Tanika Bruce

Teaching Assistant with international classroom experience supporting primary and secondary learners, including EAL and SEN students. Skilled in classroom support, behaviour management, lesson adaptation, safeguarding, and student progress monitoring. Calm, patient, and committed to creating inclusive learning environments that support both academic achievement and emotional wellbeing.

Learning support Assistant - Hatton Special Needs School - London

(2026-02 - 2026-05)

• Supported students during classroom learning through lesson delivery, reinforcement of learning objectives, and one-to-one guidance.
• Assisted the main class teacher with delivering structured lessons and managing behaviours.
• Liaise with external support about students' progress and wellbeing (including occupational therapists).
• Implemented and monitored targets set out in Individual Education Plans, Education, Health and Care Plans.
• Adapted and modified teaching materials to support individual learning styles and abilities.
• Assisted students with toileting needs during toileting time.

Homeroom / English Teacher - Altiora English Academy - South Korea

(2024-02 - 2025-07)

• Supported students during classroom learning through lesson delivery, reinforcement of learning objectives, and one-to-one guidance.
• Assisted learners requiring additional support, including EAL students, by adapting teaching materials and breaking down instructions.
• Managed classroom behaviour using positive behaviour strategies to maintain a focused and supportive learning environment.
• Monitored student progress, assessed learning outcomes, and maintained accurate academic records and reports.
• Worked collaboratively with colleagues to support student wellbeing, engagement, and development.

Polling Assistant - City of York Council

(2021-05 - 2021-05)

• Maintained accurate paperwork and confidential records.
• Followed safeguarding, compliance, and procedural guidelines.

Retail & Customer Support Roles - Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Primark

(2015 - 2020)

• Maintained accurate records and handled confidential information.
• Followed health, safety, and compliance procedures.
• Communicated clearly with customers and colleagues.

Global Guide & Teaching Assistant - York St John University

(2022-09 - 2023-05)

• Supported students in lessons and extracurricular activities, providing academic and pastoral support.
• Assisted in planning and delivering English language sessions for international students.
• Monitored student progress and updates to teaching staff.
• Supported inclusive learning by helping students adapt to new educational environments.
• Assisted with classroom administration, event coordination, and student record keeping.

BA - Korean, TESOL & Linguistics - York St John University (2019 - 2023)

Korean Language & Literature - Kyungpook National University (2021 - 2022)

Access to HE - Social Sciences - Morley College (2018 - 2019)

BTEC Art & Design Level 2 - Art & Design - Tower Hamlets College (2012 - 2013)