Having already taught English in Vietnam for one year and learning to thrive in a new culture, I would consider myself an ideal candidate for a teaching role in Korea.
Whilst working for Binh Minh Education in Hanoi, I taught English at schools across the city, to students ranging from Kindergarten to Secondary level, and gained a wealth of classroom experience in this time.Teaching a class of five infant students in a morning, to over 50 crammed into a room that afternoon, means I had to adapt how I teach, and switch mentally between styles. As such, I’ve learnt to use my initiative, and most importantly, be a friendly, patient mentor to my students.
Though classroom sizes in Hanoi have taught me how to manage a large number of students, teaching online for the past several months with Palfish and Education First has allowed me to perfect a one-on-one approach. Only tutoring one pupil at a time gives me the opportunity to develop teaching methods that large class sizes don’t always give scope for, and try new things depending on the student’s level and needs. For example, using a number of drawing, writing, and listening activities to gage an individual’s learning style.
In addition to teaching experience, studying English at university has given me an in-depth knowledge of the English language, and how to use it creatively when planning lessons and activities for students. I further combined this love of language and teaching when writing content for the renowned i-to-i TEFL course providers. Writing articles such as “four top tactics to keep your students engaged” and “fun ways to get your students learning about the environment” cemented my passion for teaching, and it is this level of commitment and professionalism that I am eager to bring to a school in Korea.
With nearly two years of experience teaching English as a second language, English bachelors degree, and a desire to experience the vibrant Korean culture, I believe I am an ideal candidate for this role.
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