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Carys Elizabeth Burke

Sheffield,Yorkshire
Carys Elizabeth Burke

Summary

I instil confidence in students with encouragement and facilitate learning-focused lessons. I am focused on delivering interesting lessons for maximum engagement and retention. I also hold strong public speaking and planning abilities.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work history

Myself
Sheffield, Yorkshire

English Foreign Language Private Tutor
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • I use diverse lesson content and delivery methods to accommodate student preferences.
  • I monitor students' progression, provide constructive feedback and positive improvement to build confidence and encourage the use of learned skills outside of lesson time.
  • I self-promote via online learning platforms, social media, and local language-learning communities.
  • I manage all administrative tasks regarding the operation of a small business.

Graeme Sampson
Sheffield, Yorkshire

Martial Arts Instructor (Voluntary)
10.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • I tutor young participants (ages 5-16) in self-defense techniques and physical fitness.
  • I provide a safe, caring and fun learning environment for students and parents.
  • I build student capabilities through strength training, cardiovascular exercise and stretching.
  • I provide both group training and one-on-one training, fostering healthy lifestyles in young people.

Sheffield City Trust
Sheffield, Yorkshire

Customer Service Representative
10.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

Personal Fundraising Services
Chester, Cheshire

Customer Service Advisor
06.2019 - 09.2019

Job overview

Morrisons PLC
Denbigh, Denbighshire

Café Assistant
05.2018 - 10.2018

Job overview

Henllan Conservation Group
Denbigh, Denbighshire

Gardener (Voluntary)
05.2016 - 05.2019

Job overview

Skills

  • Purposeful and creative lesson planning
  • TESOL certification
  • Teaching material development
  • Positive learning environment
  • Creative writing

Languages

English
Native
Japanese
Intermediate
Spanish
Intermediate

Education

Education

BA (Hons) Creative Writing

Sheffield Hallam University

(09/2020 - 04/2024)

Including modules on: Writing for young people, advocacy writing


CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

University of Sheffield

(08/2023)

Full-time


TEFL Org Certificate

TEFL Scotland

(05/2022 - 10/2022)

Online qualification

Timeline

English Foreign Language Private Tutor
Myself
07.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Sheffield City Trust
10.2021 - 05.2022
Martial Arts Instructor (Voluntary)
Graeme Sampson
10.2019 - Current
Customer Service Advisor
Personal Fundraising Services
06.2019 - 09.2019
Café Assistant
Morrisons PLC
05.2018 - 10.2018
Gardener (Voluntary)
Henllan Conservation Group
05.2016 - 05.2019
Carys Elizabeth Burke