Susana Ramos
Hounslow,London
Summary
Compassionate, creative and effective Educator with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development, project planning and students individual paperwork (IEPs and EHCPs) . Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments and teaching methods, with focus on additional learning needs and disabilities (14 years of experience in a range of needs and disabilities - students with Autism Spectrum Conditions, PMLD, SEMH).
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
KS4 Complex Needs Class teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
Hounslow , London
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Planned, reviewed and Updated EHCPs (section F) as per students' individual needs;
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise school programmes.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Trained and supported class team in supporting students' development and learning;
- Designed and delivered training sessions for parents and carers;
KS4 Autism Spectrum Condition Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group (Hounslow)
Hounslow, London
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Liaised with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational therapists and other professionals to support students' learning and development according to their unique needs;
- Behaviour management;
- Trained staff, parents and carers in using bespoke strategies to support students' learning and development;
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programmes.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
KS4 PMLD Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
Hounslow, London
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Liaised with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and other professionals to ensure students learning and development as per their unique needs;
- Embedded Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational therapy and Physiotherapy individual programmes in daily lesson planning and delivery
- Completed and refreshed regularly medical training (Gastro feeding, oxygen and suctioning equipment, first aids, asthma, EpiPen and Buccal training for epilepsy), in order to ensure students' safety and wellbeing in class;
- Adapted National curriculum to class sensory needs;
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual, physical/emotional disabilities.
- Boosted student success by maximising individual learning, balancing group and individual instruction models to accommodate different academic levels.
- Completed training courses to keep up-to-date with new teaching methods and developments in the field.
- Designed innovative teaching techniques that earned positive feedback by school management.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
KS4 Complex Needs Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
Hounslow, London
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Utilised curriculum expertise to create inspiring class plans and resources, optimising pupil engagement and results.
- Achieved exceptional student results in line with curriculum targets, growing overall school performance.
- Encouraged a love of learning in students of varying abilities, enhancing positive educational experiences.
- Made positive differences to pupil confidence and happiness through nurturing support and care.
- Worked collaboratively with teaching assistants to offer children optimal care and education.
- Promoted commitment to school's safeguarding processes to ensure paramount student safety and wellbeing.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Planned lessons according to national standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardised tests.
- Preserved the confidentiality of student records and information at all times.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor recreational activities.
- Prioritised strategies to develop responsible, independent learners.
SEN Tutor and TA (focus on Behaviour Management)
Abacus Education, Prospero and Tradewind
London, London
01.2017 - 02.2017
- Worked with students in small groups and 1:1 to provide additional support with activities and lessons, offering constructive feedback and advice to develop reading skills.
- Prepared additional learning resources and aids to promote inclusivity in learning.
- Identified signs of distress in students, resolving behavioural and emotional issues.
- Created a friendly, positive and inspiring learning environment to facilitate interactions amongst students.
Unqualified Special Needs Teacher
Insights Independent School
Ealing, London
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Planned, designed and delivered Spanish lessons to students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (KS2 to KS4);
- Planned, designed and delivered Home Cooking Skills lessons (KS2 to KS4);
- Planned, designed and delivered BTEC in Children's Play, Learning and Development;
- Tutored students for GSCE Foundation Levels for Maths and Science;
- Tutored students for their Functional Skills in Maths and English;
- Met with other professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress.
- Employed variety of instructional techniques and media to meet individual student needs and capabilities.
- Prepared reports on students and activities for administration team.
- Managed student behaviour, intervening in crisis situations to resolve conflicts.
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Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Education
University of Buckingham
Buckingham 09.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Journalism - Journalism with Outcomes for Teaching
University of Coimbra
Portugal 09.2006 - 08.2009
Skills
- EHCP development, review and update
- Visual impairment, hearing impairment/other physical disabilities adjustments/support
- Learning strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Conditions, ADHD, Dyslexia and students with SEMH difficulties;
- Disability behaviour management
- Inclusive education
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
- Testing and grading
- Student records management
- Curriculum Development
- Staff and parents/carers training
- TEACCH, Makaton, Attention Autism
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Native
Spanish
Fluent
French
Advanced
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
KS4 Complex Needs Class teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
09.2022 - 03.2023
KS4 Autism Spectrum Condition Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group (Hounslow)
09.2020 - 08.2022
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Education
University of Buckingham
09.2019 - 07.2020
KS4 PMLD Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
09.2018 - 08.2020
KS4 Complex Needs Class Teacher
Oaklands Schools Group
03.2017 - 08.2017
SEN Tutor and TA (focus on Behaviour Management)
Abacus Education, Prospero and Tradewind
01.2017 - 02.2017
Unqualified Special Needs Teacher
Insights Independent School
09.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Journalism - Journalism with Outcomes for Teaching
University of Coimbra
09.2006 - 08.2009
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