I’m a Psychology graduate with a 120-hour TEFL qualification, and I think one of my biggest strengths is the way I connect with people. I’m naturally warm, patient and caring, but also independent, organised and comfortable taking responsibility. My current one-to-one care role has taught me how important it is to listen properly, adapt to individual needs and build trust, while my previous experience in private client support, administration and luxury retail has made me confident communicating with many different personalities and backgrounds.
I’m also very curious and open-minded. My Psychology degree developed my interest in how people think, learn and communicate, and my TEFL training gave me practical skills in lesson planning, classroom management, PPP methodology and communicative activities. I enjoy learning about other cultures, meeting new people and putting myself in new environments, which is a big reason I’m excited to teach abroad.
Outside of work and study, I enjoy activities that help me stay social, active and curious. I was part of a salsa society at university, which I really enjoyed because it pushed me out of my comfort zone, helped me meet new people and gave me confidence in a group environment. I’m also interested in astronomy and stargazing, mindfulness, travel and learning about different cultures and global developments.
I would describe myself as encouraging, adaptable and genuinely enthusiastic. I’m not afraid to ask questions or learn from more experienced people, and I’d want my students to feel comfortable, supported and confident enough to participate and make mistakes. Although this would be my first full-time classroom role, I feel my combination of empathy, communication, organisation, curiosity and willingness to learn would allow me to grow into a strong and dependable teacher.
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