Paul Young
Rochester,Kent
Summary
Motivated PhD graduate with excellent qualifications and a proven record of producing high-quality writing. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build effective working relationships with others to produce outstanding results. Highly organised with the ability to take initiative and work independently. Eager to learn, and use skills and education to build a career and make a difference.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Tutor
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
2019.09 - 2021.12
- Taught English literature courses to groups of 8-12 undergraduates.
- Created course materials that were clear and engaging to support student learning.
- Encouraged discussions among students to foster secure environment for sharing perspectives and collaboration.
- Provided feedback on coursework and exams to help students improve writing and critical thinking skills.
- Delivered online lessons via Microsoft Teams during COVID pandemic, gaining valuable technical skills.
- Supported individual students by adapting teaching methods to their unique strengths and goals.
- Offered pastoral care to students, aiding them through academic and personal challenges.
Tour guide
Oxbridge Tours
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2012.09 - 2014.06
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills to engage diverse audiences of up to 20 people.
- Crafted engaging narratives that made Oxford's history enjoyable and accessible to customers.
- Enhanced audience satisfaction by listening to requests and adapting tours accordingly.
- Built rapport with groups by maintaining friendly and professional demeanour.
- Ensured tours always began and finished on time maintaining excellent time management.
- Marketed company through street promotions and social media outreach.
- Delivered presentations to groups of up to 30 teenagers with other student tour guides regarding applications and attendance of Oxford University.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2017.09 - 2025.04
Master of Studies - English and American Studies
University of Oxford
Oxford 2014.10 - 2016.06
Bachelor of Arts - History and English
University of Oxford
Oxford 2011.10 - 2014.06
Skills
- High quality writing skills
- Experienced communicator
- Effective collaborator
- Excellent listening skills
- Proficient organisation and time management
- Originality and creativity
- Enthusiastic, can-do attitude
- Eagerness to learn
- Word processing proficiency
- Experience with Microsoft Teams
Other Work Experience
- Bartender, Harris Manchester College Bar, 10/2015-6/2016
- Postman, Royal Mail, 2010-2012
- Archive volunteer, Medway Archives, 2007-2009
- Retail assistant, Medway Hospital, 2005-2007
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tutor
University of Edinburgh
2019.09 - 2021.12
Doctor of Philosophy - English Literature
University of Edinburgh
2017.09 - 2025.04
Master of Studies - English and American Studies
University of Oxford
2014.10 - 2016.06
Tour guide
Oxbridge Tours
2012.09 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - History and English
University of Oxford
2011.10 - 2014.06