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MARTIN BRYANT

Commented [M1]: National Cricket Champs

2015

Welcome to my Portfolio

Contents:

Teaching Philosophy page 1-3

Head of PE Department & responsibilities pg 4

Mentor and Tutor of classes Yr 8 & Yr 9 pg 5

Senior Skills Subject Teacher (LC) pg 6

Teacher of Physical Education ages 9 - 19 (key stages 2-5)

Experienced practitioner of AQA & IGCSE.

PE Curricular development and implementing British Sports pg 7-8

Extra-curricular & success of School Competitions pg 9

Internal School competitions pg 10

Successful School trips organised pg 11-13

Establishing PE clothing, PE budget and Website pg 14-16

Sporting activities organised for teaches and colleagues pg 17 Activities organised for teachers pg 18

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

I am a teacher because I want to have an effect on the lives young people have. I know education is where I can have the greatest impact. Every adult who has been to school remembers a certain teacher. It is this notion that motivates me daily to create a positive learning environment, where students are stimulated to develop, succeed and ultimately reach their potential. I gain great satisfaction interacting with young people and watching their progress.

Plato said ¨You discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation¨.

The educational benefits in respect of mental, physical and social development are endless and well documented. I firmly believe all young people should enjoy and love being active. My key is establishing a fun, positive and safe challenging environment. I aim to expose students to a variety of physical activities which are in the education authorities’ guidelines. In this context, I want them to strive to reach their own attainable goals and be able to have confidence and pride in their own progress. To understand the power of a focused mind and what is achievable. I find encouraging positive behaviour and effort paramount. I expect students to support each other and create an inclusive, active atmosphere. This format is visible in the regular student lead warm-ups and stretching which is done throughout the academic year. I like to involve pupils and give them responsibility where opportunities allow. This may be through umpiring, demonstrations, questioning or discussed reflection. Responsibility within the rubrics leads on from this allowing for a student self-evaluation exercise, and finally learning by self-appraisal. This will help the students develop the ability to judge their own accomplishments and to set goals for themselves. I expect students to take a degree of responsibility for their own learning involvement and others.

I have high expectations of the students and myself. I have strived to build a solid platform of knowledge and have been fortunate to have had the opportunities to have worked in a variety of education establishments and sporting facilities.

My lessons involve active participation at a good pace. I like to teach units and key skills that give the student more than just fun and games.

In today's world, students are faced with an overwhelming source of information, decisions and influences. Their health, fitness and lifestyle is a subject that is increasingly relevant to them and society. I am very passionate about this and I am aware that providing the knowledge and activities on health and fitness is not enough. More needs to be done in respect of lifestyle, nutrition and health that relates to both in and outside of school. Ultimately, I believe the fundamental role of physical education is to establish an educative, active healthy lifestyle. Students should gain the key skills needed to succeed physically, socially and mentally for adult life.

Finally, a passion of mine is involvement in the extra curricular events at the School. I thoroughly enjoy the extra curricula activity, especially in preparation with competitions against other schools. I know what it feels like to play for the school and the memories students take away from this. Furthermore, this is a powerful source of developing the school profile and being proud of where one works.

Head of Department:

Wolfert Tweetalig Bilingual School: Rotterdam, Netherlands

Sept 2011 to Dec 2015 http://www.wolfert.nl/tweetalig/

Dept of 6: Responsible to ensure the curricular is upheld to standards and the

team is developing, challenged and committed.

Curricular development: Implemented changes with an International focus

in line with school philosophy and preparation for IGCSE PE that builds

through the key stages, such as Athletics and Rugby schemes of work and

lessons plans.

PE Teacher training and development: Organised Rugby and Cricket

workshops from specialists and training days out at The Hague University.

Facilities / Equipment: Budget control, Ordering new equipment, safety,

condition and accountability.

Organisation of Sport-Hall use: This also involved managing the use with

after school clubs.

Extra Curricular: Introduced activities to

raise school profile. A great success, for

example Yr8 National Cricket Champions.

New initiatives: I have a conscientious

attitude to develop, try new ideas and

continuously improve my knowledge.

Fitness Room Report: A researched idea and

plan for Mgt to decide (big student interest).

Introduced Disability Awareness Program (PTA and GUTS). Blind partner running; had

surprising results and will be developed further.

InformationTechnology: I use and experiment with IT in lessons where the appropriate opportunity

arrives. Currently, The MGL physical education app has a self-defence

section that i am experimenting with in lessons.

PE clothing introduced:

Inter-School competitions broadened

Commented [M2]: Disability Awareness:

students are bind together with partner

blindfolded

Mentor The Mentor of (second graders) year 8 and the mentor year 9.

I have shown students how to get the most out of themselves and be responsible for their education. This has been structured around the discussion of social skills, self-reflection analysis and goal setting to reach academic and personal potential.

Mentor Trips:

1. Completed successful school week trip to Bath (England) and Bilbao (Spain)

2. Completed successful school exchange programme with host families to Spain

Mentor activities:

Organised High Tea, BBQ, paint-ball and sports evening events for students and parents of classes.

Skills:

Compassion, patience, planning, communication with students, parents and teachers

Problem solving, gaining trust.

Finding solutions in respect of disputes, conflict from home / school and motivation.

What Learnt!

This is a never ending learning curve that is always challenging and immensely rewarding.

Communication skills and cultural awareness in respect of the student and their family backgrounds.

Great way to be more involved in student life and school.

Promoted: Senior Skills Teacher:

Proven and recognised high teaching standard.

Skills:

Driving force in updating the pedagogic and/or didactic aspects of education and the curriculum.

Managerial experience and knowledge

Communication / Team work with colleagues

Consistent contributions to School program and philosophy.

What Learned

Respect professional opinions, preparation and the importance of communication.

The Eind-Termen (Dutch Education legislation and recommendations)

Change and commitment takes time

See: for a detailed breakdown of the senior skills teacher: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0BwJkM01TRAbVQTBPZjdObUR2NTg

Developed British sports into the Curriculum Organised Wolfert as the pilot school to hold the KNCB Cricket workshop for PE teachers across Rotterdam. Developed schemes and lesson plans for colleagues..

Introduced workshops for the PTA and colleagues in respect of Gaelic Football and Rugby.

Skills:

Communication and planning with organisations

Learned:

Students are curious to try and learn new sports and activities.

Never underestimate the ability of students. Always surprised by the positive reaction of many students, particularly the girls to Rugby.

IMPROVEMENT OF CURRICULAR with community professionals DANCE:

I specialise in Latin Dance, so I regularly teach this style within the curriculum and as work shops

In addition, I have organised specialists (Codarts Dance University) to provide Teacher Graduates to each deliver 6 week schemes of lessons to the upper school.

Skills:

Communication and contacts with organisations associated with Physical activity.

Working together to achieve shared objectives.

What Learnt

New ideas for Dance

Ideas to involve and stimulate colleagues.

SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL

COMPETITIONS

National Cricket champions 2015

Wolfert Tweetalig Year 8 (2nd Grade) Cricket Team

Bilingual Schools’ Cricket Challenge

Abeda 5kM run: Wolfert Tweetalg finished 2nd and 3rd in 2014.

Shell Hockey Tournament:

Girls U15 to the regional half finals

Skills Used

Risk assessment procedures

Communication skills students

Procedures in gaining authorisation

Organisation training facilities out of school

Parental contact Informing parents and

obtaining parental consent

Volunteers

Transport options

What Learned

Immensely rewarding

Inter-school Tournaments & Sports Day:

Regular tournaments organised for every year group that varies between gymnastics, ball sports, swimming and athletics.

Skills:

Organisation, planning and teamwork.

Risk assessment

What Learned!

Students more often will rise to take on responsibility when given the opportunity.

Competition is healthy and inspires students to do their best, respect and support others. Promoting positive

values under the right conditions is

paramount.

Competition can be a double-edged

sword for kids, Competition teaches

critical thinking, decision-making,

respect, team work and problem

solving.

Gymnastics tournament Year 7:

See video :

https://www.facebook.com/WolfertTweetalig/videos/617022641686975/

SCHOOL TRIPS ORGANISED

Annual Ski trips:

Co-organiser for the annual 6 day Ski trip involving 50 students.

Skills

Risk assessments

Budget report and accounting

Parental contact Informing parents and

obtaining parental consent

Negotiation skills

Insurance cover and assessment

Detailed planning

Excluding pupils from the trip

Obtaining information about pupils

Arranging supervisors

Accidents and emergency procedure

Spare Cash budget and accounting for money

Transport options

Learning:

Learned to always plan at the earliest opportunity

Immensely rewarding

Always have a backup plan for unforeseen compilations

Recovery and rest is important

London trip: organised for 100 students of HAVO 3rd Graders.

Activity packed 4 days with culture, education theatre, sightseeing and even

some shopping squeezed in.

Skills used:

Research skills to

access attractions

Risk assessments

Budget report and

accounting

Parental contact

Informing parents and obtaining parental consent

Negotiation skills

Insurance cover and assessment

Detailed planning

Excluding pupils from the trip

Obtaining information about pupils

Accidents and emergency procedure

Spare Cash budget and accounting for money

Transport options

Learning:

Always plan at the earliest opportunity

Immensely rewarding

Always have a backup plan for unforeseen complications

Students will take on responsibility when given the right opti

Co-organiser Outdoor education trip to the Ardennes : Belgium

This fun, action packed 4 days involved Rock climbing, Abseiling,

Trekking, Camp building, Mountain biking, Kayaking, Orienteering and

Camp fires

Skills:

Motivate students to overcome obstacles and psychological barriers

Negotiation with various organisations for trip arrangements

Risk assessment

What Learned

The importance of developing self confidence

Appreciation of the outdoor environment The importance of team building and leadership skills To educate students about the environment and sustainability How to think critically, identify risks and make sound decisions To provide meaningful experiences outside of the classroom Preparing for all situations and weathers

BUDGET OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Responsible for the expenditure of the PE budget. Equipment assessed and accounted for and regular reports compiled of dept costings. Expenditure comparable made per student head.

Skills:

Research skills to access departmental accounts.

Report writing

Prepare and analyse figures

What Learnt!

It takes time to access money and gain support.

The budget for schools is tight and that includes PE .

Equipment needs to last.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLOTHING

I have implemented the start of Physical Education clothing for the school. After assessing the many options and possibilities in regard to quality, colour, price and style.

The colours were chosen by the students.

Skills:

Communication and negotiation skills

What Learned?

The need to be flexible, compensate and have patience

Accessing the correct print format and making the minor alterations to accommodate everyone can be time-consuming.

Rewarding experience and that has proven a developing success.

WEBSITE: PHYSICAL EDUCATION developing

https://sites.google.com/a/wolfert.nl/physical-education/home

I believe it is important for the school and department to have a site. This is still in the process of being updated. However, on the site you can find:

Philosophy, Key skills learned, Curriculum for lower and upper school, ordering PE clothing, Tournaments, Assignments, Department personal, GUTS information.

Skills:

IT skills used and developed.

Team work and creativity.

Knowledge, research and understanding of subject.

What Learned!

This has improved my IT skills in a number of ways.

Teacher and colleague

activities organised

Badminton club - regular once a week.

Wolfert Womens' Fitness club

Teacher’s football team: THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY

Regular matches between Teachers and Students on a Friday.

What learned!

The value sport offers in bringing people together and breaking down barriers.

Qualified as a Diet and Nutrition advisor:

Regularly give advice regarding student health and diet.

This may be in informal discussions are through a structured setting of diet analysis and consultation.