Teaching Philosophy and Professional Profile:
As a motivated ESOL teacher, I believe I have a significant role to play in helping students develop the self-confidence and self-esteem that will help them become keen and effective language learners. I believe that the teacher should be engaged with students and provide adequate attention to each and every student.
A good language lesson starts with a teacher who is knowledgeable with the language he / she is teaching. At the core of my language teaching philosophy is a genuine enthusiasm for exposing students to learning experiences that allow students to effectively retain teachings and reinforce understanding of information and language concepts.
I am also committed to proactively managing relationships with my work peers. I would hope to become a trusted and useful colleague to other teachers and to support staff at the school.
Education:
UNITEC Institute of Technology - http://www.unitec.ac.nz
Certificate in Language Teaching, CLT (2013)
University of Cambridge Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults, CELTA (2013)
Major: Teaching ESOL
Areas of focus: Language awareness, Awareness of learners, Classroom management, Lesson planning and preparation, Using and adapting teaching materials, Preparing and delivering Grammar-based lessons & Skills-based lessons.
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) - http://www.aut.ac.nz
Post Graduate Diploma in Business, PGDipBus (2011-2012)
Major: Economics
Areas of focus: International trade economics, Economics of public policy, Macroeconomic theory and policy.
Bachelors in Business, BBus (2007 – 2011)
Majors: International Business & Economics
Areas of focus: International trade, International relations, Business & culture, International business strategy, International accounting, Business and the macroeconomic environment, International business management, Quantitative methods for business.
