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I consider myself a motivated, dependable, and accountable individual in both my personal and professional life. I manage my time efficiently, and I am capable of meeting strict deadlines. I take pride in my creativity and spend most of my free time working on art, creative writing, graphic design, and video editing projects. While I am confident in my ability to work independently, I also highly value teamwork. I have significant experience working in teams from playing sports, working on newspapers, magazines, advertising campaigns, and managing at Nothing Bundt Cakes.

Youth Facilitation: Proven experience in facilitating groups of over 30 youths, demonstrating effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Advocacy: Strong background as an advocate for foster youth, actively participating in legislative processes, and contributing to the fight for bills to be signed by senators and Congress in the state of California.

Community Engagement: Dedication to community service, with a focus on supporting disabled adults and elders during holidays, reflecting a compassionate and caring approach.

Empathy: A background as a former foster youth showcases your ability to empathize with individuals facing challenges, fostering a supportive and understanding environment.

Passion for Social Causes: Demonstrated commitment as an advocate for women and children against sexual assault and rape, highlighting your dedication to creating safer and more inclusive communities.

Cultural Appreciation: Enthusiastic about broadening horizons and appreciating diverse cultures, fostering an open-minded and globally aware perspective.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills developed through advocacy work, facilitating groups, and engaging with diverse audiences.

Leadership: Proven leadership skills in advocacy efforts, guiding groups of youths, and actively participating in the legislative process.

Cultural Competence: A genuine interest in cultural exchange and a desire to share experiences make you culturally competent, an invaluable quality for teaching English abroad.

Passion for Education: A commitment to education and personal growth, as evidenced by my decision to teach English abroad and pursue studies in Neurology.

I am an affable and eager person who is ready to learn and grow as much as possible. I have experience living in a foreign country and having to navigate a new language. I've taught and tutored young children to adults. I am very much looking forward to continuing my teaching career after the pandemic forced it into stasis.

I have my masters in physics and have achieved qualified teacher status (QTS) in mathematics.

I have taught maths in Korea from 2022 to 2023 and currently reside in China where I am teaching high school level maths. I have taught both British and American curriculums so I am flexible with the curriculums.

I have possessed a life-long admiration for reading and writing, and this interest helped me obtain skills in editing and proofreading. I have had minor TA jobs since high school and up into my four-year library job at Ohio University, which has given me plenty of experience being among classroom environments and around students. I went to college to obtain my English Bachelor’s Degree, which has given me a strong background into how the English language works grammatically and conversationally. I am a very organized person with clear communication skills with a passion for pleasing patrons or students. I
want my students to feel safe in my classroom, have an enjoyable time and experience learning
English. I enjoy helping people learn English no matter their age, as I have a fascination for other
languages and also the utmost respect and love for the cultures others may come from. I can edit
documents, lead groups, and take on projects that require the ability to multitask. Along with that, I
have a self-published novel out which has taught me much about publishing, formatting, and editing.
I’m very familiar with South Korean customs as well, as I’ve gone to Seoul and Busan before and
have had long friendships with people from South Korea. This has given me much exposure to the
culture, the people, the social aspects of Korean society, and the many things the country likes.

Hello! I have recently completed a two-month TESOL program in Vietnam (October – December 2023). As I have very recently returned to the UK from my Vietnam program, I'm researching and assessing what teaching opportunities are available and exploring Teaching English opportunities in Asia! I thoroughly enjoy working with children and have been very fortunate to gain teaching experience in a kindergarten setting since teaching in Vietnam. I would love to teach English to this age group again (during my TESOL program, I was placed in different Vietnamese schools and I taught between the ages of 2-12 years old. I am very eager to teach in a kindergarten setting again).

I have also completed two summer camp counselor positions in the USA during 2022 & 2023; living with and looking after a group of approximately 20 kids aged 7-10 years old. This involved coordinating, leading and assisting with sports and activities, as well as managing the day-to-day health and welfare of our campers.

I am a very dedicated, genuine and adventurous individual who is not afraid to explore out of my comfort zone.

I hold a master’s degree in International Development with Conflict and Humanitarian Action from the University of Bath. I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. I have a level 5 TEFL certification. My academic background, coupled with my TEFL certification, positions me as a well-qualified candidate for this role. As a fluent English speaker, I am confident in my ability to effectively communicate with students from various linguistic backgrounds. My teaching experience revolves around mentoring schemes for struggling students. This was aimed and adapted towards their skill set, towards improving their behaviours and academic outcomes. This was completed whilst I was still a student as part of a mentoring and peer tutoring scheme, part-time over 3 years. This mostly consisted of 1-on-1 tutoring to create a targeted experience to each student. However, group exercises and sessions were also taught. Additionally, I have experience working with diverse student populations, and I am adept at tailoring my teaching methods to meet the unique needs of ESL learners.

My teaching philosophy revolves around my academic background in International Development. I focused my research and projects towards the importance of adaptability of education internationally. I believe in the availability of education being accessible to all. I employ to create an engaging and effective learning experience for all students. I have developed a keen understanding of diverse cultures and student needs. I am adaptable and thrive in multicultural settings, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. By utilising my TEFL skills and experience in mentoring, I hope to expand my intercultural communication and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to increasing learning opportunities. I am also eager for the opportunity to live and relocate, with the work-life balance that this role offers.

I have ambition to immerse myself in the local culture, learn from my students, and contribute to their language development. I am impressed by its commitment to fostering a supportive and innovative learning environment. I am ambitious about being a part of a team that values not only academic success but also the overall growth and well-being of the students.