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A Languages graduate with a PGCE in French and Russian, I bring a strong international profile shaped by academic excellence and hands-on experience across the UK, France, and Hong Kong. My professional background spans education, programme coordination, and student engagement, including designing curricula, leading enrichment programmes, and managing large-scale events. I have consistently worked in fast-paced, multicultural environments, developing initiatives that improve student confidence, participation, and outcomes. Alongside this, I have maintained a long-standing freelance tuition practice, adapting to diverse learning needs and supporting high academic achievement.

I am an energetic, outward-facing professional who thrives in dynamic, people-focused environments. I bring a natural ability to build rapport, motivate others, and create engaging, inclusive experiences. Highly adaptable and internationally minded, I am comfortable navigating new contexts, leading initiatives, and working both independently and collaboratively. I value clear structure and purpose, while maintaining a positive, solutions-oriented approach.

My core strengths lie in communication, organisation, and interpersonal impact. I combine strong presentation and facilitation skills with experience in programme delivery, events management, and social media engagement. I am confident working across cultures and disciplines, with proven ability to coordinate stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes. My additional training in counselling, wellbeing, and neurodiversity provisions further strengthens my ability to support individuals effectively and thoughtfully.

My experience spans over four years of English language teaching across tutoring, literacy programmes, and public education — complemented by a CELTA from the University of Cambridge and a background in marketing management. I’ve worked with primary-aged children, adult international learners, and large public audiences, which means I’m comfortable adapting to learners of very different nationalities, abilities, and goals.

In terms of personality, I’m naturally curious about people and the world — I hold dual citizenship, love to travel, and genuinely believe in cross-cultural understanding. That outlook makes multicultural classrooms feel like home rather than a challenge. I’m also organised and detail-oriented, shaped by years of deadline-driven communications work.

My core skills include learner-centred curriculum development, one-on-one and group instruction, and clear public presentation. My marketing career added precision in written communication and confidence with administrative tasks like record-keeping and reporting — so I’m equally comfortable in the classroom and behind the scenes.

Adaptable, able to work with others and a quick learner

Hi, my name is Emily, and I graduated from Rutgers University with a bachelors of science in May 2024. My personality is friendly, communicative, and curious.
Throughout my work experience, I’ve consistently worked in roles that required strong communication and teaching skills. For example, as a fitness specialist, I guide clients by clearly explaining concepts and adapting my communication style to different individuals. During my internship in Japan, I led over 50 tours for international visitors in a group setting, where I explained processes to non-native and native English speakers and developed strong cross-cultural communication skills.

My strengths are having an easy-going personality, being highly adaptive and flexible to any work environment. I have excellent customer service skills and proficient knowledge of general computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office programs.

Experience:
I have a couple years of experience working at my local Kumon as a student tutor, another year as a peer tutor during high school, and more experience in university where I volunteered for various positions that involved leadership, organization, and constantly interacting with others, whether it be for planning or teaching.

Personality:
In general, I am a hard worker that carries a strong sense of responsibility and always strives to do my best at any given task. As a teacher, I value patience, approach-ability, organization and flexibility. I hope to cultivate a fun and encouraging learning environment!

Skills:
I can relate to students since I have spent most of my life learning new languages: Ability to communicate in Korean, Tagalog, basic Japanese and Spanish
Strong and clear communication skills
Patience and empathy in customer/student support
Organizational and multitasking abilities
Leadership and team collaboration

I would like to express my strong interest in an English Teaching position in South Korea. With experience supporting learners in classroom, one-on-one, and professional settings, coupled with a 120-hour TEFL certification, I am eager to bring my passion for education and commitment to student growth to South Korea.
As a Co-Teacher and Paraprofessional at Frederick W Hartnett Middle School, I worked with students for individualized 504 and IEP plans, assisted in lesson delivery, and managed classroom activities, inquiries, and behavior. I have also stepped in as a substitute teacher, planning and executing lessons while maintaining a positive and structured learning environment. Additionally, my experience as a private tutor for over a decade has honed my ability to adapt teaching strategies to diverse learning styles and needs—skills that are essential in supporting students in a dynamic hagwon setting.
Beyond academics, my background as a pediatric-focused psychiatric technician and EMT has strengthened my crisis prevention, communication, behavioral management, and interpersonal skills. I am certified in CPI and MOAB, and I consistently foster safe, engaging, and supportive environments for students of all ages. I bring energy, patience, and creativity to the classroom, striving to make English learning both accessible and enjoyable.
It is important to me to nurture student confidence and academic growth. I am excited to contribute my experience in lesson planning, individualized support, and classroom management to help students thrive in English language learning.
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my background and enthusiasm for teaching can benefit students and a school community.