# Education
Graduate from the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, in 2005 with a 4 year BA degree in Human Sciences with a focus on Social Work and Psychology.
# Training
GEPIK teachers training in 2007 with a focus on material research, lesson planning and teaching methods.
GEPIK Regional Representative training in 2008 and 2009 with a focus on communication, group discussion, classroom management and problem solving.
Member of Paju English Café from 2008 – 2010 with a focus on the exchange of teaching methods and cultural concepts with colleagues.
TEFL certificate training course in 2011 with a focus on the processes of learning and teaching a foreign language through teaching skills and language awareness.
Working History
# 2007 – Present: Grade 5-6 English teacher at a Korean Public Elementary School
*Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching of the English language to students aged 10-13.
- Review and selection of textbooks and teaching material based on practical implementation and usefulness within the classroom context.
- Correction and review of grammatical structure, punctuation, comprehension and readability of essays, reports and documents.
- Development, research, planning and structuring of after school curriculum and lesson material according to age, ability, interest and level.
# 2006 – 2007: English Teacher at a Private English Institute
* Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching of the English language to adults and young learners of various ages.
- Development of curriculum and lesson material for very young learners and beginners.
Personal Introduction
I am a highly motivated, skilled and competent professional with 5 years English teaching experience in the public and private sector.
I am looking to obtain a position that will enable me to use my strong organizational skills, educational background and ability to work well with people to maximize my training experience, program development skills and teaching abilities through my strong dedication to the children’s development and educational needs.
# Voluntary
- Leading group discussions and training of GEPIK teachers regarding teaching methods, resources and use of material in the classroom.
- AD HOC employment by Paju Education Office for teachers language training, participation in play writing, planning and presentation of language festivals and the Paju Junior Ambassador program.