I am a professionally qualified SACE registered Educator with more than ten years teaching experIence in South Africa and two years abroad. I have a Honours Bachelor of Education degree from the University of South Africa. I am presently writing up for my Masters degree in Education. I am passionate about education. Many of my students achieved excellent results in the past and are now in tertiary institutions. I bring out the best in each student and realise that each student is unique and have their own strengths. I am very comfortable in teaching the Primary, Middle, High School or University students. My students have written glowing letters of recommendations to show their appreciation for my teaching methods and strategies. I have taken a difficult language (English) and made it fun and exciting.

I am flexible, I adapt easily to different situations and I am patient with other people especially children. I possess great problem solving skills, I manage my time efficiently and I am good at using technology

Since receiving my TEFL certificate I have been teaching English full-time since the summer of 2022 which has included holiday camps, teaching school, private tutoring, running extra-curricular clubs and organising events.
I have taught in London, Almaty and am currently tutoring online. I have a lot of experience with a wide variety of age groups and levels.
My Bachelor's Degree is in Acting which has given me excellent skills in creating dynamic lessons for my students as well as helping English learners to improve not only their skills but their confidence.
I pride myself in being an open and friendly person who works hard both in and out of the classroom. I very reliable when I work both independently and as part of a team, for me the most important thing is to keep my students motivated to work hard and achieve their goals.
In my free time I enjoy music, cooking, being outdoors and learning about new things. I have also recently been studying the Korean language and would currently describe myself as a high-level beginner.

Experience:

10 Years in the Pharmaceutical Industry: Leveraged scientific knowledge to train and mentor staff, demonstrating strong teaching and communication skills.
Trainer and Mentor: Designed and delivered training programs, ensuring clear understanding of complex scientific concepts among diverse audiences.
Personality:

Adaptable: I thrive in dynamic environments and can adjust teaching methods to suit different learning styles.
Patient and Supportive: I will provide encouragement and support to help students achieve their best, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
Detail-Oriented: Ensures thorough and precise communication, crucial for both scientific training and language instruction.
Skills:

Communication: Expert in breaking down complex concepts into understandable terms, essential for teaching English effectively.
Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities, useful for assessing student progress and adapting lesson plans.
Organizational Skills: Efficient in managing classroom activities and administrative tasks, ensuring smooth and productive learning sessions.
This blend of extensive experience, a supportive and adaptable personality, and a robust skill set makes for a well-rounded and effective English teacher.

I am a highly determined and committed professional with an educational background in the Humanities, focused on exploring different cultures and gaining skills to immerse myself in any culture with ease and adaptability. I bring a self-disciplined and objective nature with excellent communication skills, multi-tasking abilities, and a goal to facilitate an engaging, safe, and nurturing learning environment. I also have volunteer experience with taking care of young learners, especially those with special needs.

I am applying for a position as an ESL teacher thanks to my life-long interest in languages and linguistics, my passion to explore and learn about other countries, and my enjoyment of sharing knowledge with younger students. These motives have driven me to develop a number of relevant skills to the teaching profession, through my experiences over the last few years. The best example of this is undoubtedly my year (2021-22) working as an English assistant in the suburbs of Paris, which opened my eyes to the rewards of travelling, immersing yourself in another culture and language, and successfully helping young people gain a valuable skill: speaking English.

I would be a strong candidate for this role thanks to my relevant experience with both language learning and teaching, as well as with young people. As mentioned, I have already spent a year teaching English (more details in resume) and, in doing so, learnt to understand the challenges involved in the job. Furthermore, I have also worked with children of a variety of ages: while my teaching revolved around children between the ages of 14 and 18, I have also worked as a childminder with children aged 5-10, meaning that I have a good understanding of the varying needs of children of different ages.

On a personal level, I believe I am right for the job thanks to my patience, communication skills and enthusiasm, which are of particular importance when working with younger children. In teaching, patience is required to allow students time to take information onboard, with most unlikely to understand instantly. Good communication is important, especially when teaching in a foreign language, as students will likely need slow and clear speech to avoid misunderstanding and frustration. And enthusiasm is key to maintaining students’ interests in what you are trying to teach.

Finally, my skills and qualifications stand me in good stead for this role, as I not only have the experience of learning a language to fluency (French) myself, I also have a good understanding of the methodology behind language teaching. Firstly, I specialised in Linguistics in my degree, which taught me the intricacies behind second language acquisition, but more importantly, I have completed a 120-hour TEFL qualification, which has given me the necessary skills to put my knowledge into action. Furthermore, my degree taught me efficiency, managing my own time and heavy workload carefully, a skill which will be very useful for lesson planning.

My name is Meg Lockwood, a Languages Graduate from the University of Cambridge, and I am writing to apply for the position of ESL Teacher as advertised on the GLOII Job Consulting website.

I have been interested in teaching for a long time, as I have personally always thoroughly enjoyed school. Knowing how this is, unfortunately, not the case for such a huge number of students has instilled in me a desire to contribute to the education system myself, and hopefully be able to change this step by step. I have a strong work ethic, confident speaking skills, and most importantly, a genuine love of interacting and working with young people.

I have experience teaching both Primary and Secondary age students, in a variety of school systems. I am a TEFL certified ESL teacher, and my particular areas of subject expertise are Modern Languages, English and Maths, but I am flexible and capable of teaching a broad range of subjects, as I achieved the top grades across the board throughout my own education (see CV). I am a self-motivated, positive and hard-working individual, which I think would enable me to excel in this role.

In addition, the intense, challenging and immensely pressured environment of succeeding at a high-performing institution like Cambridge has ingrained a keen ability in me to maintain the highest attention to detail, perfectionism, and importantly morale, even under strict time constraints and often mental pressure. This stands me in good stead to excel in teaching, a role which requires strong responsibility, consistency and self-discipline. I also played Varsity level Lacrosse, as well as hockey and tennis, confirming that I thrive in collaborative environments as well as independently.

Finally, although I’m British, I have actually grown up and lived in several different countries across the world: from Europe, to the Middle East, South East Asia, South America and recently Australasia. In this way, cultural and linguistic intrigue, as well as comfortability in adapting to new surroundings, have been a consistent part of my life. On top of being a key motivation to live and work in South Korea, and thus become acquainted with yet another part of the world, I believe this longstanding contact with a diverse range of peoples and societies has cemented my high capacity for cultural exchange, interpersonal skills, as well as universal respect. These qualities, which form the foundations of my personality, will reduce the potential for cultural misunderstandings that can potentially take place in any international workplace, but more importantly, enable me to understand and connect with my students a bit more organically.
However, I am of course still always willing to keep learning and adapting to all of the inevitable further experiences I will gain through this role.

I look forward to hearing back from you.

Yours sincerely,

Meg Lockwood

TEFL certified, college graduate seeking a teaching position in Seoul, South Korea. Experience in teaching both children and adults, English and Spanish. Brings a friendly, positive attitude to a learning environment.

Having graduated from University of Glasgow with an English Literature Degree at 2:1, I have undergone four years of Undergrad level academic study. My time at University endowed me with an in depth knowledge of literature, language and how to apply said knowledge to extensive written essays, dissertation and presentations using a mix of finely honed written and verbal communication.

I have worked as a tutor in English and Maths with an UK based organisation Explore Learning, who provide tutoring to children ages 4-14 delivered both online and in person. I had my own assigned students who I worked with regularly, coaching them at differing levels and tailoring lessons to their individual needs, as well as providing detailed feedback during the marking process. I often had to liaise with parents in addition to students to establish a rapport and keep them informed on their children's progress regularly. I took great pride in motivating my students and instilling the confidence to achieve their academic potential.

In addition to the above, I am the holder of a completed 120 hours TEFL certificate.

In addition to more education contexts, I have consistently worked in people focused roles from retail positions to my current post as Project Coordinator for TRC Media, a charity that provide training and development for the television and broadcast sector.

As an individual, I am outgoing, articulate and open minded. I have a naturally positive demeanour that allows me to forge connection with others with ease, and build trust with those around me. I am organized, adaptable and motivated to do well and help others do the same.
I am able to work to deadlines, multitask and maintain a positive demeanour whilst doing so, even in the face of adversity! I am passionate about working with others and getting the best out of myself and my colleagues, students and peers. Working with others well is integral to any successful organisation, and I believe I would be a great candidate to add to the team.

A good ESL teacher should be able to relate freely with the students, should be lively, active, positive and have a welcoming attitude towards the students. This will foster a good learning atmosphere in the classroom. A good ESL teacher must also be good at expressing ideas, values and beliefs about teaching.