CHARLES R. E. SMALLING
Costco
Milton Keynes
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Qualified Mathematics Teacher with 15+ years of experience delivering engaging, student-centered instruction across secondary and adult-learning environments, including GCSE and CSEC preparation. Skilled in lesson planning, differentiated instruction, mathematics intervention, assessment, classroom management, and supporting students with diverse learning needs. Proven educational leader with experience as Head of Mathematics, Mathematics SBA Coordinator, mentor, and award-winning Mathematics Teacher, committed to improving attainment and developing confident, capable learners. Experienced in adapting teaching strategies to address varying abilities, learning gaps, and individual student needs while maintaining high academic expectations. Strong background in preparing students for external examinations through targeted instruction, additional classes, structured revision, and focused academic support. Effective in using assessment and student progress records to identify areas for improvement and inform instructional planning. Dedicated to fostering positive classroom environments where students develop mathematical reasoning, problem-solving ability, confidence, and a strong foundation for continued academic success.
Work History
Merchandise Stocker
3 Months- Replenished merchandise across sales floor, maintaining organized, fully stocked aisles.
- Organized backroom inventory for quick retrieval, clear labeling, and smoother replenishment workflows.
- Monitored product displays and corrected gaps to support consistent member shopping experience.
TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS
5 Years 6 Months- Curriculum Lesson Delivery: Deliver structured Mathematics lessons to Years 7–11 students aged 11–16, applying effective teaching methodologies aligned with curriculum standards.
- Differentiated Student Learning: Apply differentiated strategies and teaching methodologies to accommodate varied abilities, distinct learning styles, and individual needs.
- Comprehensive Academic Support: Plan and deliver Mathematics lessons, assessments, structured interventions, and targeted academic support to maximize student performance.
- GCSE Examination Preparation: Provide targeted Mathematics intervention specifically for Year 11 students preparing for their high-stakes external GCSE examinations.
- Progress Monitoring and Assessment: Monitor student academic progress continuously through accurate, detailed record keeping and regular, systematic assessment evaluation.
- Parent Communication and Engagement: Communicate regularly with parents to discuss individual student needs, overall progress, and appropriate tailored learning support.
- Environment and Safety Management: Support students through classroom management, safeguarding practices, positive learning environments, and child/safe training.
- Extracurricular School Involvement: Contribute actively to wider school life and student development through dedicated membership and participation in the Touch Rugby Team.
MATHEMATICS TEACHER
3 Months- Curriculum & Lesson Planning: Planned and delivered Mathematics lessons tailored to student abilities and curriculum requirements, ensuring alignment with academic standards.
- Exam Preparation & Support: Prepared students for CSEC Mathematics final examinations through structured instruction, targeted preparation, and dedicated review sessions.
- Adaptive Teaching Methods: Applied varied teaching strategies and methodologies to address individual student learning needs while effectively fostering concept mastery.
- Extended Academic Support: Delivered voluntary Saturday and Thursday morning classes to provide critical additional support and targeted intervention for CSEC students.
- Progress & Record Tracking: Maintained accurate student records and continuously monitored academic progress to evaluate comprehension and refine ongoing instructional focus.
- Parental Communication: Communicated proactively with parents regarding student needs, behavioral growth, and ongoing learning development to foster support at home.
- Extracurricular Involvement: Contributed actively to wider school activities and campus events as a dedicated member of the supportive Sports and Entertainment Committee.
- Student-Centered Engagement: Facilitated interactive classroom environment to boost overall student confidence, strengthen core numeracy skills, and enhance problem-solving.
MATHEMATICS & PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
9 Years 11 Months- Dual-Subject Instruction: Taught Mathematics and Physical Education across secondary-level classes, adapting instruction to meet diverse learning needs effectively.
- Examination Intervention: Prepared students for CSEC Mathematics examinations through targeted teaching, structured revision, and tailored student intervention.
- SBA Program Management: Served as CSEC Mathematics SBA Coordinator, supporting the overall organization and delivery of required student assessment deliverables.
- Departmental Leadership: Led the Mathematics Department from 2016 to 2018, supervising lesson quality, classroom management, and overall teacher effectiveness.
- Faculty Supervision & Review: Supervised Mathematics teachers and reviewed detailed lesson plans to ensure consistent standards and effective classroom practice.
- Academic Competition Coaching: Coached the schools Mathematics Team for the Rural Mathematics Competition while delivering classes for students needing target support.
- At-Risk Student Mentorship: Taught at-risk students using individualized intervention while mentoring new teachers and recruiting volunteerers for literacy work.
- Cross-Departmental Literacy: Collaborated with the English Department to boost reading competence, supporting literacy initiatives through the active APSE programme.
MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTOR
1 Year 11 Months- Adult Learner Preparation: Prepared adult learners for CSEC Mathematics examinations through structured instruction, targeted exam preparation, and guided study plans.
- Diverse Methodology Use: Used a range of teaching strategies and methodologies to accommodate different adult learning needs and varied educational backgrounds.
- Concept Simplification: Simplified mathematical concepts and provided focused academic support to strengthen learner understanding and foundational mastery.
- Exam Skill Development: Supported adult learners in developing the knowledge and skills required for successful examination performance on CSEC level tests.
- Targeted Math Coaching: Delivered tailored instructional guidance designed specifically to break down complex mathematical problems for returning students.
- Adult Student Support: Facilitated an encouraging learning environment that empowered adult learners to overcome challenges and build academic confidence.
- Curriculum Alignment: Aligned all instructional content directly with adult education guidelines and official CSEC Mathematics examination standards daily.
- Performance Evaluation: Assessed student progress routinely through targeted practice exercises to measure readiness for upcoming CSEC Mathematics assessments.
PRIVATE MATHEMATICS & ENGLISH TUTOR
1 Year 11 Months- Individualized Instruction: Provided individualized Mathematics and English instruction based on each learner's specific academic needs and learning goals.
- Multimodal Strategy Use: Applied multiple teaching strategies to strengthen subject knowledge, comprehension, and overall learning competence across subjects.
- Gap-Targeted Learning: Developed tailored learning support to address individual academic challenges, skill deficiencies, and critical learning gaps effectively.
- Parental Consultations: Conducted frequent consultations with parents to discuss progress and identify additional approaches to improve learning potential.
- Focused Exam Preparation: Prepared students for examinations through focused instruction, structured revision, and individualized academic support sessions.
- Result-Oriented Tutoring: Supported learners in achieving examination results through consistent, high-impact tutoring and targeted preparation.
- Dual-Subject Mentorship: Guided students across English and Mathematics topics, fostering critical thinking, literacy skills, and numerical precision.
- Progress Tracking: Monitored individual performance closely to adjust personalized lesson plans, ensuring continuous academic growth.
PART-TIME MATHEMATICS TEACHER
2 Years- Part-Time Exam Delivery: Delivered Mathematics instruction to students preparing for CSEC examinations on a part-time schedule to drive overall academic success.
- Instructional Strategy: Applied varied teaching strategies and methodologies to explain fundamental mathematical concepts and key numerical principles clearly.
- Differentiated Lesson Plans: Adapted lessons to address different student abilities and strengthen examination readiness through targeted practice and skill building.
- Targeted Math Interventions: Provided targeted academic support to help struggling students develop deep mathematical understanding and essential confidence daily.
- Curriculum Delivery: Executed structured syllabus goals during part-time hours to cover all required CSEC subject topics and reinforce key mathematical foundations.
- Student Readiness Review: Assessed core student competencies routinely to pinpoint learning gaps, adjusting part-time lesson delivery for maximum test preparation.
- Concept Skill Building: Guided learners through complex numerical problem-solving techniques to improve critical reasoning skills and boost test performance.
- Academic Support Outreach: Offered dedicated guidance during part-time instructional hours to foster student engagement and reinforce subject mastery.
STUDENT TEACHER – MATHEMATICS & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
3 Months- Tailored Lesson Planning: Planned and delivered Mathematics lessons tailored precisely to the distinct learning needs and varied abilities of assigned students.
- ICT-Integrated Delivery: Used varied instructional strategies and modern ICT to deliver engaging lessons, well suited to the requirements of digital learners.
- Multimodal Assessments: Conducted different forms of assessment to evaluate student understanding, monitor knowledge retention, and gauge overall academic progress.
- Record Maintenance: Maintained and updated accurate student records systematically to ensure clear documentation of performance, attendance, and development.
- Dual-Subject Engagement: Taught Physical Education and supported broader student development by promoting physical wellness alongside educational academic growth.
- Stakeholder Alignment: Built positive relationships with students, school colleagues, and parents to cultivate a collaborative, supportive educational community.
- Parental Conferences: Met with parents directly to discuss specific student concerns, academic progress, and individual learning needs for ongoing improvement.
- Athletic Team Coaching: Assisted with coaching the girls' football team, facilitating athletic training sessions, teamwork, and school sports participation.
STUDENT TEACHER – MATHEMATICS
1 Month- Individualized Planning: Planned and tailored Mathematics lessons across students' individual learning needs to optimize comprehension and learning outcomes.
- Language-Focused Delivery: Used Standard English as the primary language of instruction to support exactly clear and effective lesson delivery.
- Subject Proficiency Work: Provided Mathematics instruction to improve students' fundamental subject knowledge, analytical thinking, and overall proficiency.
- Homework Support: Assisted students with homework assignments and additional academic support to reinforce key mathematical concepts effectively.
- Record Tracking: Maintained accurate student records and monitored learning progress systematically to measure growth and identify areas for improvement.
- Targeted Math Practice: Facilitated structured practice sessions to help learners master complex problem-solving techniques and build classroom participation skills.
- Classroom Observation: Shadowed experienced educators during instruction to analyze effective teaching strategies and enhance pedagogical approaches.
- Formative Feedback: Evaluated daily coursework and provided constructive feedback to help students overcome learning hurdles and maintain academic focus.
- Language-Focused Delivery: Used Standard English as the primary language of instruction to ensure exceptionally clear, accurate, and structured lesson delivery.
- Homework Support: Assisted students with daily homework assignments while providing dedicated academic support to strengthen mathematical concepts.
- Record Tracking: Maintained precise student records and systematically monitored learning progress to track growth and refine instructional strategies.
- Targeted Math Practice: Facilitated structured practice sessions to help learners master complex problem-solving techniques and build classroom engagement.
Education
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) - Physical Education with Mathematics
Diploma in Teacher Education - Mathematics and Physical Education, Minor in Language & Literacy
CXC General Proficiency Examinations – Certificate/Passes
Certificate in Computer Repairs
High School Diploma
CXC General Proficiency Examinations – Certificate/Passes
Skills
Mathematics Curriculum Delivery
Secondary Mathematics Instruction
GCSE & CSEC Examination Preparation
Differentiated Mathematics Instruction
Curriculum Planning & Development
Lesson Planning & Instructional Design
Mathematics Intervention Strategies
Student Assessment & Evaluation
Academic Progress Monitoring
Classroom Management & Engagement
Individualized Learning Support
Mathematical Problem-Solving Development
Numeracy & Literacy Development
Targeted Academic Intervention
At-Risk Student Support
Examination & Revision Planning
Mathematics SBA Coordination
Student Mentoring & Development
Parent & Stakeholder Communication
Mathematics Department Leadership
Teacher Mentoring & Supervision
Educational ICT Integration
Student Record Management
Safeguarding & Student Welfare
Digital & Computer Literacy
Personal Information
Title: MATHEMATICS TEACHER | QUALIFIED MATHEMATICS TEACHER | MATHEMATICS LEARNING FACILITATOR | TEACHING PROFESSIONAL | MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT LEADER | STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT EDUCATOR
Certification
Professional Qualification: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), UK | June 2023
Accomplishments
- Mathematics Teaching Excellence: Delivered over 15 years of Mathematics instruction across secondary, adult, and tutoring settings, guiding diverse students through core concepts and exam study.
- Improved Examination Outcomes: Helped increase Kingston High's Mathematics pass rate by over 40% in 2018 through targeted CSEC prep, extra classes, differentiated instruction, and academic intervention.
AWARDS & HONOURS
Mathematics Teacher of the Year | Kingston High School | 2016-2017, Form Teacher of the Year | Kingston High School | 2013-2014
Affiliations
Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA)
Timeline
Merchandise Stocker
Costco
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
TEACHER OF MATHEMATICS
Shenley Brook End School
01.2021 - 07.2026Read More
MATHEMATICS TEACHER
St. George's College
09.2019 - 12.2019Read More
MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTOR
Caribbean Maritime Institute (now Caribbean Maritime University)
09.2015 - 08.2017Read More
PRIVATE MATHEMATICS & ENGLISH TUTOR
Private Tutoring
09.2015 - 08.2017Read More
PART-TIME MATHEMATICS TEACHER
Wolmer's High School for Girls
08.2015 - 08.2017Read More
MATHEMATICS & PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Kingston High School
09.2009 - 08.2019Read More
STUDENT TEACHER – MATHEMATICS & PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Jonathan Grant High School
01.2009 - 04.2009Read More
STUDENT TEACHER – MATHEMATICS
Jonathan Grant High School
10.2008 - 11.2008Read More
Jonathon Grant High School
CXC General Proficiency Examinations – Certificate/Passes
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Weequahic High School, New Jersey, USA
High School Diploma
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Portmore Community College
Certificate in Computer Repairs
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Jonathon Grant High School – Evening Institute
CXC General Proficiency Examinations – Certificate/Passes
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Mico University College
Diploma in Teacher Education from Mathematics and Physical Education, Minor in Language & Literacy
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Mico University College
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from Physical Education with Mathematics
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UK
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
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