Eric Appiah

My approach is student-centered. I adapt my instruction to meet their unique needs while fostering an environment where they can feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes. In addition to having strong classroom management skills, I have a proven track record of developing engaging curricula tailored for students at different levels. Ultimately, I view teaching as an opportunity to impart important academic knowledge and instil lifelong values such as curiosity, resilience, and compassion. Consistency, positive reinforcement, and clear communication are key components of my effective behaviour management.
I have experienced numerous CPD sessions and will continue to do so. I have also completed a weekly duty (before school and at break} and attend daily briefings (whole school, subject or pastoral). I have taken on board the policies of the school and maintain a high standard in all my practices. I have a good understanding of the framework within which I work and my professional duties.
I have been able to rapidly adapt to the different circumstances in which I have trained, working confidently within the frameworks established in different settings and applying rules and routines consistently and fairly. I have also demonstrated an ability to adapt to remote working and remote delivery in response to the past Global Pandemic. I can manage pupil behaviour with ease so that learners display very high levels of engagement, courtesy, collaboration and cooperation. Where it is needed, I actively seek additional support in addressing the needs of pupils where significantly challenging behaviour is demonstrated.
I believe that a teacher must be flexible above all. We do not learn in the same way and to enable each child to reach their full potential a teacher must be able to look at the same scenario in a variety of ways. Throughout my various experiences of teaching, I have learned that a keen desire to be reflective is essential. If I fail to learn from past mistakes as well as successes I cannot create or amend my material to comply with the child's needs. Teaching to me is the foundation that produces an open-minded, intellectual and moral society. We should never stop questioning and challenging the world around us.

I would relish the opportunity to work at your school and look forward to discussing this further with you at the interview.