Samantha Burnham
Abondance,France
Summary
Active, driven and highly experienced Primary School Teacher with expertise in the British and International Primary Curriculums. Known for patience, empathy, clear communication and effective motivational strategies. Builds an excellent rapport with students and utilises a variety of teaching methods to increase engagement and improve student understanding. Skilled in numeracy coaching and examination preparation. Committed to inspiring and supporting students emotional development, confidence and resilience as well as their academic performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
English teacher
Sainte-Croix des Neiges- Ecole Primaire St Maurice
Abondance, France
02.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered interactive, differentiated EFL lessons for the whole school (Ages 3-11) focused on increasing vocabulary, listening and speaking
KS2 Primary school teacher & DSL
La Garenne International School
Villars-sur-Ollon, Switzerland
09.2014 - 06.2024
- Created a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment where everyone is appreciated as an individual.
- Planned creative and engaging lessons to suit varied learning styles of students.
- Identified students needing extra support and delivered personalised, targeted private lessons to build confidence and improve academic achievement.
- Integrated technology into lessons, making learning more interactive and fun.
- Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
- Delivered comprehensive, meaningful feedback to students and parents to help improve students' academic performance.
- Coordinated field trips to supplement curriculum-based learning and facilitated outdoor adventure trips to enrich student experiences.
- Mentored new teachers providing guidance on effective teaching practices and delivered whole school professional development on Safeguarding and Child Protection.
Primary Teacher & PE Coordinator
Glebe Primary School
London, England
09.2012 - 07.2014
- Developed detailed lesson plans for diverse student abilities, ensuring academic progression.
- Managed classroom behaviour with consistent disciplinary guidelines, maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Organised school-wide health and fitness events to foster community spirit and increase physical activity levels.
- Led after-school sports clubs, organised inter-school competitions and participated in local tournaments and athletic events.
Education
PGCE Primary - 5-11 with MFL
Plymouth Marjon University
Plymouth 09.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Wales Institute Cardiff
Cardiff 09.2005 - 07.2008
A-Levels - English Language and Literature, Biology, Physical Education, Spanish
Helston Community College
Cornwall 09.2003 - 07.2005
Skills
- British KS2 and IPC expertise
- English as a foreign language (EFL) teaching
- Clear communication
- Motivational strategies & positive reinforcement
- Constructive feedback giving
- Numeracy coaching
- Examination preparation
- Pastoral care
Languages
French
Advanced
Spanish
Elementary
Italian
Elementary
Affiliations
- Mountain Biking and Road Biking
- Trail Running
- Sport Climbing
- Skiing and Backcountry Ski Touring
- Violin
Sporting Accomplishments
Le semi de la Dent d'Oche 2024- 21km 1400m Elevation
Trail des Gets 2022, 2024 - 21km 1100m Elevation
Run Mate Lac Leman 2022- 220km team relay around Lac Leman
Tour du Chablais 2017-2025
Paris Marathon 2014
Bath Half Marathon 2013, 2014
Ealing Half Marathon 2012, 2013
Captain UWIC Volleyball team
Certification
First Aid Training- Formamed 2021, 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English teacher
Sainte-Croix des Neiges- Ecole Primaire St Maurice
02.2025 - Current
KS2 Primary school teacher & DSL
La Garenne International School
09.2014 - 06.2024
Primary Teacher & PE Coordinator
Glebe Primary School
09.2012 - 07.2014
PGCE Primary - 5-11 with MFL
Plymouth Marjon University
09.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science
University of Wales Institute Cardiff
09.2005 - 07.2008
A-Levels - English Language and Literature, Biology, Physical Education, Spanish
Helston Community College
09.2003 - 07.2005
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