tahn

My skills:
Creative thinking
Attention to detail
Adaptability
Time management
Collaboration and teamwork
Independent research
Active listening
Rapport building
Leadership
Resilience

My Experience:

Learning Support Assistant (contracted)
Cwmbran High School, via Suppleo Education.
September 2023 – July 2024
During my contract at Cwmbran High, I worked with several classes, covering various educational and behavioural support needs. Much of my time was spent as ‘general support’, providing aid not only to the child I was assigned but to the whole class (dependent on the lesson and the needs of the children in each lesson). I worked closely with their teachers to ensure the correct support was given and to highlight what areas needed the most work, particularly with English and creative engagement.

Youth Worker
Gateway City Church, in Wollongong – Australia
February 2018 – August 2018
During my internship in Australia, I was one of twenty youth workers who looked after up to one hundred and twenty children (from the ages of 11-18). I assisted in organising events and running 'small groups' of up to ten children.

During the pandemic, I also acted as the English teacher for my younger siblings and family members due to school closures.

My personality:
I consider the strengths of my personality (and character) to be my resilience, my outgoing nature, and my overall adaptability. I am confident in my abilities to work with anyone and build meaningful connections. I approach most things with a smile and a can-do attitude because I'm eager to give my best and have a positive impact on those around me.

In my experience, I would say that my greatest strengths are the soft skills I have developed over the years as a mentor teaching majlis-style debate to young people from all over the world. Soft skills that include things like empathy, patience, cross-cultural communication and my flexibility when things don't go according to plan as well as my adaptability. From my time teaching English, I learned on the job how to enhance my delivery, tailor my lessons to personalise and cater to the needs of my students individual skill level and how to carry myself in a professional setting in a culture that was very new to me. Also, I would say based on my experience as an English teacher at a language exchange in Seongnam, my willingness to learn from others and use mistakes to improve and better myself to be the best I can be in everything I do would be a beneficial strength.

Experience:

Since I began working at age 15, I have 7 years of work experience and 3+ years of working in education. I have been a tutor, substitute teacher, and licensed psychology teacher. I graduated with my BA in Psychology, 120-hour TEFL certified, and have over 15 credits toward a Master's Degree in Social Work.

Skills:

– Active listening and empathy
– Crisis intervention
– Cultural competency
– Strong communication and organizational skills
– Documentation
– Classroom management techniques
– Ability to engage and motivate students
– Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments
– Conduct comprehensive research
– Develop valid proposals
– Collaboration and communication

Personality:

I am an eager learner and a dedicated, passionate, adaptable, and empathetic educator. I am optimistic, stern, and nurturing. I appreciate balance in work and pleasure, and am firm with my expectations for the life I desire to live.

Motivated, personable, non-traditional college graduate.
Talent for quickly mastering technology.
Diplomatic and tactful with professionals and non-professionals at all levels. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records.
Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences.
Highly skilled/proficient in MS Office programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher
Additional Certification in Teaching Business English, Teaching Online/One-on-one, and Teaching Young Learners (through TEFL Academy)

I am an enthusiastic and creative educator with a diverse professional background that blends the performing arts, design, and teaching. For over 17 years, I traveled the world as a professional performer, experiences that deepened my love for different cultures and sparked a passion for education. During this time, I taught dance to pre-teens and teens at summer camps and served as a teaching assistant in middle school art classes, where I enjoyed helping young students express their creativity. I also worked in after-school programs, gaining valuable experience supporting students in a range of activities.
In addition to my work with students, I built a successful career in design and advertising, where I developed strong communication and leadership skills. I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Advertising Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, and recently completed a 120-hour TEFL certification to formally prepare for teaching English abroad. I am currently studying Korean to better immerse myself in Korean culture and communicate more effectively with students and colleagues. I am excited to bring my energy, creativity, and global perspective to the classroom, and to inspire students to learn English in a fun, supportive environment.

I am a passionate educator with a strong background in art education and animation. With 4 years of experience designing and delivering personalized lesson plans, I adapt my teaching to meet individual learning styles and needs. I believe that through creativity, any subject can be taught across diverse learning environments. My experience in animation allows me to integrate technology and storytelling into the classroom, making lessons dynamic, engaging, and inclusive. I am dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where every student feels empowered to reach their academic potential. I am now seeking an opportunity to bring my skills, creativity, and enthusiasm to a forward-thinking educational community that values innovation and personalized learning.