Linda Jill Manuel

Experienced and passionate educator with proven record of fostering academic achievement, personal growth, and wellbeing across diverse international curricula, including IB, British, American, and CAPS. Champion child-centred learning by adapting lessons to individual needs, supporting EAL learners through visual and auditory strategies, and applying research-based educational philosophies. Adept at leading curriculum development, formative and summative assessment design, and professional development initiatives, while mentoring newly qualified teachers and guiding colleagues.

Excel in pastoral care, safeguarding, and boarding school leadership, orchestrating co-curricular programmes, assemblies, and team-building activities. Recognised for shaping school policies, enhancing instructional quality, and raising student outcomes through strategic leadership and collaborative practice.

Grade 2 Teacher/House Mistress/Grade Science Lead - Wycombe Abbey Changzhou - China

(2023-01 - 2026-12)

Deliver engaging lessons as grade two teacher, fostering curiosity and academic growth across core subjects. Facilitate boarders with homework after school via personalised guidance and mentoring. Lead activities as house mistress, cultivating positive and inclusive residential environment. Drive development of curriculum by collaborating with science coordinator to create medium-term plans. Design formative assessments to monitor learning progress and provide actionable feedback.

• Enhanced EAL learner engagement by planning differentiated lessons and supporting boarders with homework.
• Boosted student performance in science by designing rubrics, lesson activities, and science fair ideas.
• Solidified environmental awareness by heading gardening activity and creating Christmas tree from recycled materials.
• Increased second-language comprehension by planning math and Afrikaans lessons and coordinating extra classes.
• Built student confidence in English by running drama club for EAL learners to perform.
• Promoted well-being and teamwork by providing pastoral care during week-long residential camp.
• Encouraged creativity and responsibility by planning vegetable garden decorations and sustainable house activities.

Grade 7 Teacher/Deputy Principal/Key Stage One Coordinator/SBST Coordinator - Otters' Creek Junior - Cape Town, RSA

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

Advocated teaching quality by modelling, observing, and providing feedback to newly qualified teachers as deputy principal. Strengthened student discipline by administering behaviour management protocols across school. Raised academic standards by evaluating and moderating assessments.

Assisted key stage one teachers by mentoring, advising, and developing effective classroom strategies. Advanced inclusive education by liaising with external agencies, maintaining SEN register, and guiding parents and teachers through individual education plan development for autistic learners.

• Improved parental engagement in literacy by leading word works programme for key stage one families.
• Enhanced fine motor skills of SEN learners by running structured knitting club.
• Prioritised hand-eye coordination for SEN learners by organising mini-cricket club and activities.
• Improved community support by supervising and promoting drives for blankets and baby clothes.
• Streamlined school operations by communicating behaviour policies, moderating planning, and reviewing examination papers.
• Prepared students with learning and emotional disabilities for high school by teaching, mentoring, and organising trips.
• Raised teaching standards by observing, modelling lessons, and mentoring newly qualified teachers.

Grade 6 Teacher - The Grove Primary - Cape Town, RSA

(2021-01 - 2021-12)

Delivered engaging lessons for grade six students, fostering academic growth across subjects, supporting EAL learners, coordinating assessments, and promoting personal development, teamwork, and positive classroom and school environment.

• Improved students' mathematics proficiency by running after-school club for learners needing extra support.

Teacher - Woodbridge Primary - Cape Town, RSA

(2020-01 - 2020-12)

Supply Teacher - Reeson Education - London, UK

(2020-01 - 2020-12)

Teacher - Stoneydown Park Primary - London, UK

(2019-01 - 2019-12)

Teacher | Supply Teacher in Foundation & Intermediate Phase | Grade Coordinator | Math Coordinator - Emirates National School - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2010-01 - 2019-12)

Advanced student achievement by teaching grades one, two, and four across multiple curricula, including CAPS, British, and IB PYP. Improved assessment practices by leading professional development on PYP evaluation. Strengthened grade-level collaboration by liaising with parents and colleagues to address academic and behavioural concerns.

Boosted reporting accuracy by reviewing and moderating assessments and student reports. Maximised mathematics outcomes by analysing performance data, monitoring progress, and aiding teachers through targeted interventions. Promoted cross-phase coordination by performing as grade and maths coordinator across diverse educational settings.

• Emphasised classroom discipline by administering behaviour management strategies across grade.
• Increased student understanding in maths by implementing everyday programme, managing resources, and modelling lessons.
• Elevated teaching quality by mentoring new and struggling teachers to enhance instructional practice in maths.

Teacher/PSHE/Humanities Coordinator/RE Coordinator - Earlsmead Primary School - London, UK

Teacher - Peckham Park Primary - London, UK

Teacher/Grade Coordinator/EMS Coordinator/Community Liaison - Sunlands Primary School - Cape Town, South Africa

Supply Teacher - Timeplan Education - UK

Teacher - Heathfield Primary School - Cape Town, South Africa

Bachelor of Arts - English, Afrikaans, History, & Religious Studies - University of Cape Town

Post Graduate Diploma in Primary Education - All Primary School Subjects - University of Cape Town