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Curriculum Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Classroom Management
Experience
English Teacher — Perham Education Partnership
London | Jan 2022 – Present
  • Developed literature and language curricula for GCSE classes, raising pass rates from 65% to 82%.
  • Implemented differentiated learning strategies that increased participation in mixed-ability groups.
  • Organised parent workshops to share progress updates and support resources, boosting engagement.
  • Led a writing intervention programme that improved student attainment by an average of two grade levels.
  • Coached the school debating team to regional finals, enhancing critical thinking and public speaking skills.
Teaching Assistant — Wayman Learning Trust
Croydon, Greater London | Jan 2020 – Dec 2022
  • Supported lead teachers in delivering lesson plans and managing classroom behaviour for 30+ students.
  • Facilitated small group literacy sessions that accelerated reading comprehension by six months.
  • Prepared educational materials and resources, streamlining weekly planning for multiple year groups.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to tailor activities for students with learning differences.
  • Helped coordinate school drama productions that reinforced storytelling fundamentals and built student confidence.
Education
B.A. Education
Penn State University
State College, PA | Graduated 2016
Certifications
  • PGCE Secondary English
  • Safeguarding Children Training