To Whom It May Concern,

Good morning. My name is Ms. Siderah V. Merchant. I am an American citizen residing in the U.S. I am contacting you to express interest in the English teaching job posted on the ESL Authority website on Dec. 08, 2020. And I would like to be considered for employment for this position.

I have over two years of experience teaching English skills to both children and adults in Japan, Korea, and the U.S. I have experience working with established curriculums and creating lesson plans. I also have experience working as an ESL teacher at a nonprofit organization in the United States. I have attached a copy of my résumé for your review. I am available for interviews Mon. – Fri., 8 pm. – 10 pm. EST. My Skype ID is svmerchant_1 or by phone at (804)231- 2764.

Regards,

Ms. Siderah Merchant

I have completed a BA honors degree from London metropolitan university in Education studies and English literature, I have also competed a 120 hour TEFL course. I have one year previous teaching experience working in schools and colleges around the UK.

I am a graduate of the UTJ2 University in Toulouse, where I obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Foreign Languages, an English and Spanish International Business Course. I master the linguistic and cultural foundations of English and Spanish and, as you will see from my CV, my voluntary and paid work as an English teacher has given me experience in teaching both children and teenagers but it has also given me the opportunity to instruct a wide variety of students from various countries and all faces of society. As a result I am a compassionate teacher, who can adapt to my students personal needs in order to see them grow in confidence through their newfound joy of English studies.

My specialisation lies within understanding each student, their learning capabilities and how best to increase their love of the English language. That is why I incorporate a variety of resources to accommodate students via visual, audio and kinesthetic methods.

I really enjoy teaching English, and I strongly believe that I am a cheerful, fast-learner, creative, reliable and adaptive person.

I am a dedicated, hard working native English speaker, and I am confident that I possess the qualities that make me ideal for the ESL teaching role in Korea.
Having successfully completed a 120-hour TEFL course, I believe myself to be in a good position to take up the role advertised, being eager to begin furthering my skills and applying them to educating. Time spent volunteering at a local Cubs group has made me comfortable and confident in leading groups of children. In addition to this, I recently have begun observing French classes in a nearby primary school, which offers me a very useful insight into how a professional teaches a foreign language to younger learners.
University gave me experience in organising and delivering presentations, while achieving a first-class degree demonstrates my dedication and ability to work hard. My employment has instilled me with a strong sense of responsibility and taught me excellent communication skills, in both speaking and listening. I pride myself on being friendly and open, characteristics that make me a great fit for this role, while a keen interest in running keeps me fit and healthy.

I am a friendly and approachable individual that is well acquainted with foreign language teaching, having both learnt Spanish to fluency and mentored students at sixth form and degree level. My disciplined work ethic was important in me achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours at university. I am flexible and adaptable which has allowed me to mentor students, take part in extracurricular activities and balance a job alongside education. Furthermore, I have an in-depth understanding of student-teacher dynamics, including how lessons are most effectively planned and delivered, which will undoubtedly contribute to me becoming a key member of staff.

Dear Whomever it may concern,

My name is Royon Meerzadah. I graduated from Duquesne University in 2020 with a degree in International Relations and a minor in Political Science and Law. Throughout my time at school I gained experience in teaching by tutoring many foreign exchange students in English, the students I primarily worked with were from Saudi Arabia and Japan. Over the summer of 2020 I worked at a summer camp where I tutored kids from 1st grade to 7th grade in math and science as well as spelling, reading, and writing. Currently I am a teacher's assistant in Spain helping teach kids from 3rd grade to 6th grade English. In my current position I converse with the students in English as well as teach to them American grammar, slang, vocabulary, and culture so they may better understand the language.

I come from a multicultural and ethnic background, due to this I have developed into a very open-minded person. When I was young my family moved back and forth between America and Uzbekistan which made me a type of person that can adapt to different environments easily. I am also a very friendly and outgoing person. I love meeting new people and going to new places. My ability to adapt easily, friendly and outgoing personality is how I found employment in Spain as a teacher's assistant.

I have great time management skills and I am very detail oriented. I developed my time management skills due to working part time and doing internships, while also being a full time university student. This disciplined me into making sure I managed my time wisely. In the past, I worked at a law firm as well as a research facility. Both of these internships emphasized the importance of being detail oriented to make sure there were no mistakes made in our research or projects.

I currently teach English online to Chinese students, both adults and children. Using the curriculum provided, I teach grammar, vocab and conversational English using props, rewards and games to engage learners of all ages.

I have also taught English to local Koreans in my area, as part of an English-Korean Language Exchange I was a part of. We met once a week and the students directed the topics we spoke about.

I am currently a support worker, aiding adults with learning difficulties. I arrange educational and engaging activities to help improve their speaking and understanding, as well as support them in daily tasks. This job enables me to stay patient, creative and find alternative ways of communicating – as many of the adults I care for are non-verbal and require signing, images and gestures – much like teaching someone who speaks a foreign language.

Hello, I'm Warren, 24, from South Africa , I'm a Bachelor of Science degree holder in Pure and Applied Mathematics (2018), and a TEFL/TESOL 120 HOUR. I've been an ESL/MATH teacher in China for two and a half years, working with students aged 2-16 – currently teaching ESL online for 6 months. I've also worked as an Academic Coordinator for the school, and created marketing events for promotion. I have a wide array of knowledge stemming from K1- Primary level. I've also created academic activities for marketing and promotion. I've tutored primary level mathematics – grade 4 – for one year and Optimization at university level, third year level.
I believe I can be a benefit to your school if I'm provided the opportunity.

currently in South Africa

Thank you
Warren

I have developed a significant degree personal autonomy which manifests itself in a strong sense of self-direction, discipline and initiative, from combined experiences in the hospitality and retail sectors as well as experiences in various volunteer roles carried out during my time as an undergraduate student. I am capable of effective time management and am able to communicate ideas, concepts and facts concisely to groups of diverse ages and capabilities. What I lack in practical teaching experience, I make up for with advanced TEFL qualifications and the ability to learn quickly and attentively, thus being able to adjust my techniques and activities accordingly. I consider myself to be a patient, warm and supportive person, capable of a high degree of professionalism.

I believe I have the skills and the experience necessary to be an effective, confident and empathic teacher.

My degree in theatre has helped me develop confidence speaking to a room full of people. I believe this confidence will help me transition to my role within the classroom and not be able to command the attention of my students effectively. I am a creative person and can think of my feet which will enable me to engage the students with that interesting tasks that, not only help them learn, but will also keep their attention and be fun.

I am a very organised person who likes a challenge and I think this is a challenge I can rise to. Throughout my time at university, I had to work to and meet strict deadlines, which has led to me having good time management. This strength will help me to complete lessons plans promptly and ensures all tasks in the classroom can be completed in the allocated time slot.

My previous roles working in retail have enabled me to be confident in adapting my approach to a wide variety of people and groups. I think this is important when working with students of different abilities as ill be able to tailor my approach to them to ensure they feel valued in the classroom and excel in their learning.

During my time in retail, I had to watch customers and look for 'buying signals’. I think this skill can be transferred into monitoring student's needs, especially when monitoring those who are struggling but are nervous about asking for help. As I have taught English online before I have the skills to build rapport with students even if we do not speak the same language. teaching children in China online, I used props, body language and engaging activities to keep students interest and get the most out of our lessons. During my time I also have some experience teaching face to face so know how to run a class and keep students engaged. I am also used to working with a wide range of stake holders and so know how to keep a balance of different groups wants and needs and make sure they get the most out of it. My experience in both education and the work place has taught me how to effectively and politely resolve problems if they are to arise.

I have completed a 120-hour TESOL online certification with the International Open Academy, and am currently waiting to complete the 20-hour classroom practicum of a 120-hour TEFL certification with The TEFL Org, which has unfortunately been postponed due to COVID-19. Taking two different courses has enabled me to gain a varied knowledge of methodologies, in addition to my exceptional native proficiency, which I can utilise to great success within your school.



I have also held tutoring and student mentoring roles during my time at university; I worked as a mathematics tutor at California State University Long Beach, helping younger students work through topics and concepts related to their courses, and a student mentor at the University of Hertfordshire, providing support and guidance to new students as they settled in to college life. These experiences have given me a solid foundation of knowledge to build upon and succeed in the classroom.



Having lived in the UK, US and Australia, and travelled to many more countries, I am very familiar with immersing myself in new cultures and surroundings, and being around people whose first language is not English. I have previously studied French for six years in total, and am currently learning Spanish independently, so understand the niches that come with learning a new language. I pride myself in my ability to embrace challenges in different environments, and I believe my charismatic and confident personality will allow me to succeed in this role.


I would describe myself as a fast learner, team player and a highly motivated individual. Being a highly organised and punctual person will allow me to better prepare for my classes. In addition, I have a friendly and approachable personality, very open-minded and highly adaptable towards different situations and cultures, which I consider as a benefit with interacting with co-workers and students. Also, I have great interest and love for Korean music, fashion and culture.

Studying abroad in Korea has allowed me to interact and make Korean friends, as well as endulge myself more in the culture and lifestyle of the locals, such as attending 회식/뜃풀이 and MT with my university club members. Furthermore, I have completed Beginner's Korean II and Intermediate Korean I classes during my stay in Korea, which I believe will allow me to communicate with my co-workers better, thereby develop stronger relationships with them.
I have no experience in teaching but I have had multiple work experiences in catering, office work, as well as volunteering as a Peer Mentor for my university and an Administrative Volunteer at the hospital.

I have been long interested in teaching English. In 2017, I moved to Korea and taught in both Gyeonggi-do and Gimcheon-si to elementary and middle school students which involved teaching from both a set curriculum as well as developing my own. I specialized in speaking and writing, TOEFL prep and reading, and also held debate and book-club classes. I am comfortable teaching any size class, as well as any level and age. In 2019, I relocated to Berlin, Germany and briefly taught Business English at a number of global companies, university research centers and the Berlin Senate. I was also the personal tutor for the Western Europe CEO of VINCI Energies. After returning to the UK in the summer of 2019, I began studying for my Masters TESOL at Swansea University, and will submit my thesis in December 2020. Currently in the midst of a global pandemic, I am teaching English primarily to young learners online and I absolutely love it.

I have become especially interested in linguistics and English for young language learners, and have produced a few studies on ESL material development. I am hard-working, diligent, friendly and approachable with a great attitude to work and have formed excellent working relationships with past employers and colleagues. Teaching English is truly a passion of mine and I hope it is something I will be able to do for the long-term.

I am TEFL qualified, have a BA Geography degree and a soon to be granted MA TESOL degree, and that combined with my experiences and enthusiasm lead me to believe that I will be an asset to your school. Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. Best wishes.

I have two years’ experience teaching young learners aged 5 to 7 and 14 to 17. I also have experience teaching 8 to 13-year olds and adults. Through this experience, I have developed confidence and endeavour to pass this on to my students. I support them and try to inspire them to realise their full potential in all things especially the English language. My teaching experience has been gleaned through teaching students of all ages and all levels in Thailand, Greece and England through which I have developed a sensitivity to cultural differences and traditions. I also have a good general knowledge and a good specific knowledge of TEFL acquired from my own education and my experience of teaching to date, through listening to specialists and my own inquiries.
Regarding my personality, I have an innate curiosity. I love to learn myself and I continue to as I go along. I appreciate there is always room for improvement and I enjoy every opportunity to develop as a teacher. I am very aware that I have an obligation not only to my students and myself but also to my employer to demonstrate a high standard of teaching. For example. when researching teaching topics, I always try to develop interesting lessons which appeal to my students’ own curiosity and endeavour to fully engage them. I try hard to pass on a real sense of curiosity and enquiry to students. I am also patient, empathetic, encouraging and understanding of my students especially those who might seem challenged. I understand that what may be easy for some can be very challenging to others and I try to make them feel understood. I had to utilise this attribute when I taught 5-6-year olds in Thailand as classes comprised students of a wide variety of levels. I would give those students who found understanding harder, extra help and guidance to assist them keep up with the rest of the class without my becoming frustrated. Again in a class of Chinese and Italian teenagers, speaking was difficult for one nationality whereas it was writing for another. With time, practice and my being patient, both groups improved their weaker skill which in turn lead to a more cohesive class. In addition, I am adaptable when things do not go according to plan. For example, teaching teenagers English in summer camps in England when the technology stops working or in several Frontesteria in Greece where none exists. I am also adaptable to new circumstances and am willing to embrace a new environment as a learning experience. I appreciate too that teaching in one school can be quite different from teaching in another as I have discovered teaching in summer schools, a state school and a private school to date.
Re my skills, I have been told I communicate well, am enthusiastic and positive. The first skill I honed from my teaching experience to date and previously working as a Solicitor where I had to communicate with clients and colleagues in as clearly and simply a fashion as possible. I now find I can set tasks for students, procuring results with minimum speech and body language. The latter skills of enthusiasm and positivity I have developed as I am keen to create a good learning environment for students. Over time in law and now teaching, I have also learned the skill of standing up in front of a group of strangers/students. I have also developed the skill of time management and am organised. I have found that this leads to a much better classroom experience for both the students and me. I have learned to focus on what’s important to the learner. I am also able to work independently and in a team.

I’ve spent a year teaching child on fitness and proper form. Because of this I was able to develop Critical thinking, Patience, Communication, Organization, Imaginative thinking
And leadership skills

Experience: 1-year teaching experience in Shincheorwon, Gangwon-Do
(1 March 2019 – 28 February 2020)
– Elementary (Grade 4-6), Middle (Grade 1-3), and High School (Grade 1)

I am an enthusiastic teacher that loves to find fun and exciting ways to teach my students. I am very hard working, reliable and flexible.

I have taught textbook based English lessons for Elementary and Middle School. For the After School and High School classes, my students provided topics that they were interested in and I developed the lessons around it. We covered various topics from cultures in different countries to new and exciting innovations.

I am very keen to return to Korea to continue my teaching career as well as sharing my culture with my students and co-teachers.

Please feel free to have a look at my video
(drive.google.com/drive/folders/1UUhTVE5rYVeUJOWzkliB7sUcGWODX08C).

I have recently graduated from the University of Glasgow, attaining a Masters degree in Modern History with Distinction. I am always looking for exciting new challenges, and my strengths include learning and researching which is why I have decided to pursue a placement with ESL. My five years at University have granted me several different strengths that I believe make me the ideal candidate for this position, including excellent language and communication skills, perfected through the undertaking of several academic papers, and two dissertations. Attaining a Masters degree with Distinction in a Humanities subject with very little contact time has provided me with invaluable self-discipline and time-management skills, meaning I am an incredibly hard working and goal-oriented person. Perhaps most importantly, however, small seminar based sessions and debates undertaken throughout my university career has afforded me excellent communication and educational skills. These strengths have been complemented by my six years in retail, experience which has allowed me to work in large teams with a diverse range of people. I have a very outgoing and extroverted personality, loving nothing more than meeting new people and being able to work with and educate them.
My early experience teaching English in Spain with the company Diverbo provided me with experience from a young age in teaching English to non-native speakers, and instilled in me a passion for such work. My position as a key holder and team manager at my various retail jobs has greatly enhanced the leadership skills I know would be necessary for a English teacher position, enabling me to command large classes of all ages. These roles have also ensured that I thrive in fast-paced and high-pressure work environments, working with a large number of people. This experience, gained in confluence with my University education, has provided me with the resilience and emotional intelligence I anticipate will be required for a position as an English teacher.
My natural affinity for engaging with others and avaricious interest in education and communication is why I know I would be well-suited to this programme. If given the opportunity, I will work incredibly hard to prove that I can excel in this job.

In winter 2020, I was awarded a MSc in Modern History with Distinction from the University of Glasgow, a Russel Group establishment. The previous summer, I graduated from the same institution with a First Class Honours degree in History. I am also in the process of completing the 120 Hour TEFL course. I believe my sterling academic record demonstrates my mastery of the English language and proves me capable of executing instruction in English language at any level. Additionally, my attainment of the highest possible degree classifications demonstrates my determination and love of learning.

Furthermore, I have been working with children in some educational or extracurricular capacity since my early teenage years. I have worked and volunteered as a peer mentor in High School, with a local youth education charity Up2U, as a music tutor, and as a youth leader with the Girl Guides. Most notable, however, is my experience as a General Counsellor at American residential summer camps in 2016 and as a Widening Participation tutor with the University of Glasgow Top-Up programme from September 2019 to June 2020. As a Camp Counsellor I oversaw groups of girls aged between five and sixteen years old throughout the days in a variety of activities, from arts and crafts to high ropes courses. Alongside a host of general administrative duties, I had to ensure that each girl was engaged and enjoying herself. Additionally, the camps’ residential natures meant I had to act as an emotional caretaker for many campers. As a Top-Up tutor, I introduced and equipped High School students with the knowledge and skills to undertake further education and counselled pupils regarding concerns they harboured about the university or college experience.

Such experiences have taught me that I love working with children and take great pride in seeing them succeed in whatever they put their minds to. I strongly believe that learning does not need to be passive and can be made incredibly enjoyable. I hope to inspire children to indulge their intellectual curiosities and develop a lifelong love of learning. I want to positively contribute to the world by nurturing children’s minds, inspiring them to challenge themselves and build human connections, and have confidence in themselves and their abilities.

During the third year of my undergraduate degree I attended the University of Melbourne, a period of study which demonstrates my self-sufficiency and adaptability. This experience of living on the other side of the world for a year proved to be a critical point in my education and self-confidence journey and inspired enormous personal growth. The practice of uprooting myself and partaking in cultural exchanges is something I hope to replicate in the next phase of my life by teaching English in South Korea. I’m eager to try new food, meet new people, and learn new things- I have even begun learning Hanguk-mal.

I am a native English speaker having grown up in Scotland.

I have experience in both middle school as well as high school settings which I was able to obtain during my teaching practice. Additionally, I have worked as a private tutor assisting a scholar through high school to university level. This in turn has helped me to develop abilities to cater to the needs of various age groups.
I believe that as a teacher, I do not only focus on teaching but also recognize I too can learn from my students. Moreover, the classroom environment should be a fun and free learning environment, meaning, my students should feel free to ask and answer questions, this way it is much easier for them to grasp new information. That said, Zone of Proximal Development by Lev Vygotsky is an important method of teaching in my classroom due to the fact that it creates an interactive learning environment, thus, making it easier for me to recognize my learners strengths, weaknesses and possible barriers to learning. This will then be incorporated into the lesson plans and be implemented timeously.
During my teaching practice, I have come to realize how important it is to get to know your learners and what a vital role a teacher plays in each learner’s life. I possess the necessary to qualities, teach, empathize, have fun, organize and run disciplined yet relaxed academic setting.