Apr’ 13- Kindergarten Teacher / Private Tutor / IELTS Instructor - Beijing, China
Oct’ 13
During my six months working in Beijing China, I taught initially as a kindergarten teacher and eventually as an IELTS instructor at both Renmin and CUC universities whilst tutoring in my spare time.
Oct ’11 - Software Tutor - Assistive Solutions - Birmingham, England
Apr ’13
My work with Assistive Solutions saw me introducing students to computers and software designed to assist them in their studies. Tutoring students in their homes required great professionalism and tact and lessons were adapted to each student.
Jun ’09 - Play Worker - Dens Of Equality – Birmingham, England
Oct ‘11
Through working with children and young adults with Special Educational Needs. I realised the great sensitivity and patience involved in communicating with people who lack the ability to express themselves in many of the ways we take for granted.
Apr ’08 - Activities Co-ordinator – Anchor Homes – Birmingham, England
Jun ‘09
In my position as an Activities Co-ordinator I was in charge of providing meaningful activities for the residents of Anchor Homes Holmpark facility. The home catered for those that suffered from Alzheimers.
Jun ‘04 - Epic Skatepark –Teacher – Birmingham
Jul ‘07
My work at the Epic Skatepark saw me introducing first time skateboarders and BMX riders to the range of ramps and obstacles available. Some of these same individuals had never been on a skateboard yet alone in a busy skatepark environment.
2013 – 2013 Global Language Training – 150 hr Tefl Certificate
2004 – 2007 Manchester Metropolitan University - BA (Hons) Three Dimensional Design
2002 – 2004 University of Central England - (National Diploma) 3D Design
1999 – 2001 Cadbury College - A Level - Design
1994 – 1999 Moseley Secondary GCSEs: 7x A-Cs (Including Maths, English, Science & French)