As you can see on my resume, I have a lot of experience working with children. I also have experience being in different countries by studying abroad. When I was a teacher's assistant in Spain, I successfully developed relationships with children and helped them with their English learning. I organized materials and prepped art projects based around teacher's instructions. My greatest strengths as a teacher are my calm and understanding nature with children. My biggest strength as an employee is my dependability and my flexibility.

I am a friendly and cheerful individual with strong experience in customer service and customer resolution. Conflict is not new to me, and finding solutions is something I enjoy.

As a teenager, I've worked as a summer camp counselor for 7-10 year olds; as a college student, I worked as a 24/7 mentor/chaperone onsite at K-State University in Salina, Kansas. Children are refreshing and inspiring, and a constant reminder that we must improve ourselves to improve our surroundings.

With a bachelor's in nursing and interest in modern (and alternative) medicine, I enjoy researching peer-reviewed articles in my free time. Finding ways to explain complicated concepts and chemical terms in common language is difficult, but can be so rewarding when someone else suddenly understands what I do. Teaching aspirational students who want to help the world, specifically people who are sick or injured, is very much aligned with my spirit's desire.

I enjoy international culture and language, having taught myself to read Korean and am in the process of learning how to speak Spanish. After living in Kansas City and learning of its 13 international sister cities, and Friendship City status with Jeonju, South Korea, I was inspired to learn more and incorporate each sister city in the development of my skincare brand, Skinherent Beauty, with the ultimate goal of having a product inspired by each city and using special ingredients from each location to demonstrate the wisdom and beauty that each has to offer.

With regards to personal traits, I am a friendly, composed and caring individual. As visible in my CV and reference letters, I make it a point to become a reliable and accessible member of any team I'm part of. I have a versatile range of skills including, but not limited to: fast learning, attentive listener, great at explaining elaborate concepts or condensing them into a digestive manner. I am tenacious, punctual and as previously mentioned, my gregarious nature allows me connect with anyone which makes teaching concepts much easier.
As for my experience, though I have no official teaching experience, I have spent my school and university years tutoring friends and colleagues in a plethora of subjects. Education is a fundamental right and I have the privilege of being educated. Hence, this great power comes with the responsibility of helping others reach their own learning goals. Education at its core, and teaching by extension is fundamentally about care. It's a threefold relationship whereby the teacher cares about the student, the student cares about the teacher and they both care about the work or greater learning process. This philosophy of teaching is one I have come to learn through my years in academia thus it would be an honour to put it into practice alongside your experienced team.

After more than four years working as a journalist in the UK, I am now committed to applying my writing, editing, and interpersonal skills to help students develop their English proficiency. I hold a 120-hour TEFL certification from The TEFL Org, completed alongside full-time employment, demonstrating my dedication, organisation and enthusiasm. I am currently seeking an opportunity to help students build confidence and achieve meaningful progress in their English language skills. I have a bachelor's degree in English from a top-10 university in the UK, as well as a master's degree in journalism. While working, I passed the A2 DELE exam in Spanish, showing my work ethic and willingness to learn new languages and immerse myself in new cultures. In October 2025, I relocated from the UK to Australia, where I am working in a restaurant as I pursue a career teaching English. Please note that I currently have a beard, but I am happy to shave it to be in keeping with South Korean standards.

I am a newly qualified TEFL teacher with a 120-hour Advanced International TEFL Certificate, including specialist training in Teaching Young Learners, Business English, Advanced Grammar and IELTS preparation. I hold a Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting and Finance and have experience working in both customer-facing and professional office environments. I am reliable, organised, and highly motivated, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. My background in customer service has helped me develop patience, adaptability, and confidence when working with people from different backgrounds. I work well as part of a team, manage my time effectively, and am enthusiastic about supporting students in a positive and engaging learning environment.

I have a academic background in psychology, including a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Diploma of Psychology, which has given me a solid understanding of communication, behaviour, and learning styles. I currently work as a mental health support worker, where I have gained hands-on experience building rapport, supporting individuals, and remaining calm and professional in challenging situations.

In terms of personality, I am patient, approachable, and reliable. I genuinely enjoy working with children and creating positive, encouraging environments where they feel comfortable participating and building confidence. I adapt well to new environments and am open to feedback.

My key skills include clear English communication, strong interpersonal skills, emotional awareness, and the ability to follow structure and guidelines while maintaining a positive and engaging presence. I am highly motivated, responsible, and committed to contributing positively to a school community.

I have worked in a professional setting for 4 years as a full stack software engineer at a travel app startup called Wanderlog. In that setting, I have led many projects to completion as well as presented to other engineers my learnings and project retrospectives throughout the years. Before working at Wanderlog, I have had many internships at various places like a game lab at MIT, the U.S. Naval War College, and SEGA games, showing I have good work ethic and am hard working.

As for my personality, I would call myself a curious and open minded person. I am always open to listen to other people's thoughts and opinions, and can take constructive feedback well. I am also very extroverted and love getting to know and working with people.

For skills, I am very organized and thorough with my work. I make sure that everything is done correctly, while also trying to prioritize speed. I would say that I'm usually well prepared, so I try to get stuff done as soon as I can. I am also good at collaborating with other people.

Experience
TEFL certified native English speaker with experience supporting secondary level English Literature classes and tutoring students one-to-one. Additional youth focused experience through a marketing internship at an educational arts organisation, developing strong communication, organisation, and teamwork skills in learning centred environments.

Personality
Confident, approachable, and adaptable, with a creative mindset and a calm, professional attitude. Comfortable working with young learners and colleagues from different backgrounds, and motivated to contribute positively to a school community.

Skills
Strong spoken and written English, lesson support and classroom assistance, clear communication, and basic classroom management. Skilled in lesson planning principles through TEFL training, with added strengths in presentation, digital tools (Microsoft Office, Canva), and creative thinking that support engaging English lessons.

I have no professional experience teaching English to young children. However, I have used English as my primary language for teaching young children in Bible schools. In terms of professional experience, I have some experience in Information Technology (IT). Also, I have taught and mentored young adults and adults in Australia and New Zealand. Thus, I believe my biggest strength is taking care of people of all ages. Finally, I am always keen to learn about new things. Therefore, I am not afraid of taking new challenges in life.

I am a recent graduate from the University of Edinburgh with a degree in Philosophy and English Literature. I recently completed my CELTA at St. Giles Brighton, receiving a Pass B, and I am eager to begin my teaching career abroad.

During my CELTA, I gained experience teaching six hours of in-person lessons, developing strong skills in lesson planning, classroom management. I enjoy using engaging, student-centered activities. I pride myself in creating a supportive and interactive learning environment and hope to help students gain confidence in using English.

I am particularly interested in teaching in Korea because I am excited to experience its culture, improve my language skills, and contribute positively to students’ learning journeys. I am responsible, adaptable, and enthusiastic, and I would be delighted to join your school and make a meaningful contribution.

Thank you very much for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your team.

I have a strong background in communication, organization, and leadership through my experience in customer-facing retail roles and multiple internships in fast-paced, professional environments. My work has strengthened my ability to explain information clearly, support diverse groups of people, and remain patient and adaptable in new situations.

As a person, I am dependable, positive, and highly motivated. I work well with others, enjoy helping people learn new things, and maintain a calm and encouraging attitude even under pressure. I am also culturally open-minded and excited about building meaningful connections with students from different backgrounds.

Skill-wise, I offer teamwork, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities. I am detail-oriented and comfortable leading or guiding others. I am currently completing my TEFL certification to strengthen my teaching readiness, and I am committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for future students.

I have a strong academic background with a degree in Music, giving me experience in creative instruction, performance, and working with diverse groups. Throughout my schooling and my teaching experience, I’ve developed strong communication and presentation skills that fit well into teaching. I am patient, adaptable, enthusiastic, and I enjoy helping others learn, which helps to bring a positive, supportive attitude to the classroom. My artistic background allows me to create engaging, interactive lessons, as well as enabling me to be organized, quick to learn new methods, and committed to helping students build confidence in English.

December 9, 2025

To GLO11

I would like to be considered for a Full Time Elementary Teacher Position in Seoul. I saw your recruitment listing on the TFL Academy website.

I am a mature teacher, from the UK, who has been working at SLP Gwanggyo for the past 18 months, where, I have been teaching Kindergarten and Elementary. I enjoy seeing how young minds adapt to learning a language, that as a British subject, am passionate about. I enjoy using stories and immersive teaching as well as other ‘child friendly’ activities, to highlight how the English language has evolved and works. I believe story books in particular, are one of the most important tools that any child should have access to. I like to use creative activities such as art and play, to encourage children to enjoy learning and to expand their horizons.

I started working for SLP Gwanggyo in March 2024, and although I have a deep connection and attachment to many of the children in the school, I feel now is the right time to consider the next stage in my teaching journey. This is my second year of teaching 5-year-old Kindergarten children and Elementary, who now, with the help of my Korean co-teacher, are becoming more confident and beginning to understand the dynamics of the English language.

Children are an integral part of our society, and I enjoy opening up young minds to the possibility the World may hold for them. As a mother of four grown up children myself, all of whom I have encouraged to be the best they can be and who have consequently all succeeded in their ambitions, I understand how important the full spectrum of education is.

I feel that I have a lot to offer a school and more importantly, young learners, in learning the English language.

I thank you for your time and possible consideration.

Yours sincerely

Jane Helen Kearns

I bring experience in communication-focused and learner-support roles, which has prepared me well for teaching and guiding students. I’m patient, approachable, and adaptable, with a calm attitude when handling challenges. I work well with people from different backgrounds and always aim to create a positive, encouraging atmosphere. My key strengths include clear communication, strong organisation, problem-solving, digital literacy, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. With my TEFL training in progress and all major documents already prepared, I am ready to begin teaching and contribute effectively from day one.

I bring experience in communication-focused and learner-support roles, which has prepared me well for teaching and guiding students. I’m patient, approachable, and adaptable, with a calm attitude when handling challenges. I work well with people from different backgrounds and always aim to create a positive, encouraging atmosphere. My key strengths include clear communication, strong organisation, problem-solving, digital literacy, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. With my TEFL training in progress and all major documents already prepared, I am ready to begin teaching and contribute effectively from day one.

I hold a TEFL certification and a bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture, and I have developed teaching and childcare experience through tutoring English and mathematics during college (graduated May 2023), babysitting elementary and middle school aged kids, and teaching Russian folk dance to elementary school aged kids. I am hardworking, dedicated, and consistently committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to participate and grow.

I have studied abroad at Yonsei University (Summer 2022) which gave me firsthand experience with Korean culture, academic expectations, and daily life in Korea. This background will help me to adapt more smoothly to cultural norms, communicate respectfully, and understand the needs of Korean students and parents.

My creative background through art and dance helps me design engaging lessons that keeps students motivated and curious. I value reliability, respect, and cooperation, and I take pride in maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere. I am enthusiastic about cultural exchange and contributing to a positive school community.

I have hands-on experience supporting and teaching children through volunteer roles in both early-years and school settings. As a Playgroup Assistant at a local nursery, I helped prepare arts, crafts, and singing sessions while engaging closely with children and parents. As a Netball Coach at an International School, I coached the U18 team, led PE lessons for primary students, and introduced them to new skills and teamwork. Alongside this, my professional background in client relations and customer service has strengthened my communication, organisation, and ability to guide people with clarity and patience — qualities that translate directly into teaching English and supporting learners of all ages.

I am warm, patient, and approachable, with a positive attitude that helps students feel comfortable and motivated. I’m adaptable, calm under pressure, and genuinely enjoy helping others grow at their own pace. I excel in clear communication, lesson/activity planning, and explaining new concepts in simple, engaging ways. I’m skilled at managing groups, fostering participation, and creating supportive learning environments. My professional experience further developed my cultural awareness, problem-solving, leadership, and ability to build trust — all essential in an effective TEFL classroom.

I have had experience teaching a large range of different age groups in a variety of subjects. I have taught elementary school, middle school, high school, and adult learners. I have been teaching and training since 2020. I currently teach English online and I am a long term substitute teacher at the local high school. I have an outgoing, bubbly personality that works well with children. I am adaptable and open to all different types of learning and teaching styles.

I have experience teaching English through one-on-one and small-group online classes, where I design clear, structured lessons that help students build confidence in speaking, listening, and writing. I’m patient, supportive, and attentive to each learner’s needs, creating a comfortable environment where students feel encouraged to participate and ask questions. My skills include lesson planning, guiding students through practice activities, and explaining grammar in a simple, practical way, while keeping lessons engaging and giving clear feedback to support each student’s progress.

I have experience teaching English through one-on-one and small-group online classes, where I design clear, structured lessons that help students build confidence in speaking, listening, and writing. I’m patient, supportive, and attentive to each learner’s needs, creating a comfortable environment where students feel encouraged to participate and ask questions. My skills include lesson planning, guiding students through practice activities, and explaining grammar in a simple, practical way, while keeping lessons engaging and giving clear feedback to support each student’s progress.