David Marks
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in teaching English to young learners and adults. Utilises creative teaching methods to enhance grammar instruction and vocabulary development strategies. Committed to fostering an engaging learning environment that supports student success and aims to further develop innovative educational practices.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work history
English Teacher
Kaplan International Languages
London
07.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
- Taught advanced grammar lessons improving overall language proficiency.
- Supervised and participated in school activities enhancing community engagement and student involvement.
Pre-Sessional Tutor in English
Kaplan International College
01.2024 - 04.2026
- Adapted teaching style for individual learning capabilities.
- Provided additional resources outside tutoring hours for continued self-study.
- Provided detailed feedback with constructive suggestions to improve academic performance.
- Taught study skills and learning accommodations to help struggling students resolve core issues impeding academic progress.
- Completed periodic training to gain knowledge of emerging trends in education.
- Taught students important points to prepare for examinations and assessments.
Young Learners and Executive English Teacher
International House London
01.2018 - 04.2026
- Integrated real-world business scenarios into lesson plans, creating a practical learning environment.
- Boosted linguistic confidence by providing constructive feedback on performance.
- Adapted course materials to suit individual learning styles and objectives.
- Supported students in achieving personalised linguistic goals within desired timeframes.
- Delivered summer language camps with practical activities, role-plays and audio-visual content.
- Invigilation and Interlocutor work with Cambridge Occupational English Test examinations
English Teacher
Mill Hill International School
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Teaching English to young learners in both Summer and all-round school.
- Engaging and productive project-oriented lessons
English Teacher
St Giles International
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Teaching one-to-one and small adult classes in Platinum centre
- tailored business and professional English classes
Business & Leadership/English Teacher
Summer Boarding Courses
Oxford, Oxfordshire
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted in school event planning contributing towards enhanced school spirit and cohesiveness.
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
Partner Director
Workplace Systems
01.2013 - 01.2014
- managed relationship with Russian business partner
- visited Moscow and St Petersburg to support sales meetings
- conducted performance reviews
Visiting Lecturer
Westminster Business School
04.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted in leading seminars and workshops to support understanding of course material.
- Supervised student projects to encourage independent thought and research skills.
- Contributed to the creation of new courses to improve educational offerings.
- Facilitated tutorials that aided lecture content; supported overall learning experience.
- Improved student comprehension by delivering engaging and informative lectures.
Consultant
VKA Business Development
01.2008 - 01.2013
- business coaching and training
- advising start-ups
- running seminars for business owners
Consultant
Kingston Business Coaching
01.2005 - 01.2008
- operating ActionCOACH franchise
- business and sales performance coaching
Sales
123 Send
01.2004 - 01.2005
- inbound and outbound telephone sales
- developing business relationships to optimise sales of remote payment systems
Sales
Computer Software Group
01.2001 - 01.2003
- sales of CRM software system to IBM AS/400 users
Channel Sales Manager
Lawson Software
01.1998 - 01.2001
- indirect sales to Central and Eastern Europe
- visited Czechia and Hungary to support business partners
Partner Manager
JBA
01.1992 - 01.1998
- sales to companies in Croatia, Slovenia, Czechia, Russia, Romania and Poland
Sales and Sales Manager
Triffid Software
01.1981 - 01.1991
- Southern Regional Sales Manager
- Sales of MRPII and Contract Costing systems to defence industry
Sales and Sales Manager
NCR
01.1981 - 01.1986
- Managed New Business Sales team
- important sales to Manufacturing, Distribution and Construction companies
Sales
ICL
01.1979 - 01.1981
- Sales Consultant with responsibility of managing relationship with medium-sized enterprises
- sales of upgrade and additional systems
Sales
Burroughs
01.1977 - 01.1979
- Developed winning sales strategies to drive revenue.
- Utilised excellent direct sales techniques and rapport-building skills to convert warm leads into sales.
- Boosted sales through persuasive selling techniques.
- Increased sales with effective product presentation techniques.
Education
9 O Levels, A Levels - French, German and English
Churchers College Petersfield
01.1961 - 01.1968
BA Hons - Russian Studies
Leeds University
01.1968 - 01.1972
British Council Exchange Scholar - Russian Literature
Moscow State University
09.1973 - 10.1974
MBA - Business
Kingston University
London 02.2003 - 01.2005
CELTA - English as a Foreign Language
International House London
05.2018 - 06.2018
Skills
- English pronunciation instruction
- British Council inspection preparation
- Classroom management
- Grammar instruction
- Vocabulary development strategies
- Creative teaching methods
Career History
- Pimlico Academy (Fr & Sp), Volunteer Teaching Assistant, 2017
- Kensington Aldridge Academy, Volunteer Teaching Assistant, 2017
Timeline
English Teacher
Kaplan International Languages
07.2025 - Current
Pre-Sessional Tutor in English
Kaplan International College
01.2024 - 04.2026
English Teacher
Mill Hill International School
01.2023 - 01.2024
English Teacher
St Giles International
01.2023 - 01.2024
Business & Leadership/English Teacher
Summer Boarding Courses
06.2019 - 07.2019
CELTA - English as a Foreign Language
International House London
05.2018 - 06.2018
Young Learners and Executive English Teacher
International House London
01.2018 - 04.2026
Partner Director
Workplace Systems
01.2013 - 01.2014
Visiting Lecturer
Westminster Business School
04.2012 - 07.2012
Consultant
VKA Business Development
01.2008 - 01.2013
Consultant
Kingston Business Coaching
01.2005 - 01.2008
Sales
123 Send
01.2004 - 01.2005
MBA - Business
Kingston University
02.2003 - 01.2005
Sales
Computer Software Group
01.2001 - 01.2003
Channel Sales Manager
Lawson Software
01.1998 - 01.2001
Partner Manager
JBA
01.1992 - 01.1998
Sales and Sales Manager
Triffid Software
01.1981 - 01.1991
Sales and Sales Manager
NCR
01.1981 - 01.1986
Sales
ICL
01.1979 - 01.1981
Sales
Burroughs
01.1977 - 01.1979
British Council Exchange Scholar - Russian Literature
Moscow State University
09.1973 - 10.1974
BA Hons - Russian Studies
Leeds University
01.1968 - 01.1972
9 O Levels, A Levels - French, German and English
Churchers College Petersfield
01.1961 - 01.1968