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Monika Paldi

Southampton

Summary

Dedicated Life and Career Coach with extensive experience in helping individuals, particularly mothers, unlock their true potential and achieve personal and professional success. Specialising in career clarity and transition, I create personalised action plans and provide continuous support. Passionate about making a real impact, I thrive in a remote, client-focused environment. Committed to fostering growth, innovation, and client success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Life, Career & Purpose Coach

Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for empowering clients to redefine their careers by providing specialised coaching in career clarity and career transition
  • Focused on helping clients find meaningful, flexible work that aligns with their family life and personal goals
  • Building clients' confidence, skills, and networks for a successful return to the workforce.

Associate Teacher in ESOL

City College
01.2022 - 02.2024
  • Accountable for planning, preparing, and delivering dynamic and practical English lessons tailored to the diverse needs and levels of students
  • Ensured the academic progress of students by differentiating instruction, monitoring their performance, and providing comprehensive feedback
  • Engaged in non-teaching duties and professional development to support the overall functioning and improvement of the school.

Private Online English Tutor

Self-employed
04.2016 - Current
  • Accountable for teaching EFL (English as a Foreign Language) online, tutoring students in all aspects of English communication including speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, and conversational skills
  • Led and motivated students at various levels to achieve their best potential by employing modern teaching methods and providing constructive feedback to facilitate their learning and skill improvement.

Teaching Assistant

Department of English, St George Catholic College
10.2016 - 09.2020
  • Accountable for tutoring new immigrant students in EFL both one-to-one and in small groups, as well as teaching GCSE English to EFL students, including those who are behind at school or have special educational needs
  • Assisted students in developing their written and verbal communication skills, comprehension, and analysis of texts, and prepared them for English GCSE exams by following the AQA specifications, while also supporting English teachers with lesson preparation and delivery.

Marketing Assistant

Replantmed Ltd.
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Accountable for supporting the marketing manager, product manager, and sales representatives with daily administrative duties, including organising promotional events, liaising with clients, and maintaining pricing details
  • Assisted in producing marketing materials, handling correspondence, and ensuring efficient communication and distribution processes, while also participating in international meetings and networking events to promote the company.

Receptionist

BSR Center
10.2012 - 06.2014
  • Accountable for ensuring the smooth operation of the reception area, including welcoming and checking in guests, handling inquiries, and managing check-outs
  • Maintained a professional and clean reception environment, dealt with all requests efficiently and courteously, and performed various ad-hoc administrative tasks.

English Teacher

Bolyai János Secondary Technical School
09.2010 - 09.2012
  • Accountable for teaching English as a Foreign Language to secondary school students, preparing school-leavers for A-level examinations, and maintaining classroom records in line with school policies
  • Developed course syllabi and teaching materials, conducted assessments, provided constructive feedback, and participated in faculty and parent conferences, while managing classroom behaviour and contributing to extra-curricular activities.

Boarding School Educational Teacher, Librarian and Cultural Organizer Teacher

Bolyai János Secondary Technical School and Boarding School
09.2003 - 08.2010
  • Accountable for tutoring students in English, Hungarian Language and Literature, and History, as well as organizing and managing theatre and museum programs for the boarding school
  • Coordinated with various cultural organizers, managed library services and research support, and oversaw the administration of library databases and event budgets, ensuring smooth execution and follow-up of educational programs.

Teacher of Hungarian Language and Literature, History

Richter Gedeon Primary School
09.2001 - 08.2003
  • Accountable for teaching Hungarian Language and Literature and History to senior section students, managing daily classroom activities, and monitoring student behaviour and progress
  • Responsible for overseeing tutor groups and ensuring a supportive and effective learning environment.

Education

Certified Career Coach - Career Coaching

Transformation Academy
The US
2024

Life Purpose Life Coach - Life Purpose Life Coach

Transformation Academy
The US
2023

Internationally Accredited Life Coach -

The Coaching Masters
The UK
2023

Teaching English as a Foreign Language Diploma -

The TEFL Academy, Ireland
01.2017

Master of Arts -

The University of Pannonia, Faculty of Arts
Veszprem, Hungary
01.2013

Bachelor’s degree of Philologist in English Studies, Specialization: English Studies -

Kodolányi János University
Budapest, Hungary
01.2009

Teacher of Hungarian Grammar and Literature - History, College Degree -

Eszterházy Károly University
Eger, Hungary
01.2001

Skills

  • Coaching
  • Career Development Coaching
  • Job Search Strategies
  • Client Support and Motivation
  • Passion for Client Success

Accomplishments

I helped a client polish her job searching and interviewing skills, develop a clear vision for her career path, and build confidence in her capabilities as a developer. As a result, she is now thriving in a full-time frontend developer position at a company she admires, enjoying a collaborative and supportive team setting. This role fulfills her professional ambitions and has brought clarity and joy to her personal life.

Other Skills

Hungarian Native

Advanced English

Video Conferencing Tools: Zoom, Google Meet

Email Marketing: Mailchimp

Content Creation: Canva

Website Management: Basic knowledge of Wix

Data Analysis: Excel or Google Sheets

Online Payment: PayPal

Cloud Storage: Google Drive

Scheduling Tools: Calendly



Timeline

Life, Career & Purpose Coach

Self-employed
01.2023 - Current

Associate Teacher in ESOL

City College
01.2022 - 02.2024

Teaching Assistant

Department of English, St George Catholic College
10.2016 - 09.2020

Private Online English Tutor

Self-employed
04.2016 - Current

Marketing Assistant

Replantmed Ltd.
06.2014 - 03.2016

Receptionist

BSR Center
10.2012 - 06.2014

English Teacher

Bolyai János Secondary Technical School
09.2010 - 09.2012

Boarding School Educational Teacher, Librarian and Cultural Organizer Teacher

Bolyai János Secondary Technical School and Boarding School
09.2003 - 08.2010

Teacher of Hungarian Language and Literature, History

Richter Gedeon Primary School
09.2001 - 08.2003

Certified Career Coach - Career Coaching

Transformation Academy

Life Purpose Life Coach - Life Purpose Life Coach

Transformation Academy

Internationally Accredited Life Coach -

The Coaching Masters

Teaching English as a Foreign Language Diploma -

The TEFL Academy, Ireland

Master of Arts -

The University of Pannonia, Faculty of Arts

Bachelor’s degree of Philologist in English Studies, Specialization: English Studies -

Kodolányi János University

Teacher of Hungarian Grammar and Literature - History, College Degree -

Eszterházy Károly University

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