tahn

I bring a rare combination of extensive classroom experience and real-world leadership skills to teaching. Unlike most new educators, I've taught every level from first grade through high school, giving me genuine versatility. My years managing teams at Starbucks and Mooyah while completing my degree have shown an exceptional work ethic and have already taught me the classroom management skills most first-year teachers struggle with.
My strengths are communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills proven through managing difficult customers, coordinating between staff and management, and designing creative lesson plans that actually engage students. I'm organized, reliable, and someone who steps up to challenges rather than backing down from them. With my TEFL certification and social studies expertise, I can teach content classes while supporting English language learners.

After over 6+ years in the legal field, I am transitioning into teaching English as a foreign language to continue my efforts in aiding others but in a more personal, proactive way. I am looking for the privilege of empowering students to unlock their potential and embrace the joy of learning, I wish to collaborate closely with other educators to design and deliver engaging lesson plans, support students in a group or one-on-one setting and cultivate positive classroom dynamics. My transition to education has been driven by a deep commitment to fostering inclusive, supportive, and inspiring environments where every student feels valued and encouraged to thrive. I take pride in my ability to adapt to diverse learning needs, tailoring my approach to ensure that each child receives the guidance and encouragement they need to succeed academically and personally. I am an analytical problem solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent relationship-building skills. My empathetic nature and strong interpersonal skills will allow me to build meaningful connections with students, helping them overcome challenges and develop confidence in their abilities. I am particularly passionate about promoting curiosity, resilience, and a love for lifelong learning in every child I hopefully work with. I am proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgement to positively impact overall success. I strongly believe that education is not just about imparting knowledge but about inspiring growth, self-belief and creativity. I am committed to make a lasting impact on the lives of the students I support, continuing to contribute to their success and well-being, ensuring that every student does not only leave the classroom with knowledge but with tools to achieve their dreams.

I am a friendly and enthusiastic individual with 7 years of experience in tutoring and child care. From the age of 15 to 18 years old, I worked for the tutoring company Kumon, assisting children aged between 3-13 with their English and Maths work sheets. During this time, I learnt how to engage students and analyse their strengths and weaknesses in order to adjust my teaching approach accordingly. Kumon gave me the opportunity to work with children who had special educational needs, developing my ability to teach a wide range of students with different requirements.

During my second year of University, I worked as a STEM Workshop Leader for Aveea Academy. I planned and delivered STEM workshops for groups of 20-30 children aged between 5 and 11, while supporting students with Special Educational Needs. Aveea Academy provided me Safeguarding, Diversity and Inclusion training and a Full Emergency Paediatric Certificate. Working at Aveea helped me to develop my skills in lesson planning, classroom engagement and managing large groups of children, while ensuring I could confidently communicate with parents and other members of staff. I enjoy being in a classroom environment and finding innovative ways to encourage students to learn and achieve their goals.

Additionally, I have experience working in two FE colleges, where I performed administrative tasks and co-ordinated industry placements for students. Working in Data admin enhanced my organisational skills, allowing me to plan lessons more efficiently.

I bring a well-rounded set of strengths, including diverse hands-on experience in team coordination, customer service, and care roles, demonstrating adaptability and leadership in fast-paced environments. My outgoing and positive personality fosters strong relationships, teamwork, and effective conflict resolution. Skilled in communication, behavioral management, safety protocols, and activity planning, I am organized, responsible, and capable of handling challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.

I have worked with children and adults of all ages in training and teaching classes. I have spent almost two years teaching art to children of all ages at my local children's museum. I also have over 5 years of training experience working with adults of all ages, teaching them how to read technical manuals and operate various equipment. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in History and American Sign Language. I also hold an Associate of Science degree and am a member of the National Honor Society. I am highly skilled in communication and team building. I also have several years of experience in team leading and management.