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Mildred Mbala Dafe
Teacher
SURBITON,Surrey
Summary
My passion for imparting knowledge and fostering a love of learning in children inspired me to complete a PGCE in Primary Education. I am dedicated to creating an environment that promotes independent learning skills, encourages inclusivity, and caters to diverse needs. Throughout my teaching career, I have developed a positive and effective behaviour management system, essential for an optimal teaching and learning environment. I aim to make a meaningful impact on children's lives through a holistic approach, fostering their growth and development. Professional educator skilled in fostering love for reading and writing. Proven ability to create engaging lesson plans and manage diverse classrooms. Collaborative team player known for adaptability and reliability, emphasizing teamwork and positive results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lower Primary English Teacher
Wellington College China, Hiba Academy Hangzhou
Hangzhou, China
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Encouraged students' open-mindedness and acknowledged their strengths.
- Fostered social, emotional, physical, and academic development.
- Promoted independent learning and established respectful relationships with students.
- Planned weekly activities integrating school values and supported the CCA program.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively through clear expectations and consistent reinforcement of rules and consequences.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner, leading to higher achievement rates among all students.
Class Teacher
Manor Park Primary Academy
Sutton, Surrey
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed and taught lesson plans based on the National Curriculum.
- Engaged pupils in learning through a variety of teaching styles and activities.
- Led the Mandarin after-school club and contributed to school-wide learning.
- Evaluated teaching practices for continuous improvement.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioural and academic issues.
Student Teacher
Burlington Junior Primary School
New Malden, Surrey
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Organized positive learning environments and catered to diverse student needs.
- Collaborated in planning and coordinating lessons, activities, and evaluations.
- Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
ESL Instructor
Longman Schools
Shanghai, China
05.2010 - 08.2017
- Taught ESL to children aged 3-14 using various interactive methods.
- Coordinated classroom programs and met with parents to discuss progress.
- Developed lesson plans and employed innovative teaching strategies.
- Constructed classroom management system to keep classroom disruption to minimum.
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners, tailoring instruction to meet their unique needs and abilities.
ESL Instructor/ Homeroom Teacher
Okiki Education
Shanghai, China
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Collaborated with kindergarten teachers and engaged with parents on student progress.
- Motivated students with creative lessons and maintained progress records.
- Offered one-on-one tutoring to improve student classroom performance, boosting overall performance .
- Established clear expectations for student behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive learning environment where all students felt valued and supported.
Education
Primary PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status - Education
Kingston University
Surrey.United Kingdom06.2020
Postgraduate Certificate in HRM - Human Resources Management
Kingston University
Surrey.United Kingdom07.2008
BA (Hons) - English Language
University of IFE
IFE06.2003
Skills
References
Tracy, Zheng, Head of Primary, Tracey.Zheng@hibaacademy.org, +86 057182396300, Wellington College China- Hiba Academy Hangzhou, Xue Zhi Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Accomplishments
- Lead for the Musical: Legally Blonde (Whole School Pastoral Care Contribution)
- Organized Reading Picnic (Promoted Oracy during Reading Week)
- Created Educational Resources (Pop-up Book, Scrapbook Projects)
Training
- How to use AI to meet the needs of ESL learners
- Writing moderation
- NGRT-Digital Guidance and PTE Assessment
- Microsoft search progress
- Apple Classroom
- Regularly update practices through current educational research. (Weekly CPD sessions)
- Daren Coxon- Keynote speaker using AI in the classroom-
- Using Edtech in assessment and planning- Jamie Speakerman-
- Oracy 21
- Phonics- Read Write Inc (RWI)-
- Basic First Aid- August 2023
- Jolly Phonics
Gaps in Employment
- 2017-2019: Relocated to the UK, raising children, and worked in non-teaching related jobs.
- 2020-2021: Employment gap due to the COVID pandemic.
- 2021-2022: Supply Teacher, various schools across Southwest London.
Interests
Timeline
Lower Primary English Teacher
Wellington College China, Hiba Academy Hangzhou
08.2023 - 07.2025
Class Teacher
Manor Park Primary Academy
09.2022 - 08.2023
Student Teacher
Burlington Junior Primary School
10.2019 - 03.2020
ESL Instructor/ Homeroom Teacher
Okiki Education
01.2011 - 08.2013
ESL Instructor
Longman Schools
05.2010 - 08.2017
Primary PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status - Education
Kingston University
Postgraduate Certificate in HRM - Human Resources Management
Kingston University
BA (Hons) - English Language
University of IFE
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