Since I graduated from University I have been teaching English to University students in China. The work is often demanding and needs a creative mind and ability to think on ones feet.      Over the years I have taught a range of disciplines including English speaking, reading and listening. Recently I have been given the responsibility of training students to pass the Global IELTS examination, this is an International examination that all international students have to pass in order to further their study abroad.
 

February 2009 to October 2011 Army reserve Soldier:                            
My time in the Army reserves was incredibly rewarding and fulfilling. It has given me the opportunity to develop a number of important key skills that are easily transferable to the work place.
 Key Skills:  Team Work: I am a constructive team member, and through my training in the AR I have been able to contribute practically to the success of the team on many occasions.
Leadership : My training has taught me how to motivate and encourage others, whilst taking the lead when given a specific task. Communication: I am able to communicate successfully verbally, in writing, or via electronic means in a manner appropriate to the audience I am addressing. Problem solving: I have the ability to think problems through in a logical and creative way in order to determine key issues and subsequently solve them. Initiative:  I am willing to use my own initiative, and have the ability to think and react quickly to demanding situations. Commitment / motivation: I have the energy and enthusiasm to actively pursue projects, ensuring they are done to the best of my ability.  Flexibility / Adaptability: Due to the fast pace of the ARs, I have the ability to handle, change and adapt to new situations. Self Awareness:  The ARs has allowed me to evaluate my own strengths and areas for improvement, and understand how to further my own development where necessary.

 September 2007 – October 2010 Shop Assistant - Arsenal World of Sport - London
 Arsenal World of Sport is one of the major sellers of Arsenal football merchandise. During my time as a Shop assistant I was tasked with a number of responsibilities.   Key Responsibilities:  Selling merchandise and helping customers on the shop floor. Multitasking and working under pressure in a busy environment. Answering telephone enquiries. Dealing with customer complaints. Taking deliveries and sorting stock. Taking responsibility for the ‘print room’ and carrying out personalised printing for customers. 

University – Nottingham Trent University:  Degree: International relations 2:1 Honours.      During my time at University I was part of the International Relations Society in which I was part of a team who spearheaded a cultural exchange to Istanbul. As part of this society I also attended lectures and conferences at my own and other universities in order to further my understanding of international issues and explore areas of international Relations that I have a passion for.   Dame Alice Owens School:   A-Levels:   Government and Politics (B), History (C), Sociology (B).  GCSEs:  Obtained 10 GCSE’s from A – C Grade