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
06.2025 - 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
03.2025 - 07.2025
- 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
02.2010 - 03.2025
- 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
01.2007 - 12.2010
- 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
02.2003 - 12.2009
- 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
03.2001 - 01.2003
- 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 10.2025 -
Diplomado en Neurociencia para education - Neuroscience/ Education
Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)
Buenos Aires 02.2021 - 05.2022
DELTA - Education
British Council
London 02.2000 - 06.2002
Licenciatura - Education
San Francisco de Asis
La Paz 02.1997 - 10.2001
CELTA - Education
International House (IH)
London, UK 03.2000 - 04.2000
DI Early Childhood Education - Education
The Open University
UK 02.1995 - 08.1997
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
10.2025 -
Online exams teacher
self employed
06.2025 - Current
ESL teacher
EngXcel
03.2025 - 07.2025
Diplomado en Neurociencia para education - Neuroscience/ Education
Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)
02.2021 - 05.2022
Class teacher
Colegio San Andres
02.2010 - 03.2025
Kindergarten teacher
St Andrew's School
01.2007 - 12.2010
Missionary
IglesiaAnglicana de Bolivia
02.2003 - 12.2009
English teacher
British Council
03.2001 - 01.2003
CELTA - Education
International House (IH)
03.2000 - 04.2000
DELTA - Education
British Council
02.2000 - 06.2002
Licenciatura - Education
San Francisco de Asis
02.1997 - 10.2001
DI Early Childhood Education - Education
The Open University
02.1995 - 08.1997