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Secondary School Teacher CV Example

Secondary school teacher CV example for UK maths teachers: a QTS profile, GCSE and A Level results, assessment skills and safeguarding training.

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  • Education
  • Mid level
Roles2
Skills20
Years of experience8
Qualifications3
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Sarah Mitchell

Secondary School Teacher

Profile

Dedicated secondary school mathematics teacher with 5 years' experience delivering KS3, GCSE, and A-Level curricula across high-performing grammar schools. Consistently achieves 78-82% grade 5+ GCSE pass rates compared to 60% national average through innovative teaching methods and targeted intervention strategies. Expert in differentiation, behaviour management, and data-driven instruction with proven track record of improving student outcomes by up to 12%.

Experience

Teacher of MathematicsSep 2020 – Present
King Edward VI School

Lead mathematics teacher responsible for delivering KS3, GCSE, and A-Level Mathematics to 180+ students across 8 classes, including high-ability sets and intervention groups.

  • Achieved 82% grade 5+ GCSE pass rate in 2023 (22% above national average) through targeted revision programmes and individualised support
  • Introduced gamified learning platform resulting in 30% increase in homework completion rates and improved student engagement scores
  • Mentored 3 NQTs and trainee teachers, with all achieving 'Good' or 'Outstanding' final assessments
  • Led department's transition to new Edexcel GCSE specification, delivering training sessions to 6 colleagues
  • Implemented data tracking system reducing time spent on assessment by 25% whilst improving identification of underperforming students
  • Coordinated Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme for 45 students, achieving 98% completion rate
  • Established after-school revision classes attended by 85% of Year 11 cohort, contributing to school's 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating
Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT)Sep 2018 – Aug 2020
Stretford Grammar School

Successfully completed NQT induction programme whilst teaching KS3 and KS4 Mathematics across mixed-ability and set groups, supporting 150+ students.

  • Achieved 'Outstanding' final NQT assessment grade following rigorous mentoring and observation programme
  • Improved Year 11 GCSE pass rates from 65% to 77% through implementation of structured intervention sessions
  • Developed and delivered numeracy support programme for 25 students with SEN, resulting in 80% achieving target grades
  • Created interactive display boards that increased corridor engagement and informal learning opportunities
  • Collaborated with English department to deliver cross-curricular financial literacy workshops to Year 9 students
  • Maintained 95% attendance rate across all classes through positive behaviour management strategies
  • Completed safeguarding training and served as form tutor to 28 Year 8 students

Skills

  • GCSE Mathematics Teaching
  • A-Level Mathematics Delivery
  • Lesson Planning and Differentiation
  • Behaviour Management
  • Data Analysis and Assessment
  • SEN Support and Intervention
  • Safeguarding and Child Protection
  • Parent Communication
  • Curriculum Development
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Exam Preparation and Revision
  • Classroom Management
  • Progress Tracking
  • Mentoring and Training
  • Cross-Curricular Teaching
  • Educational Research
  • Report Writing
  • SIMS Management Information System
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Interactive Whiteboard Technology

Education

PGCE Secondary Mathematics (Distinction)University of Manchester (2017–2018)
BSc Mathematics (First Class Honours)University of Leeds (2014–2017)
A-Levels: Mathematics (A*), Further Mathematics (A*), Physics (A)Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (2012–2014)

Certifications

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Enhanced DBS Certificate
  • Level 2 Safeguarding Children Certification
  • Mental Health First Aid in Schools
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How to adapt this secondary school teacher CV

  • Open with a three or four line profile that names the job you want and your strongest results.
  • Turn duties into achievements: start each bullet with an action and end it with a result, such as time saved, money made or targets beaten.
  • Match your skills to each advert. This example leads with GCSE Mathematics Teaching, A-Level Mathematics Delivery and Lesson Planning and Differentiation; keep the ones that are true for you, in the employer's own words.
  • Keep it to two pages, most recent job first, and give the most space to your last two or three roles.

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