Patrick McKeough
Jimena de la Frontera,,Cadiz
Summary
Dedicated ESL educator with expertise in student learning assessments, intercultural communication, and grammar instruction. Proficient in vocabulary enrichment and classroom management, fostering student motivation through clear diction and effective interpersonal communication. Certified in First Aid and skilled in computer literacy, committed to enhancing student engagement and academic success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English Teacher and Instructor of Yachting.
UK Ministry of Defence.
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
08.2017 - 12.2023
- Supervised and participated in school activities enhancing community engagement and student involvement.
- Used technology effectively in the classroom to modernise teaching practices.
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, supporting administrative tasks.
- Conducted regular assessments of pupil's work, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development, ensuring consistency across year groups.
Yachting Instructor.
All Abroad Sailing Academy
Gibraltar, Gibraltar
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Utilised latest technology for effective instruction, enhanced classroom engagement.
- Created safe and inclusive classroom environment promoting mutual respect amongst pupils.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through group activities.
- Managed student behaviour by enforcing established classroom rules, maintained discipline effectively.
- Implemented various teaching strategies to cater to diverse learning styles of students.
Yachting and Navigation Instructor.
Yachting Sotogrande
Sotogrande, Cadiz
10.2003 - 08.2016
- Presented complex information in an understandable manner to facilitate knowledge absorption.
- Prepared lesson materials including visual aids and handouts to support learning objectives.
- Fostered positive learning environment by implementing interactive teaching methods.
- Maintained up-to-date subject knowledge, ensured delivery of accurate information.
English Teacher
Greenwich School of English
Greenwich, London
06.1999 - 11.2002
- Tailored teaching approach to accommodate individual student needs, promoting academic growth.
- Enhanced literacy skills by implementing innovative teaching methods.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for students' improved understanding of the English language.
- Taught advanced grammar lessons improving overall language proficiency.
Education
Yachtmaster Instructor. - Sailing and Navigation
Royal Yachting Association
Southampton 01.2003 - 04.2003
Certificate in TEFLA - Teaching English as a foreign language
International House
London 11.1989 - 12.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Social Anthropology
Goldsmiths College, London University.
London 09.1986 - 06.1989
Skills
- Student learning assessments
- Intercultural communication
- Grammar instruction
- Vocabulary enrichment
- ESL
- Clear diction
- First Aid certification
- Interpersonal communication
- Computer literacy
- Classroom management
- Student motivation
Timeline
English Teacher and Instructor of Yachting.
UK Ministry of Defence.
08.2017 - 12.2023
Yachting Instructor.
All Abroad Sailing Academy
08.2016 - 08.2017
Yachting and Navigation Instructor.
Yachting Sotogrande
10.2003 - 08.2016
Yachtmaster Instructor. - Sailing and Navigation
Royal Yachting Association
01.2003 - 04.2003
English Teacher
Greenwich School of English
06.1999 - 11.2002
Certificate in TEFLA - Teaching English as a foreign language
International House
11.1989 - 12.1989
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Social Anthropology
Goldsmiths College, London University.
09.1986 - 06.1989
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