Amy: United Kingdom: Feb 20, 2023

I'm a native English speaker, qualified TEFL teacher and experienced writer of business English. I am a passionate, hard-working, and dedicated person who strives to bring enthusiasm to everything I do. I am also patient and empathetic, which makes me a great fit for teaching.

I have just completed my Level 5 TEFL certification, so I can share my love of English with others. I also have a First Class Honours (BSc) degree from Manchester Metropolitan University.

My Level 5 TEFL certification was a combination of classroom teaching, online lessons, and assignments. I completed 30 hours of classroom time, learning how to plan successful and engaging lessons as well as teach them effectively. I also learned how best to support students and manage the class. The diplomas within the online course were:
– Grammar
– Methodology
– Teaching large classes
– Teaching virtual classes.

I’m also currently working part time as an ESOL Teaching Assistant for Elementary up to Intermediate level students at the JET North Programme. We help newly arrived migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees with their English skills with the goal and finding work. My main responsibilities are:
– Assisting the Lead Tutor with explaining new learnings and tasks to the students
– Teaching grammar and vocabulary
– Providing students support with useful English skills including:
o Informal and formal English writing skills
o Listening for gist and detail
o Speaking for interviews
– Monitoring the class and reporting back any common errors or questions to the Lead Tutor
– Leading on specific activities throughout the lesson, following the PPP structure
– Managing behaviour in the classroom
– Safeguarding and providing advice to those who need it
– Organising the classroom for activities and distributing materials.

I have done a lot of work writing specialised business and marketing English in my role as Content Lead for a technology company. I have also trained other members of my team and helped with their writing skills.