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Nicola Venables

Cambridge,United Kingdom

Summary

I am a ESL teacher, psychologist and a dedicated professional with a strong focus on holistic development and sensitivity to diverse needs, adept at building trustful environments. I have extensive knowledge of special education law and safeguarding procedures, complemented by expertise in non-profit administration and fundraising techniques. My passion is teaching and helping people develop and grow in their understanding of what is needed to learn better. I am a therapist and have a non-judgmental attitude regarding cross-cultural networking. Fluent in two languages, skilled in public speaking and training and development, aiming to enhance social services provision through empathy and understanding.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work history

Online exams teacher

self employed
online, Cambridgeshire
2025.06 - Current
  • Assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
  • Devised engaging lesson plans aimed at catering to different learning styles of children.
  • Adapted teaching methods according to each child's requirements, facilitating better comprehension of subjects.

ESL teacher

EngXcel
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.03 - 2025.07
  • Ensured quality education delivery whilst adhering strictly to school's curriculum standards.
  • Motivated students towards active participation in class activities for better retention of knowledge.

Class teacher

Colegio San Andres
Asuncion, Central
2010.02 - 2025.03
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
  • Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues to plan school events and projects.
  • Guided students through successful completion of class assignments and projects.
  • Taught 7th grade English Language Arts.
  • Taught International Cambridge examinations to all secondary. (B1,B2,C1,C2)

Kindergarten teacher

St Andrew's School
La Paz, Central
2007.01 - 2010.12
  • Prepared classrooms for lessons each morning, creating an organised learning environment.
  • Boosted children's social skills through group activities and interactive games.
  • Fostered a nurturing learning environment by incorporating engaging teaching methods.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to ensure consistent communication about child progress.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols during indoor and outdoor activities ensuring child safety at all times.

Missionary

IglesiaAnglicana de Bolivia
La Paz, Murillo
2003.02 - 2009.12
  • Prepared and trained Sunday school teachers to work with the children in the churches.
  • Initiated charity drives, improving living standards in disadvantaged areas.
  • Led Bible study classes to deepen understanding of Christian teachings.
  • Managed the distribution of humanitarian aid to alleviate suffering in impoverished communities.
  • Offered individual counselling sessions for personal development and spiritual growth.
  • Opened and started Cristo Salvador day care center for children impoverished communities.
  • Worked alongside my husband as a leader in the church.

English teacher

British Council
La Paz, Central
2001.03 - 2003.01
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay updated on educational trends.
  • Increased cultural awareness by integrating diverse texts into the syllabus.
  • Taught advanced grammar lessons improving overall language proficiency.
  • Prepared projects for reading.
  • Held weekly teacher training sessions for English teachers in the country.
  • IELTS examiner.

Education

Diplomado en Entidades sin fines de lucro - Management

UEP Gutenberg
Asuncion
2025.10 -

Diplomado en Neurociencia para education - Neuroscience/ Education

Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)
Buenos Aires
2021.02 - 2022.05

DELTA - Education

British Council
London
2000.02 - 2002.06

Licenciatura - Education

San Francisco de Asis
La Paz
1997.02 - 2001.10

CELTA - Education

International House (IH)
London, UK
2000.03 - 2000.04

DI Early Childhood Education - Education

The Open University
UK
1995.02 - 1997.08

Skills

  • Sensitivity to needs
  • Building trustful environments
  • Special education law knowledge
  • Safeguarding procedures familiarity
  • Leader development
  • Non-Judgmental attitude
  • Language fluency
  • Compassionate counselling
  • Cross-Cultural network
  • Empathy and understanding
  • Public speaking
  • Community engagement
  • Training and Development
  • Pupil motivation

Affiliations

  • walking, chatting with people, the brain and how it works, understanding different cultures.

Languages

English and Spanish
Native

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Diplomado en Entidades sin fines de lucro - Management

UEP Gutenberg
2025.10 -

Online exams teacher

self employed
2025.06 - Current

ESL teacher

EngXcel
2025.03 - 2025.07

Diplomado en Neurociencia para education - Neuroscience/ Education

Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)
2021.02 - 2022.05

Class teacher

Colegio San Andres
2010.02 - 2025.03

Kindergarten teacher

St Andrew's School
2007.01 - 2010.12

Missionary

IglesiaAnglicana de Bolivia
2003.02 - 2009.12

English teacher

British Council
2001.03 - 2003.01

CELTA - Education

International House (IH)
2000.03 - 2000.04

DELTA - Education

British Council
2000.02 - 2002.06

Licenciatura - Education

San Francisco de Asis
1997.02 - 2001.10

DI Early Childhood Education - Education

The Open University
1995.02 - 1997.08

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