Christina Nidimou
London,London
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in behaviour management and classroom routines, adept at differentiation and support for EAL learners. Proficient in lesson planning and curriculum delivery, ensuring effective safeguarding awareness and student welfare. Strong communication and organisation skills enhance the ability to foster a positive learning environment. Committed to advancing educational outcomes through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Activity Leader
Burlington School of English
Balham , City of London
2026.04 - Current
- Supported the welfare and safeguarding of young learners in a residential setting
- Planned and led structured activities, promoting participation, confidence, and teamwork
- Managed behaviour and reinforced clear expectations in a group setting
- Provided pastoral support and built positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds
English teacher
Hewens Collge
Hayes, Hillingdon
2020.09 - 2026.03
- Delivered KS3 and KS4 English lessons, supporting students in developing reading and writing skills
- Prepared students for GCSE examinations through targeted revision and exam-focused teaching
- Adapted teaching to support EAL learners and students with additional needs
- Used assessment and feedback to monitor progress and improve student outcomes
- Maintained clear behaviour expectations to create a focused learning environment
- Contributed to curriculum planning and development of resources
Tutor 11+ exams
Examberry Tuition Centre, London
Ealing Broadway, Ealing
2021.10 - 2024.01
- Prepared students for 11+ examinations through targeted teaching and practice
- Developed students’ confidence and exam technique
Cover Supervisor
Various Secondary Schools
Manchester, Manchester
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Supervised classes and ensured students completed set work in the absence of the teacher
- Managed behaviour to maintain a productive learning environment
- Supported school procedures, including registration and internal exam invigilation
EAL teacher
self-employed
Thessaloniki, Greece
2012.09 - 2019.06
- Delivered English lessons to a range of learners, including young people and adults
- Prepared students for exams including IELTS, FCE, and ECPE
- Designed tailored lessons to meet individual learning needs
Education
Bachelor degree in English Language and Literature - English Language and Literature
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, Greece 2005.09 - 2012.03
MA Gender, Sexuality and Culture - Gender Studies
Birkbeck, University of London
City of london 2020.09 -
CELTA - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
British Council Manchester
Manchester 2020.02 - 2020.03
Skills
- Behaviour management and classroom routines
- Differentiation and support for EAL learners
- Lesson planning and curriculum delivery
- Safeguarding awareness and student welfare
- Strong communication and organisation
Affiliations
- reading
- running
- travelling
Languages
Greek
Native
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Activity Leader
Burlington School of English
2026.04 - Current
Tutor 11+ exams
Examberry Tuition Centre, London
2021.10 - 2024.01
English teacher
Hewens Collge
2020.09 - 2026.03
MA Gender, Sexuality and Culture - Gender Studies
Birkbeck, University of London
2020.09 -
CELTA - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
British Council Manchester
2020.02 - 2020.03
Cover Supervisor
Various Secondary Schools
2019.09 - 2020.03
EAL teacher
self-employed
2012.09 - 2019.06
Bachelor degree in English Language and Literature - English Language and Literature
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
2005.09 - 2012.03