Profile
An articulate qualified English teacher who is able to effectively communicate with students from diverse backgrounds or varying degrees of ability. A committed and dedicated professional with a proven ability to teach, motivate and direct students to maximum performance by encouraging a positive and energetic environment. Intelligent and articulate individual who possess a strong knowledge of English and teaching techniques and keen to join a team dedicated to building a state-of-the-art English language instruction centre.
Key Skills
o Extensive knowledge of the latest teaching methods and resources
o Excellent computer aptitude, proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
o Ability to communicate orally, in writing or via electronic means in a manner appropriate to the audience
o Comfortable with technology in the classroom including IWB and LMS
o Willing and capable of learning new skills or methods very swiftly
o Fluent in English and Arabic languages both written and spoken
Work History
English as a Second Language Instructor, Language Link London
Jan 2014 – Apr 2014
Duties:
o Gained teaching practice and experience planning different types of lessons
o Demonstrated an ability to analyse language for teaching purposes
o Planned, prepare and delivered logically-staged lessons with a range of appropriate materials
o Taught elementary, pre-intermediate and upper-intermediate EFL classes of 7 – 12 students from various cultural backgrounds
o Taught a multilingual class and have developed techniques for overcoming the language barrier
o Worked with Total English, Headway and English File course books
o Created activities tailored to the students’ needs based on analysis of their errors and learning styles. The activities targeted receptive and productive skills and language systems
o Used different classroom technologies available to enhance the teaching-learning process
Academic Supervisor, Saudi Arabia Embassy Cultural Bureau
Feb 2013 – Present
Duties:
o Assisting students to identify their academic values and goals, consistent with their capabilities, interests, and educational backgrounds
o Guiding and assisting students during their period of registered study at universities
o Working as a coordinator between universities and students
o Clarifying academic policies, universities’ regulations, programs requirements, and procedures
o Assisting students to independently monitor their progress toward achieving their educational and career goals
o Supervising and positively interacting with students to deal with their requests and enquiries
o Maintaining professional integrity, confidentiality, respect, and sensitivity in advising
o Respecting students’ individual needs and diversity
Sales Assistant, Brixton News Agent
Nov 2005 – Feb 2012
Duties:
o Provided high level of professionalism dealing with customers face to face or over the phone
o Handled and resolved customers complaints or enquiries in a calm manner
o Operated the till and cashing up at the end of the day
o Cash handling as cashier and ordering stock as required
o Completed relevant paperwork from compiling monthly reports on sales figures to performing store audits
o Used good communication and negotiation skills in order to sign less costly deal with suppliers
Computer Support Volunteer, Age UK Lambeth
Feb 2012 – Feb 2013
Duties:
o Instructed users in the use of PC as well as printing and photocopying documents
o Supported users with the various programmes that are available
o Assisted setting up wireless access for various devices
o General administrative work such as data entry, faxing messages and filling
IT Mentor Volunteer, Eritrean Muslim Community Association
Dec 2004 – Sep 2005
Duties:
o Supervised and positively interacted with youth
o Provided information about community services and resources available for youth
o Conducted and evaluated programs for young people, such as education and self-development
o Encouraged youth to develop their planning, prioritising and time management skills in order to work on several different assignments effectively
o Instructed youth in the professional use of various office equipments such as PCs, printers and photocopier
o Trained youth how to use Windows office package including Word, Excel and Access
o Ensured that all youth work and activities are conducted in a safe environment
Qualifications & Training
Language Link School London
Jan 2014 – Apr 2014
o Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) – Pass
Middlesex University
Sep 2009 – Jul 2012
o BSc Information Technology & Networking – First Class Honour
Lambeth College
Sept 2005 – Jul 2009
o Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Diploma for IT Practitioners – Distinction
o Level 2 Diplomas for IT Practitioners (Software Development) – Merit
o GNVQ Intermediate Information and Communication Technology – Pass
Interests
In my leisure time and on a voluntary basis I help to translate English to Arabic and Arabic to English for the elders in my community. I enjoy playing football, snooker, and reading scientific magazines such as New Scientist and BBC Focus. I go to the gym regularly to keep fit and occasionally go swimming.
References
Available on request
