Susan Smithies

 Line-Manager for Year 1 team of five teachers and six teaching assistants
 Observed lessons, provided constructive feedback for the Year 1 team
 Responsible for the Year 1 Performance Management Scheme; setting departmental and individual targets
 Involved in drafting the marking and behaviour policies
 Responsible for overseeing the writing of Yearly and Medium Term plans for Year 1
 Assisted in the preparation of individualised learning plans for two ADHD Year 1 students
 Competency in the use of SIMS (School Information Management System)
 Responsible for proof-reading Year 1 reports
 Involved in development and running of the Buddy Teacher where experienced teachers shared their best practice with other teachers
 Organised on-line resources for Reception Team
 Assisted with the development of the ELC Website
 Involved in revamping cafeteria menus and organising health and wellness campaign

 Taught Grade 3 and 4 Science; Grade 3 Mathematics; Grade 1 and 2 I.C.T.
 Organised the Elementary School Science Fair
 Assisted with the Elementary School musical production
 Developed Individual Learning Plans for students with additional learning needs

 Organised a Maths Club for secondary students outside of school hours
 Involved in coordinating the Maths Curriculum
 Prepared all resources for Algebra One Course