Personal Profile

An intelligent and energetic individual who has taught in a variety of English language training schools in China. Taught a range of different age groups and materials from kindergarten to business people.  A native speaker of English, possessing the ITC TEFL 100 hour qualification, seeking employment in China. Graduated in 2007 in MA Photography. Has worked abroad in various countries and feel comfortable working with people of different ages and abilities.

Skills

Teaching                     Experience of teaching English to Chinese students aged between 4 and 60, following approved texts and implementing the course, marking and correcting students’ work.

Communication         Excellent written and verbal skills gained from teaching English to foreign children; giving seminar presentations and writing dissertation for Masters degree. Tolerant and understanding when working with children and families; as a photographer in often limited time periods and space.

Team Work                Excellent interpersonal skills – works well with others, motivates and encourages. Adaptable, performance-driven individual with extensive experience of working in groups of various sizes from university courses and employment. Tactful and diplomatic with strong organisational and motivating skills.

Problem Solving       Development of strong diagnostic and analytic skills as part of MA degree. Constant       use of patience and tact when dealing with customers, pacifying angry situations, and offering practical solutions.

Customer Service  Work experience dealing with European and British customers in many different roles

in UK and abroad. Always welcoming, able to remain calm and focussed under    

pressure, making customers feel at ease.

IT Skills                  Good working knowledge of IT, use of Microsoft Office, graphic programs and the                  

  Internet. Able to problem solve and find resolutions.

Education & Qualifications

Jan 2008 – Mar 2008            ITC TEFL 100 hour course (20 hour weekend Intensive course + 80 Distance Learning) 

Sep 2006 - Dec 2007  University of Sunderland – Sunderland

MA Photography                                       

Sep 1998 - June 2001         University of Westminster - London

(BA HONS)  Managing Business Information: 2:2           

Sep 1995 - June 1997 William Parker School Sixth Form - Hastings

G.N.V.Q Advanced Business & Finance: Distinction    

Employment

University Of Architecture and Technology                                              Xi'an, China

English teacher

Oral English and Culture teacher to Post-Graduate students, preparing lesson plans, organising trips, writing exam papers, grading exam papers.

Hampson English School                                                                      Xi’an, China

English Teacher

One to one private classes teaching a variety of different materials to suit the needs of the students. Currently teaching students form 4 yrs old to 35 yrs old.

Kid Castle                                                         Xi'an, China

English Teacher

Teaching English to 4-14 year olds, including preparing lessons, classroom management and assessing oral and written exams.

Tobest English                                                                                        Xi'an China

English Teacher

Teaching English to range of students aged from 16-60 years old, preparing lessons, classroom management, assessing potential new students.

DD Dragon English School                                                                  Zheijang, China                      

English Teacher

Teaching English to 4-14 year olds, including preparing lessons, classroom management and assessing oral and written exams.

Marks & Spencers                                                                   Newcastle Upon Tyne

Customer service supervisor

Borders                                                                       Newcastle Upon Tyne

Bookseller

Venue Holidays                                                                            Venice, Italy

Company Representative