Christopher Tifflin
Shanghai, China
Summary
A dedicated educator with a decade of diverse teaching experience, focused on delivering the UK National Curriculum across key stages. A reliable contributor to any team, who can provide tailored literacy support which meets learners' needs. While also proactively involved in after-school programs that promote student engagement and foster their talents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Homeroom Teacher
Shanghai Concord Bilingual School (Primary)
Puxi, China
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered KS1 and KS2 learning across English, Science, History, Art, PSHE, Geography, and PE in alignment with UK National Curriculum standards.
- Developed effective strategies teaching with colleagues to foster collaborative learning environments.
- Founded and ran an after-school writing for two years, providing a creative space for students to develop their writing skills.
- Developed and facilitated targeted literacy support for Grade 1 learners and IGCSE support for Grade 10 learners, while contributing to an Advanced Book Club for high-level readers.
- Developed engaging lesson plans which met curriculum expectations.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student participation.
- Monitored student performance through assessment tools to track student progress and understanding.
- Collaborated with parents to address student needs effectively and to support academic progress.
- Integrated technology into lessons to support diverse learning styles.
- Completed professional development courses to uphold and evolve professional standards of conduct and care.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Supervised students throughout the day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
English Teacher
Shanghai Pinghe Bilingual School
Qingpu, China
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered English education to bilingual students, fostering language acquisition and cultural understanding.
- Taught Grade 1 English, designed engaging lessons and homework, assessed pupil progress, and collaborated with parents to support student development.
- Developed physical and multimedia resources to enhance learning and actively participated in school activities and events.
English Teacher
JadeClass Education
Shanghai, China
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided English language education to students in Shanghai, fostering language proficiency and cultural understanding.
- Taught Literature, Grammar, Writing, Biology and Physics to Kindergarten through Grade 5 students in small-group and online settings, enhancing their understanding of core subjects.
- Developed online and mobile curriculum content for Grades 1-9, aligning with educational standards and improving student engagement.
English Teacher
English Campus Education
Handan, China
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Instructed kindergarten learners aged 3-7 in English across diverse schools and class settings, fostering early language development.
- Developed lesson plans, managed classroom routines, and coordinated extracurricular performances to enhance student engagement.
- Delivered English language instruction in Handan, focusing on supporting the local community's language acquisition.
Education
Certificate - TEFL and TESOL
Global Language Training
12-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Literature, Creative Writing
University of South Africa
Durban, South Africa05-2014
Matriculation with Merit -
Durban High School
Durban, South Africa12-2006
Skills
- Curriculum delivery for key stages 1 and 2
- Literacy enhancement strategies
- Differentiated instruction and adaptive planning
- Inclusive learning and EAL support
- SEND-aware classroom practices
- Learner assessment and feedback
- Pastoral care and safeguarding measures
- Project-based learning
- Mentorship support
- Parent collaboration
- Team collaboration skills
- Student-centered and technology-integrated learning
Professional Focus
Inclusive classroom practice, strong writing instruction, pastoral care and learner wellbeing, supported by current CPD in safeguarding and pedagogy.
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Recent Professional Development
Recent CPD includes certificates in pedagogy, safeguarding, AI in education, adaptive planning, and EAL support.
Selected Achievements
- Selected to mentor colleagues and noted for pastoral care to learners.
- Founded and operated a popular Writing Club for two years, supporting pupils' creativity, imagination and technical writing skills.
- Proactively initiated and supported after-school programmes, including literacy support, IGCSE support and advanced reading provision.
Timeline
Primary Homeroom Teacher
Shanghai Concord Bilingual School (Primary)
08.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Shanghai Pinghe Bilingual School
10.2021 - 06.2022
English Teacher
JadeClass Education
10.2019 - 10.2021
English Teacher
English Campus Education
10.2017 - 07.2019
Certificate - TEFL and TESOL
Global Language Training
Bachelor of Arts - Languages and Literature, Creative Writing
University of South Africa
Matriculation with Merit -
Durban High School