Hi, I’m
Kirsten Wilson
Castlederg
Summary
Experienced ESL Instructor with over three years of teaching experience, including both overseas and online roles. Skilled in boosting student language proficiency through innovative lesson planning and the integration of digital learning tools. Key strengths include pronunciation coaching and cross-cultural communication, which have contributed to increased student engagement and success in exams such as Cambridge and IELTS. Dedicated to adapting creative teaching methods to suit a variety of learning styles.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Star AcademyMurcia
English Teacher
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Created lesson plans to address the needs of entry-level and upper-level English students.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance throughout the semester.
- Prepared students for Cambridge exams, up to B2 level.
- Delivered Cambridge curriculum using creative teaching methods.
Castlederg High SchoolN.Ireland
Student Learning Assistant
10.2023 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviours to students to build practical knowledge.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimise teaching strategies.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
Apollo EnglishN.Ireland
Online English Teacher
09.2023 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
- Created exciting lessons on course material to educate and engage students in classroom.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by addressing disruptive behaviour promptly.
- Monitored student performance through online assessments, quizzes, and tests.
- Conducted regular student reports.
Apollo EnglishHanoi
English teacher
09.2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Planned and delivered high-quality lessons to children aged 3–16.
- Effectively managed classroom behavior with rewards and sanctions.
- Adapted individual student needs and learning styles.
- Used technology and multimedia resources in the classroom.
- Developed effective teaching strategies.
- Created personalized learning plans to help students achieve their language goals.
- Successfully prepared students for the IELTS exams.
Strabane AcademyN.Ireland
Student Learning Assistant
01.2021 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Successfully supporting students one on one who have special educational needs, and/or challenging behaviours
- Creating changes in the classroom to help accommodate SEN students
- Creating individual schedules to help students stay on track with their studies
- Effectively using art therapy tools to calm sensory overload stress
- Successfully helping students to achieve their educational goals
Education
I-to-i TEFLOnline
TEFL from TEFL
09-2020
Heriot-Watt University
BSc from Fashion Technology
01.2015
Herriot-Watt University
Diploma from Industry Training
01.2015
Skills
- Certified ESL instructor
- IT literacy and virtual learning tools
- Pronunciation coaching
- Language proficiency
- Creative learning strategies
- Lesson planning
- Cross-cultural communication
References
Available upon request
Languages
- English, Native
- French, Basic
- Spanish, Basic
Timeline
English Teacher
Star Academy
09.2024 - Current
Student Learning Assistant
Castlederg High School
10.2023 - 07.2024
Online English Teacher
Apollo English
09.2023 - 04.2024
English teacher
Apollo English
09.2022 - 08.2023
Student Learning Assistant
Strabane Academy
01.2021 - 07.2022
I-to-i TEFL
TEFL from TEFL
Heriot-Watt University
BSc from Fashion Technology
Herriot-Watt University
Diploma from Industry Training
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