Catherine Tomkins
Summary
Patient and dedicated Intercultural Language Consultant and ESL teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning across cultural backgrounds both in person and online. Skilled in delivering a broad range of courses including English for Academic Purposes, IELTS , TOEFL, Cambridge Exam preparation, Pronunciation, Communicative English, Business English and Critical Thinking. Deep understanding of the skill sets individual students need to improve upon and easily manage both large and small classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse personalities, backgrounds and learning types. Exceptional communications skills helped clients to increase vocabulary, fluency and cultural understanding.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
International Linguistic Consultant
Byte Dance
01.2023 - Current
- Promote awareness of intercultural differences
- Explore linguistic devices to build bridges across intercultural divides
- Develop strategies to promote confidence in communication in both professional and social settings
- Develop materials of a topical nature to work with students
- Build confidence in speaking in all settings.
Spoken English and IELTS Trainer
IELTS Experts and Tours
- Adopt new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning
- Manage several internet-based language programs
- Educate students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking
- Create and deliver engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities
- Review course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
Spoken English and IELTS Trainer
RES – Reliable English School
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Taught a wide variety of levels, all focused on IELTS preparation and attended continuous development workshops organized by RES
- Focused on teaching higher levels which involved teaching Critical Thinking, Academic Writing, Advanced Speaking, Reading and Listening
- Managed diverse groups of students by teaching language acquisition in dynamic academic lessons and closely monitoring progress
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements
- Devised, adapted and upgraded teaching materials
- Managed several internet-based language programs
- Delivered IELTS based feedback for all 4 skills, in particular Writing and Speaking
- Instructed students in listening, speaking and academic reading and writing
- Offered extra assistance to my students outside of class, especially for students whose IELTS exam was in the near future – corrected Extra Writing tasks, provided extra resources and provided continual feedback
- Maintained close communication with my colleagues, shared materials
- Experienced in online teaching (2 years)
- Proficient in the use of online platforms such as Zoom, Google Classroom and Classin
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
ESL Lead Teacher
CLVN
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
ESL Lead Teacher
United Nations International School Hanoi
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Devised a syllabus for Adult Learners for the Community Department at UNIS
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
ESL Language Teacher
Atlantic International School
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on the entire group
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction
- Taught private lessons (one on one) across all levels, Taught all levels of general English to both adults and juniors, taught private classes, also across all levels, Business English, TOEFL, Academic English and CAE
- Partook in the many continuous professional development courses that were available to the teaching staff including EAP (English for Academic Purposes) modules and IELTS modules.
Education
BA (Hons) Fine Art - Fine Art and Art History
Crawford School of Art And Design
Cork, Ireland06.2007
CELTA -
Galway Language Centre
Galway, Ireland02.2013
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Teaching strategies
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Interactive Teaching
- Peer Collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Integrity and Honesty
Volunteer Experience
GAP (Galway Autism Partnership), I volunteered for a year working with Galway Autism Partnership where I was able to use my interpersonal skills alongside my creative capacities in order to work on an art therapy program with Jen Hesnan where we explored a range of different artistic expression and media catering to each individual’s needs, passions and capabilities. The volunteering period culminated in an Art Exhibition where the participants of the program exhibited their art pieces to the public.
Timeline
International Linguistic Consultant
Byte Dance
01.2023 - Current
ESL Lead Teacher
United Nations International School Hanoi
08.2015 - 05.2016
Spoken English and IELTS Trainer
RES – Reliable English School
01.2015 - 01.2022
ESL Lead Teacher
CLVN
01.2015 - 01.2017
ESL Language Teacher
Atlantic International School
03.2013 - 01.2015
Spoken English and IELTS Trainer
IELTS Experts and Tours
BA (Hons) Fine Art - Fine Art and Art History
Crawford School of Art And Design
CELTA -
Galway Language Centre
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