Karen Jude, Teacher

Karen Jude

Teacher

Little House Nursery

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Sport Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
Experience
20 years, 10 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :20 years, 10 Months

Teacher at Little House Nursery
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • My current job since December 2013

Responsibility for a class of 15 children aged between 1 and 2 following the British EYFS curriculum. I have responsibility for developing work schemes and lesson plans to motivate my pupils, using resources imaginatively to help them learn.

I am also responsible for the development of the pupil's social and communication skills, whilst providing a safe and secure environment in which they can learn.

I have built close relationships with the children's' parents, providing regular feedback on each child's progress and personal development.

Toddler teacher at Little House Nursery
  • December 2013 to March 2014

Little House Nursery
Dec 2013 to date:- Toddler teacher with responsibility for a class of 15 children aged between 1 and 2. I am following the British EYFS curriculum, implementing this on a daily basis in both its technical content and practical application of observation, assessment and planning. I have responsibility for developing work schemes and lesson plans to motivate my pupils, using resources imaginatively to help them learn.
I am also responsible for the development of the pupil's social and communication skills, whilst providing a safe and secure environment in which they can learn. I have built close relationships with the children's' parents, providing regular feedback on each child's progress and personal development. I am fully committed to providing the highest quality of care and learning, with the aim of inspiring and enthusing my pupils in every activity.
I maintain a work journey of each child's achievements in their learning and development, charting a path that will see them progress smoothly to the Early Years Class.

Police Officer at Metropolitan Police Service
  • October 2003 to August 2011

Metropolitan Police Service
Oct 2003 - Aug 2011:- Police Officer. General police duties, including front line policing, responding to emergency calls, and public order events during my time working with the Territorial Support Group. At the police station, I had responsibility for booking detainees into the Criminal Justice System, taking finger prints, photographs and drug testing. On a daily basis I used a wide range of criminal intelligence IT systems, including the Police National Computer.
I passed my exams to become a Sergeant, and spent time as an Acting Sergeant at the Constable Training School, a senior role including responsibility for training sessions, marking course work and overseeing trainees' personal development. During my last year, I worked within the Territorial Support Group, with responsibility for dealing with major public disorder, policing large events and responding to incidents involving large scale violence or public safety concerns.
I also acted as a school liaison officer, working closely with local schools to ensure pupils were safe, secure and had a friendly point of contact within the police service to discuss any personal issues or concerns they might have.

Police Officer at Metropolitan Police Service
  • United Kingdom - London
  • October 2003 to August 2011

General police duties, including front line policing, responding to emergency calls, and public order events during my time working with the Territorial Support Group.

Responsibility for booking detainees into the Criminal Justice System, taking finger prints, photographs and drug testing.

On a daily basis I used a wide range of criminal intelligence IT systems, including the Police National Computer.

I passed my exams to become a Sergeant, and spent time as an Acting Sergeant at the Constable Training School, a senior role including responsibility for training sessions, marking course work and overseeing trainees' personal development.

During my last year, I worked within the Territorial Support Group, with responsibility for dealing with major public disorder, policing large events and responding to incidents involving large scale violence or public safety concerns.

I also acted as a school liaison officer, working closely with local schools to ensure pupils were safe, secure and had a friendly point of contact within the police service to discuss any personal issues or concerns they might have.

Health & Fitness Instructor at Enfield Leisure Centre Trust
  • United Kingdom - London
  • April 2001 to October 2003

Assisting clients with the safe use of cardiovascular machines, resistance equipment and free weights.

As a personal trainer, I was able to incorporate general fitness and health training, together with rehabilitation programs for clients suffering from sports related injuries.

I also have a good understanding of nutrition and diet plans for weight loss/gain, healthy lifestyle and sports event preparation to cater for each individual's personal circumstances and objectives.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Sport Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
  • at Middlesex University
  • May 2002
Bachelor's degree, Sport Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention
  • at Middlesex University
  • January 2002

Middlesex University 1998 - 2002 BSc (Hons) Degree in Sport Rehabilitation and Injury Prevention (2:1)

High school or equivalent, Advanced Biology & Advanced English Literature
  • at Westside School, Gibraltar
  • May 1998
Diploma, Gymnasium and Fitness
  • at Westside School
  • January 1998

Academy of Sports Certificate in Gymnasium and Fitness Westside School, Gibraltar 1996 - 1998

High school or equivalent, English Literature
  • at King Alfred's School
  • January 1996

King Alfred's School, Wantage, Oxon. 1994 - 1996 GCSE Standard English Literature English Language Mathematics German History Double Science Design & Technology Geography

High school or equivalent, Advanced Biology

'A' Levels Advanced Biology Advanced English Literature

Specialties & Skills

Government Agencies
Law Enforcement
School Administration
Administration
Teaching
Microsoft Software Packages
Police & Law Enforcement Services
Planning
Administration
LIAISON
PROGRESS
TESTING
TRAINING
Communication

Languages

German
Beginner
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certificate in Gymnasium and Fitness (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 1998
Valid Until:
May 2002

Hobbies

  • Fitness & running