Barry Crosby

Dedicated and compassionate learning support practitioner with substantial experience working directly with children and young adults in educational settings. Skilled in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments, adapting support to diverse needs and abilities, and using creative approaches to foster confidence, independence and positive progress.

Learning Support Assistant - ESPA - Tasker College

(2021-09 - 2026-06)

Supporting students in small groups and on a 1-1 basis; helping tutors manage classroom activities and vocational provisions; focusing on communication, independence and self awareness; assisting learners in and outside of the community as part of a structured curriculum.

Classroom Mentor - Sunderland College

(2017-06 - 2018-07)

Enhanced students’ learning experience using innovative teaching techniques; incorporated interactive problem-solving activities to develop critical thinking; administered confidential counselling sessions for personal issue resolution; improved student motivation through reward systems.

Teaching Assistant - Spark of Genius

(2016-02 - 2017-05)

Helping to build confidence and self esteem; helping students overcome barriers to learning, creating action plans and working towards goals and targets; collaborating with teachers, parents and outside agencies.

Peripatetic Music Teacher - Grindon Hall Christian School

(2013-01 - 2015-09)

Providing music tuition to primary and secondary pupils; planning engaging lessons and maintaining structured schemes of work; tracking progress, attendance and achievement records; liaising with the Head of Department and attending parent evenings.

GCSE passes - Maths, English, Art and Design and Music - Bede Secondary School (1984-09 - 1989-06)

Bachelor of Arts degree - Community Music - University of Sunderland (2009-09 - 2012-05)

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training - Sunderland College (2019-09 - 2020-06)