Megan – Graduate Teaching Assistant | Aspiring Child Psychologist | Kingston University
Megan is a First-Class Psychology graduate from Kingston University with an impressive combination of classroom teaching, SEND support and child-focused psychological research experience. She currently plans and delivers Art and Design lessons to primary-aged pupils while also working directly with neurodivergent children through university research, including children with ADHD. Her academic strengths in child development, cognition, mental health and neurodiversity complement a warm and practical approach to supporting young people. Megan is keen to develop her career within education and would bring maturity, creativity and a strong understanding of individual differences to a Graduate Teaching Assistant role.
Education & Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology, First-Class Honours: Kingston University
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science – D*D*D*: John Ruskin College
- GCSEs: English (5) and Mathematics (5): John Ruskin College
Experience Summary
Megan brings a particularly relevant blend of direct teaching experience, SEND support and academic Psychology expertise. She has already worked with primary-aged pupils in a teaching capacity and has substantial experience engaging with neurodivergent children through research and disability support, giving her a strong foundation for supporting pupils with differing educational, behavioural and emotional needs.
- Plans and delivers Art and Design lessons for primary-aged children, developing curriculum content, adapting activities for different abilities and monitoring pupil progress
- Confident managing groups and creating safe, purposeful learning environments while encouraging creativity, independence and participation
- Works directly with neurodivergent and neurotypical children through Kingston University research, including administering IQ assessments to children with ADHD
- Has developed a strong practical understanding of neurodiversity, cognition and individual differences through research into neurodevelopment, physical activity and mental wellbeing
- Experienced supporting children with physical and learning disabilities through group activities and personalised, person-centred support
- Builds trusting relationships with children and adults requiring additional emotional or practical support through her work with Jigsaw4u
- Combines a First-Class Psychology degree with substantial research experience, providing a strong evidence-informed understanding of child development, behaviour and barriers to learning
- Demonstrates consistently strong academic performance, including Kingston University's Course Director's Award for Best All-Round Performance, Academic Excellence Award and Outstanding Achievement Award