Janice Chalmers
GLASGOW
Summary
Creative and dedicated CELTA-certified teacher with over twelve years experience teaching adult ESOL learners in a variety of educational and community environments. Proven ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners. Passionate about designing and delivering relevant and engaging courses to motivate and encourage students.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
ESOL tutor
ESOL Scotland
GLASGOW
2013.08 - Current
Developed a series of tailored ESOL courses to be delivered on site for various employers including the NHS and First Bus and employability based courses for partner organisations, such as the Refugee Council.
Successfully delivered intensive SQA accredited courses to refugees and asylum seekers.
2025, created a new suite of assessments and support materials for ESOl levels National 2, 3,and 4.
ESOL lecturer (Bank)
Kelvin College
GLASGOW
2017.12 - 2019.06
Worked with the Curriculum Manager to support colleagues in maintaining standards of learning, covering classes in all the different campus locations and learning levels. This required flexibility and an ability to assess a class quickly and adapt teaching strategies.
Education
Master of Arts - History of Art
University of Aberdeen
AberdeenCELTA - English Language Teaching to Adults
Clyde College
Glasgow 2001.04 -
Skills
Course and assessment design
TESOL Teaching Literacies to Adults certified
Student assessment and needs analysis
Online instruction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESOL lecturer (Bank)
Kelvin College
2017.12 - 2019.06
ESOL tutor
ESOL Scotland
2013.08 - Current
CELTA - English Language Teaching to Adults
Clyde College
2001.04 -
Master of Arts - History of Art
University of Aberdeen