ESL Teachers

Experience and Skills

– Formal Writing Skills i.e. preparation of reports, proposals and interpretation of financial statements
– Project Management i.e. organising and implementing a project or event from idea to execution, sourcing out funds and rallying in various stakeholders
– Strategic and Organisational Skills i.e. ability to identify an organisations strengths and weaknesses and create and implement a strategy that helps an organisation function effectively and sustainably.
– Efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
– Interpersonal Skills i.e. ability to engage people from different walks of life and meet them at the point of their need
– Analytical Skills i.e. ability to analyse and interpret different sources of information and document findings
– Encouragement and Counsel i.e. ability to encourage and counsel people to live purposeful lives.

Personality

* Soft-spoken- I speak in a calm and even tone,
* Empathetic- I am able to understand and share the feelings of another,
* Patient- I am able to withstand delays, problems or suffering without being easily frustrated,
* Friendly- I'm kind and pleasant to be around,
* Creative- I'm able to use my imagination or original ideas to create something,
* Gracious- I am courteous, thoughtful & polite and
* Strong willed- I am determined and self driven

I’m a British national who has been living in Seoul for 4.5 years. I have a degree in TESOL with Korean which means I possess both knowledge of how to teach the English language and of Korean culture. I also have a 130 hour TESOL qualification and have 2+ years experience working in Korea. I have taught every age group in Korea from kindergarten until adults and therefore have a thorough understanding of how to adapt teaching methods and materials to various age groups. I have a bright, friendly and patient personality and try to instil confidence first in my students as i believe self confidence is of the greatest importance when learning a foreign language. Having learned multiple languages myself i understand what it’s like to be in the shoes of a learner which helps me to better devise effective methods of language learning. Please see my introduction video attached below:

https://youtu.be/vYiy5gXDxTI

I am currently working in Digital Marketing, however after almost four years in the field, I have learnt that I would prefer to work in a position that is much more interpersonal, and people focussed. I have decided to pursue teaching because I had a very positive experience of education myself, so a career in education has always appealed to me. With my own academic background (Bachelors in English and Masters in Communication & Entrepreneurship), I feel as though I am well suited to teaching English.

Though I plan to change my career path, my current job had provided me with a great set of transferable skills. These include excellent verbal and written communication, creativity, problem solving, organisation, time management and management of a demanding workload. All of these skills would be essential in a teaching job.

I also have experience with children, including childminding and mentoring children in an after school homework club therefore I know that I enjoy working with and being around children as I am an energetic, enthusiastic and fun person. I am also highly empathetic, a good listener and patient which would all be crucial skills to have as a good teacher.

I was born and raised in London, United Kingdom and I have a Bachelor's Honors Degree in Magazine Journalism and Feature Writing. I have a TEFL/TESOL certificate to teach English as a foreign language. In my own time I run a travel blog and YouTube channel and I have published an E book on Amazon.

As for my experience, I have recently obtained the certificate last year and I am currently teaching Japanese students online as an English tutor on the platform Native Camp. I have years of experience working as a journalist, freelance writer and in customer service.

I am someone who is always enthusiastic, I have a positive mindest and I love to socialize. I am hard working, highly organized and I always meet my deadlines on time. I can easily adapt and learn new skills, and I like to think outside the box.

As a graduate from the University of California, Irvine with a Bachelor of Social Sciences in
Sociology and currently working as a Research Data Coordinator for UC Irvine Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, I highly look forward to working as an English Instructor.

Currently, I work as a Research Data Coordinator where I provide comprehensive data management for a research portfolio of Phase I-IV cancer-related protocols, provide accurate collection and coordination of data submission to study sponsors, assist the principal investigators and study coordinators for all data management aspects of cancer-related trials, and communicate with multi-level networks. Even though I do not work with the patients directly, I take pride in making a difference in the lives of others by working behind the scenes with the team members to help the Cancer Center operate.

Before I worked at the Cancer Center, I worked as a Customer Relations agent at Asiana Airlines. As a customer relations agent, I recorded and responded to customers’ compliments, inquiries, suggestions, and complaints registered through the online customer service feedback system and agencies. By working at Asiana Airlines, I learned about the importance of customer service and learned how to adjust to the company culture.

In addition, I have experience working at a nonprofit organization called Project Kinship where I mentored high school students living in underprivileged populations by conducting self-governed tutor sessions every week. As an academic tutor, I learned how to prepare the class and teach the students effectively on their academic standing.

Through the various work experiences, I realized is that I am happiest when I help and see people grow. Therefore, with the knowledge and skills I gained, I want to make a meaningful contribution to help learners in Korea achieve their educational goals.

I appreciate your time and look forward to hearing back from you soon.

I am a confident and outgoing person with good interpersonal skills; I am an excellent communicator and can work well independently and in a team. I am reliable, responsible and trustworthy. My work experience and my degree have given me the ability to work under pressure in difficult and stressful conditions, remaining calm and focussed on the task at hand. I am a very driven individual that loves to educate people and look forward to teaching English as a foreign language.

Working in educational settings has formed the majority of my working life. I have always loved working with children, watching them learn, develop and flourish.

I am currently employed in a very different profession, working for a large corporation in Medical I.T. I have learnt a lot from this industry and role, but I am keen to return to working with children. Education is where my heart truly lies and I would love the opportunity to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) in South Korea. I am fascinated by Korean culture and would love the opportunity to work in such an innovative and traditional society.

I am passionate about providing children with the foundations to grow into confident, well-rounded, thoughtful individuals who are interested and engaged with the world around them. Teaching children to be able to question what we take for granted and what we think we know. To ask the difficult questions. Language forms the foundation for inquisitive minds to be set free.

We were all young once. The experiences, care, lessons and time that we invest in learners from day one helps to shape them into the best versions of themselves as they journey through formal education and beyond.

The majority of my experience within the UK education system is with young learners (Early Years, Reception and Key Stage 1), and with children with special or additional needs.

Working with children in Early Years settings has provided me with a strong foundation in teaching and supporting language acquisition for reading, writing and speaking. I have experience utilising multiple teaching methodologies to instill phonics comprehension as the building blocks for language development.

My teaching approach has always been child centered. Putting the child / children at the heart of every lesson allows them the chance to explore the subject, make mistakes, correct misunderstandings, practise and progress.

Teaching must be accessible to all children, and an inclusive classroom environment is critical. It is my responsibility to support them at every stage in their learning journey, to ensure they understand the subject matter and are able to confidently develop and build on prior learning.

I have a degree in Child Development & Education, coupled with Sport & Coaching Studies. I achieved an Upper Second Class Honours (2:1). I subsequently moved on to complete a PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate in Education) focused on Early Years and Primary education. I achieved a final mark of Outstanding.

I am currently undertaking an 120 hour TEFL course, with an additional module for teaching young learners. I want to be as prepared as possible for teaching English as an additional language, arming myself with as much information and practice as I can. Therefore ensuring I provide children in South Korea with the most relevant and appropriate lessons from the outset.

I love to bring subjects to life. Making learning a hands-on experience. Giving the children the power to actively engage with a topic. Utilising resources and different learning environments, such as sensory toys, songs, music, role play or outdoor learning. I couple this with formal, comprehensive, measurable activities which ensure that progress is recorded, reviewed and monitored.

I believe this multi faceted approach gives children the best opportunities to reinforce their learning and understanding, whilst also making learning relevant and relatable. I am also keen on combining group activities with individual learning to help support social skills, particularly with language acquisition and development. Talking is important.

I practice what I preach. Every new day provides us with the chance to learn something new. I don’t think learning ever leaves us. Whether this is trying a new recipe, reading a book, having a thoughtful discussion, or learning a new language. I am personally very early in my journey with learning Korean, but I am really enjoying the experience.

I bring energy and enthusiasm to everything I do. I make an impact through my creative approach to teaching and my positive attitude. I think respect, empathy, and an open mind are core characteristics for an educator. I believe I actively embody all three.

Throughout my working life I have worked within large and small teams. Working together with colleagues is something I have always enjoyed. Solving challenges together and working towards a unified solution. I also enjoy working independently and focusing my energy on a specific activity or task.

Communication is key when teaching. Ensuring the children are able to understand and assimilate the subject matter. I believe I have strong communication skills which enable and promote active participation from children in the classroom, as well as open and positive discussion and activities.

Every child is unique. Children learn at different paces and in different ways. Being adaptable to the needs of the children is one of my core strengths. I have experience of providing multiple approaches whilst teaching, to ensure that all children are able to learn, reinforce and utilise the lesson content.

I am able to respond dynamically to the children’s learning and make adaptations and prioritisations accordingly. Whether this means slowing down and revisiting a subject from the beginning, having some one-to-one support time, providing extension activities to challenge their learning or utilising peer-to-peer activities.

I believe I have the right personality, skills and experience to work as an ESL teacher in South Korea. I am passionate about education and giving all children the right building blocks to grow into accomplished and well-rounded individuals.

I have a comprehensive background in Early Years education and many years’ experience in teaching early language acquisition and development for reading, writing and speaking.

I believe I embody all the right attributes for a teacher of ESL in South Korea. I am patient, inclusive, dependable, creative, motivated, organised and flexible. I put the children at the heart of their learning. I am resourceful and innovative in making learning interactive and engaging. I am passionate about helping every child progress, and I am resilient in the face of challenges.

It is my job as a teacher to bring out the best in each child. To provide them with a solid foundation in the English Language, which will help them to confidently embrace the opportunities which await them as they grow and develop through their learning journey and beyond.

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am expressing my interest in the position advertised for an ESL Teacher as seen on the TEFL Academy website.

I have Bachelor of Social Science Degree in Criminology and Legal Studies from the University of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa and I am currently studying towards my 168 hour TEFL Level 5 certification from the TEFL Academy. Working as Telesales Supervisor, one of my responsibilities as a supervisor includes training and coaching staff. This involves preparation of lessons, material and teaching employees as well preparing activities and refresher training in English. My current position is a teaching assistant at Randburg Clinic School. The learners that attend this school have learning disabilities such autism, various behavioral issues and dyslexia. It is my responsibility to aid in the learning process by teaching these children the mandatory skills such as reading, writing, numbers, colours etc as one would do as a foundation phase teacher.

I am hoping that you will allow me the opportunity to build on my skills and gain practical experience as an ESL teacher. I am positive that that I will be a valuable asset to your learning institution, family of teachers and the students that attend your school. I am extremely passionate about sharing knowledge with people and certain in my abilities to develop and groom your students to into using the English language confidently and fluently.

My ability to adapt very quickly to diverse environments, strong communicational skills, organizational skills and ability to work well under pressure, will allow me to be the best candidate to fulfil this position and make a positive impact on your schools education standards.

Enclosed is my resume should you wish to contact me. Thank you for your review and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,
Sumai Singh

Hi, this is Alex from New York. I'm a foreign English teacher from USA who has been teaching English of all levels from Children, Teenagers, and Adults across different countries for 7+ years now. I am currently ending my work contract soon in China and I was planning on coming to Korea to teach! My current job allows me to teach English, create lesson plans, and utilize Microsoft Excel and Word. I am naturally an outgoing person who loves to experience different cultures and experiences. I look forward to meeting you! Thanks. -Alex

I am highly energetic which came in handy when I would teacher my younger students aged 2 and a half and 3 years old. I feel as though I am a great listener and able to openly admit when I am not sure about certain topics which came in handy when I was teaching my pre-teens and teenagers aged 12 to 16 years old. I enjoy bringing out the best in people and giving them consistent reassurance and a thumbs up when I notice that they are trying and that also came in handy with my middle school aged students when it came to them doing oral presentations or debates. I am disciplined, hard-working and I am always up for a new challenge. I gained my teaching experience at an amazing training center called English First (EF), in Zhengzhou China. I worked there for two years and was offered a teaching job at an International school in the same city but when I had returned to South Africa to prepare my documents for the position, the pandemic halted my process.

Before working in China I was part of an NPO called R Shape that focused on providing free tutoring and mentorship to high school students from grades 10 to 12. And during my studies I was the class representative for 3 years and was the Academic officer in my department's school council in my last 2 years. I also served on the Advisory committee in my final year. These opportunities allowed me to be around students and gave me skills on how to listen to their problems and strategize with them on how to help or solve their academic issues and sometimes, personal issues. It also taught me how to think on my feet and be able to adapt when things don't go as planned.

My old job and the new job I managed to obtain a contract for eagerly are waiting for me to start but seeing that China is nowhere near allowing South Africans back in I am here searching for positions elsewhere.