Graduate Teaching Assistant | BA Classical Civilisation (First Class) | SEN, Primary & Secondary Support
Gemma is a motivated and academically strong graduate from the University of Nottingham with a First-Class degree in Classical Civilisation and extensive experience teaching English as a Second Language both in the UK and internationally. She is passionate about supporting learners to overcome barriers to learning and build confidence in communication and academic skills.
Gemma is now seeking a Teaching Assistant role within either primary or secondary schools, with a particular interest in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, where she can contribute her adaptable teaching style, strong communication skills and genuine enthusiasm for helping young people succeed.
Education & Qualifications
- BA Classical Civilisation (First Class Honours): University of Nottingham
- TEFL Certificate (120 Hour, Distinction): 2019
- A Levels: Psychology (A), English (B), Classical Civilisation (B): Wanstead High School
- GCSEs: 10 subjects including English (B) and Mathematics (A): Wanstead High School
Experience Summary
Gemma brings a combination of teaching experience, international education exposure and strong organisational skills developed through both classroom teaching and professional roles. She has worked with learners across a wide age range and from diverse backgrounds, developing a flexible and supportive approach that helps students engage confidently with learning.
- Taught English as a Second Language to students aged 7–18 and adults, delivering engaging lessons that build confidence in communication and participation.
- Designed and delivered intensive English courses for international students aged 15–18, adapting lesson content to suit different abilities and learning needs.
- Provided personalised one-to-one tutoring for learners from beginner to advanced levels, developing tailored learning plans to support measurable progress.
- Created inclusive learning environments encouraging participation, curiosity and confidence among students from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Demonstrated strong organisation and leadership skills through project coordination and team management roles in professional environments.
Key Strengths
- Strong communication skills developed through international teaching experience
- Confident supporting learners with diverse needs and language barriers
- Adaptable teaching style suited to SEN and mixed-ability environments
- Patient, empathetic and encouraging approach to learning support
- Highly organised with strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Multilingual ability with advanced Spanish (C1)