My name is Eddie, I have spend nearly half of my life in South East Asia. I have a fun, friendly and laid back teaching approach. I enjoy making jokes and think I am naturally good at helping students feel comfortable and at ease in lesson.
I specialise in tailoring my lessons to the needs of the student, and try to do so by usually using the classic technique of teaching the topic/target language - practising this through some controlled practices and then using the target language which has been taught and practised in a freer practice using realistic situations - during this I will note down any errors which we will correct together and practice further if needed.
I can teach the technicalities of English grammar, or we can practice through normal conversation and error correction. For more advanced students I enjoy teaching using case studies, listening to audio tapes, reading and analysing texts/articles/news.
I worked with a globally recognised language school for over a year teaching people between the ages of 16 and 80!
I have also worked at a number of other smaller/more local languages schools designing syllabuses and managing small teams of teachers, as well as teaching classes throughout.
I still keep in touch with many of my old students who I now consider friends of mine. They still come to me for help with English and I am still delighted to help them.
I am CELTA qualified and spend four years at university studying outdoor adventure coaching.
Personal statement
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A self-starter and quick learner who holds a versatile skill set with experience in business ownership, customer service, sales, ESL teaching, training and team supervision. Recognised skills in organisation, problem solving, and remaining calm and composed under pressure with a consistent cheerful and confident personality.
Possesses a well-developed cultural understanding as a result of the widespread experience of living and travelling around Asia and Australia as well as an acknowledged ability to assimilate theoretical concepts and practical ideas.
Now looking to settle into a professional career in the UK. Gaining as much knowledge and experience as possible to progress within a company/industry.
Work Experience
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Sales Executive, Indmat - Industrial Materials
01/2015 - Present
Responsibilities & Achievements
Salesman, specialising in industrial coatings and cathodic protection materials. Duties included cold calling, visiting industry expos, following up potential leads, making sales pitches, responding to enquires, updating website information, organising and supplying quotations.
Co-Founder, Speakerbox
03/2016 - 03/2017
Responsibilities & Achievements
Live music bar/venue - Located in central Bangkok - Gained popular following including an organic 1600+ social media following, generated a successful income, hosted plenty of well-known local talent. Duties included building/decorating, full all round running of the venue, organising events/booking bands, managing team of staff, managing accounts, marketing.
Ended due to end of contract & political situation.
English Teacher, The Knowledge
11/2014 - 04/2015
Responsibilities & Achievements
Teaching professional English used in realistic situations to Adults at a language school in central Bangkok.
English Teacher, Wall Street English
10/2013 - 11/2014
Responsibilities & Achievements
Teaching English to people aged 16+. Followed the company method to teach the Wall Street English course, used personal skills to develop rapport, engage students and aid learning.
Tree Surgeon, Malcolm Fuller Pruning
04/2013 - 07/2013
Responsibilities & Achievements
Agricultural labour whilst travelling in Australia (located around Bundaberg). Required physical fitness, perseverance, discipline and diligence.
Bartender/ Floor staff, Polly Cocktail Lounge
11/2012 - 04/2013
Responsibilities & Achievements
General bar work at a high class, award winning cocktail bar located on Brunswick street, Melbourne, Australia.
Bar Staff/Live Sound, Lennons
09/2011 - 06/2012
Responsibilities & Achievements
Student job at popular bar/venue in Southampton, UK. General bar work, also helped with organising events and technical AV during live performances.
Further professional experience available upon request
Qualifications
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Cambridge English
Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA).
September 2013. International House, Bangkok, Thailand
Southampton Solent University
2008 - 2012
Undergraduate degree
Bachelor of Arts - Outdoor Adventure Management (2:2)
I used to study with Edward. He was a great tutor with many tricks to learn English easier. He also was very attentive to his students and always made sure that I learnt everything correctly. Moreover, it was fun to study with him because of his fun way of teaching that made the class very exciting.
During my time working with Edward he always displayed excellent attention to the needs of the students, and provided engaging, worthwhile lessons. I have no hesitation recommending Edward as a tutor across all age ranges and abilities.
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