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I possess an MA in Literature and Publishing and have worked as an English language teacher in six countries over a span of 14 years. This has included teaching second language learners of all ages and nationalities in a variety of different settings: universities, high schools, private English schools and summer camps. I have also taught English for a number of varying purposes: general use, professional use and preparation for exams. In addition, I have experience providing corporate training in English language editing for native speaker employees within a company in China. My English language expertise has been broadened and deepened by my experience working as a copy editor and technical writer. I would describe myself as open-minded, adaptable, patient and eager to take on new challenges and to accrue new experiences.

As someone who has worked in a foreign country for a year prior to this year, I was interested to see the vacancy you had open in Korea to teach English as a profession and feel this is something I could excel in. Having had the experience of working in Spain before, it is something I would like to continue to do and I feel that teaching is a calling that I cannot ignore.

I have great people skills as well as a calming personality, that I have used to develop myself. I have also had experience in training fellow colleagues in previous professions including when I worked in Spain. During lockdown I completed my TEFL course, achieving my certificate which acknowledges the completion of 168 hours of online courses in which I feel confident enough in my ability to teach professionally in Korea.

I feel I would thrive in this type of working environment as It think it would give me the chance to prove myself in a new field and so the prospect of a new challenge is an exciting one to me. For what I may lack in teaching experience I will more than make up for with hard work and determination to accommodate this. I feel the opportunity to teach English is something that I would personally find fulfilling as I would be teaching people a skill they can use for life which is something completely different to anything I have done before.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the vacancy further so that I can fully portray my aspiration to teach abroad and why I think this role suits me perfectly.
Sincerely,
Kate Griffiths

Throughout the years I have been teaching, I have gained experience in catering for the learning needs of students. I have had the opportunity to work with students that have disabilities and specific learning needs who require additional support. To best support students, I always ensure my lesson plans incorporate differentiation and resources that allow students to excel in their academic learning to the best of their abilities. Moreover, as a teacher I have always considered feedback important as it allows students to identify their strengths and areas of improvement and I therefore have always provided detailed and explicit feedback to my students. In the past years of teaching, I have worked with students with challenging behaviour and obtained a deep understanding about behaviour management.

In terms of my personality, I consider myself a teacher that is firm and fair with students. I have always had a positive relationship with my students inside the classroom but I am also assertive when addressing behavioural problems and giving instructions to students. I often tell jokes in my class to create a positive environment and always prepare engaging activities for my students. Personally, I am a kind, patient and supportive person that likes helping people and I have an artistic side (painting, drawing, henna art and ceramics).

I have good technological skills; I am familiar with Google Docs, Zoom, Microsoft software and with other digital platforms. I also have good communications skills and have always had a positive relationship with my colleagues and the school staff I have worked with.

I have been living and working in different parts of Korea since August 2015. During that time I have also acquired over 5 years of teaching English experience to students of all age ranges, kindergartners through adults. Therefore, I am flexible with teaching styles as well as planning or following different kinds of curriculums.

Having worked in a professional environment for the past six years I have a proven track record of providing excellent results, maintaining a high professional standard and going above and beyond in my professional work. I am looking to continue working to the highest standard when I make the transition to teaching English in South Korea. I believe that I would be a great asset to any team.

I always like to challenge myself and I am very much looking forward to the opportunity to teach English in South Korea, I hope that the experience will provide new perspective on working as well has help me develop new skills and provide the opportunity to meet new people. I am hard working, adventurous and independent. I believe I am someone who can be relied on to complete work independently without constant supervision.

In preparation of teaching English in South Korea I have completed a 188-Hour TEFL Certificate. I have previous experience working with children through volunteering to provide sports lessons for children in local schools and through a volunteer position as a soccer coach at a local school, where I taught soccer to children aged 5-8.

I am a friendly person who is always willing to go the extra mile for people, I hope that I have the opportunity to join a team and provide a great service to my students so they can get the most out of learning English. I am very much a people person and have a kind personality that I hope will endear myself to my students.

I am friendly and approachable and have experience teaching English to a variety of age groups and needs, having tutored English to both school students and privately to business students whilst studying Law at University. I have a genuine love of teaching and enjoy inspiring students to learn English. I am also fully TEFL certified. In terms of teaching style, I think it is important to be as friendly and patient as possible with students, to ensure the weaker students are supported, whilst also inspiring the stringer students to reach their full potential. Above all, I believe empathy is the most important trait a teacher can possess, being able to understand your students and respond to their needs.

Thank you for considering my application.

I am friendly and approachable and have experience teaching English to a variety of age groups and needs, having tutored English to both school students and privately to business students whilst studying Law at University. I have a genuine love of teaching and enjoy inspiring students to learn English. I am also fully TEFL certified. In terms of teaching style, I think it is important to be as friendly and patient as possible with students, to ensure the weaker students are supported, whilst also inspiring the stringer students to reach their full potential. Above all, I believe empathy is the most important trait a teacher can possess, being able to understand your students and respond to their needs.

Thank you for considering my application.

I have a very focused mind and love helping others be the best they can be. My Masters from the University of Glasgow focused on how different uses of the English language can effect people in different ways. I have over 4 years experience teaching from my involvement with Natural Eclipse Theatre, an educational theatre company I co-founded.