Lauren Bell

Wolfson College Barton Road, CB3 9BB Cambridge, UK

H 0747 405 1221 B laurenuh@gmail.com
www.teachingportfoliolaurenbell.weebly.com

Education
Auckland University Auckland, New Zealand
Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary Teaching) 2015
The Autonomous University of Madrid Madrid, Spain
Bachelor of Arts, First Class Honours (Study Exchange) 20132014
The University of Melbourne Melbourne, Australia
Bachelor of Arts, First Class Honours 20112013
Major in Geography and Spanish
St Peters School Cambridge, New Zealand
Secondary School, NCEA Level 3 20042008

Employment History
Randstad Education Cambridge, United Kingdom
Supply Teacher 2017
Responsible for running all aspects of the daily classroom routine, in the absence of the classroom teacher.
Related skills:
{ Robust and flexible classroom management strategies for varying school environments.
{ Ability to organize the classroom effectively, including assigned support staff.
{ Awareness of child safety regulations and school policies.

Kaplan Cambridge, United Kingdom

Student Services Administrator 2017
Provided advice and support to students during their language learning experience and carried out administrative
tasks.
Related skills:
{ Excellent organizational skills to run student arrival inductions and graduation ceremonies.
{ Thorough understanding of visa and immigration regulations in the UK.
{ Efficient administrative skills
{ Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Orchard Grove Primary School Melbourne, Australia

Spanish Language Teacher 2016
Designed and implemented the Spanish program for Spanish learners aged 5 12 which, incorporated a balanced,
relevant and differentiated curriculum to facilitate an engaging learning environment.
Related skills:
{ Create and deliver high quality lessons through fun and creative activities.
{ Manage classes effectively, using approaches which are appropriate to pupils needs in order to inspire, motivate
and challenge pupils.
{ Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
{ Establish and maintain good relationships within the school team to effectively manage support staff and work
collaboratively with others.

The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) Melbourne, Australia

Student Advisor 2014

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Provide timely and accurate information about RMIT University student administration processes, policies, systems
and activities to all student cohorts, relevant academic and general staff, parents and employers in accordance with
policy and procedures.
Related skills:
{ Delivering information regarding governmental policies related to study and the rules and regulations within the
University.
{ High level of customer service and administrative expertise.
{ Complex issue resolution and decision making.
{ Efficient navigation of multiple computer applications and resources.

The University of Melbourne Melbourne, Australia

Research Assistant (Volunteer) 2014
Analyzing the charcoal quantities in a mud core from the Hartz lake in Tasmania to review the relationship between
the fire occurrences in the past to understand past vegetation change.
Related Skills:
{ Research techniques in charcoal analysis.
{ Work independently.

Victoria University Melbourne, Australia

Student Services Officer 20122013
Providing advice to current students and promoting Victoria University to future students.
Related Skills:
{ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
{ Ability to work flexibly and efficiently as a member of a team in a high volume customer-focused environment.
{ Switchboard and online chat management
{ Delivering information regarding governmental policies related to study and the rules and regulations within the
University.

YMCA Camp Chief Hector Outdoor School Canmore, Canada

Outdoor Leader 2009
Worked with youth from a variety of backgrounds promoting teamwork, leadership, individual growth and a positive
relationship between people and the environment.
Related Skills:
{ Applied policies and procedures regarding risk management, safety assessment, and emergency response.
{ Supervised children in an outdoor environment while planning and leading daily activities.
{ Leadership and behaviour management skills.

Additional skills
Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
{ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
{ Adobe Photoshop
{ Basic Adobe Illustrator
Qualifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
{ Registered teacher in Australia
{ First aid and anaphylaxis training

References
Available upon request.

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