Omodele Shonibare is an accomplished individual with a remarkable 25-year track record in the field of education, having worked in both the UK and Nigeria. Her extensive experience, combined with her unwavering dedication to nurturing children, has established her as a driving force in providing a strong educational foundation for young learners, equipping them for a lifetime of knowledge acquisition.
Her passion for teaching and learning, coupled with her commitment to empowering the younger generation to reach their full potential, sets her apart. Omodele Shonibare is characterized by her confidence, creativity, goal-driven mind-set, and a consistent ability to foster positivity within teams, leading to enhanced productivity.
Professional Experience
Sept 2013 till date – Jacquie’s Place Preschool (Proprietor/Head of School) Manage and run Jacquie’s Place Preschool Train Teachers to meet Teaching Standards following the EYFS Curriculum
Sept 2011 – 2013 – The Regent Primary School, Abuja Nigeria (CPD Coordinator/Expatriate Teacher) Developed Training Curriculum for Teachers Supervised Teaching & Learning based on Training Received
Sept 2006 – 2011 – Harehills Primary School, Leeds UK (Managerial) Staff and Curriculum Governor Numbers Count Teacher – Early Maths Interventions Specialist Diversity Co-ordinator Educational Visits Co-ordinator Religious Education Subject Leader
Jan 2006 – July 2006 – Rosebank Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire (Class Teacher)
Sept 2005 – Dec 2005 – New Bewerley Community Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire Class Teacher Assessment Coordinator
Sept 2001 – August 2005 – Meanwood Church of England Primary School, Leeds, West Yorkshire Class Teacher Diversity Coordinator Staff Governor
Key Skills
Teacher Training Early Maths Intervention Planning in Compliance with UK National Curriculum Curriculum Co-ordination Organising Whole School Programmes Differentiating Learning Activities Policy Development/Construction Mentoring & Coaching
Educational Qualifications & Training
2009 – 2010 Edgehill University, Ormskirk, Lancashire, UK Accredited Numbers Count Teacher – Early Mathematics Intervention Specialist
2009 – 2010 Institute of Education, University of London, UK Investing in Diversity – Leadership Programme
2008 – 2009 National College for Leadership of Schools and Children’s Services, UK Leading from the Middle
2007 – 2008 National College for Leadership of Schools and Children’s Services, UK Skills for Middle Managers
2000 – 2001 Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK PGCE – Primary Education (Qualified Teachers Status)
1999 – 2000 Leeds Metropolitan University, Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK B.A. (Hons) Childhood & Education Studies
1998 – 1999 Speedwriting International College, Lagos, Nigeria National Youth Service
1992 – 1997 University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria BSc. (Hons) Sociology
Training
Early maths intervention –Numbers Count
Target setting and achievement using assessment to raise standards
Positive Handling Strategies within a Holistic Framework
