Objective: To obtain a teaching position which will allow me to contribute to the academic and personal growth of my students and to challenge myself as a professional.
Qualifications: Excellent communication and classroom management skills
Bachelor of Arts and Education (Secondary Education-English)
Enthusiastic teacher demonstrating flexibility and creativity
Able to adapt quickly and effectively to meet the needs of each student
Broad English and administrative experience with a variety of ages and levels
British Columbia College of Teachers Member
Education: University of Wales in Aberystwyth Year one complete Master of Arts in English (Literary Studies) (2005)
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Education (Secondary-English) (2002)
Vancouver, B.C.
British Columbia Rugby Union
National Coaching Certification Program
Level 1(2000), Vancouver, BC
ESL International, Teaching English as a Second Language
Certification - 100 hours RSA Equivalent (1998) Vancouver, BC
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature (1997)
Relevant Experience:
Greystone College (current)
Vancouver, BC
Teaching Knowledge Test instructor for 300 hour programme
Instruction and student evaluation
Simon Fraser University (Feb’08-Aug'08) Event Coordinator
Burnaby. B.C.
Administration of summer schools, conferences, workshops
Web design, venue, contract, catering, and facility coordination
JLS College (June'05-Dec.’07)English/TESL Instructor Vancouver, B.C.
English instructor and teacher trainer, responsible for curriculum
development and instruction of courses including writing and teacher education.
English instruction at all levels as well as student placement and assessment.
Extra-curricular activities including volunteering, field trips, and special events.
Private tutor for Cambridge, iBT TOEFL and Academic Prep (current)
Omnicom School of Languages (June'04-June'05)Calgary, AB
Head Teacher and TESL/ESL (TOEFL, EAP) Instructor
Responsible for curriculum development and implementation of TESL,
English for Academic Purposes program, and TOEFL iBT preparation course.
Hiring and evaluation of new teaching staff.
Century College(May'01-Sept'01,Sept'02-Mar'04) Vancouver B.C.
High school English, ESL/TESL Instructor
Organized and implemented lesson plans for international high school students and adults. Created and implemented both full time and part time TESL courses for native and non-native speakers. Responsible for assessment and evaluation. Assisted in the placement of new students. Coordinated weekly field trips and outings.
Century College Satellite School (June-Sept.03)Qingdao, ChinaTESL Coordinator
Instructor for full and part time TESL diploma course for Chinese nationals.
Foreign teacher/school liaison responsible for teacher placement and
assessment.
Western Town College (March 2000-March 2001) Vancouver, B.C
TESL Instructor (300 hour programme)
Instructed students in educational philosophy and methodology leading towards TESL Certification. Redesigned and implemented a new instructional curriculum. Assisted in the extracurricular activities of the school. Responsible for assessment and evaluation of all students.
English Language Institute (April-August 1999) Prague, Czech Republic High school English/adult English Instructor
Taught English and ‘North American’ culture and history to Czech nationals.
Private tutor for all ages.
Additional Experience or Training:
‘Technology in the Classroom’ summer course
Fluent German, conversational French, some Italian and Spanish.
Photographic (digital and SLR), publishing, and journalistic experience.
First aid, CPR ‘C’, and Baby Saver
Orienteering for Scouts Canada
Musician: vocal and piano
Recreational kayaker, skier, golfer, soccer and hockey player.
Awards and Recognition:
Teacher Award (May 2005) for contributions to the students and school
UBC Golden Key Member-Top ten percent in faculty (2002)
Writer’s Award (1997, 1998) UBC
Provincial Scholarship Award winner - English, history and geography
Volunteer Work:
Terry Fox Run - School Volunteer Coordinator (Annually)
YWCA ‘Presents of Peace’ volunteer (Annually)
Vancouver Triathlon volunteer coordinator
Canadian Blood Services blood drive coordinator
Coal Harbour Community Centre Holiday Craft Days - Volunteer
Ceredigion County Council, Wales - Victim's Assistance Counselor
and Youth Club Coordinator and coach (July 04-June 05)
Lord Byng High School - ESL Classroom Assistant (Sept.-Dec. 2000)
UBC Intramural Sports and Recreation - (1994-2000)
