5 Grenfell Avenue, Mexborough, South Yorkshire S64 0AT     amyhares@googlemail.com                                                contact no:01709578256, 07780582504

Amy hares
PERSONAL STATEMENT

Over the past two years I have gained a lot of experiencing in teaching and have completed the prestigious CELTA course to further my knowledge in the theory of English language teaching. I have  grown in to a mature, dedicated and hard working teacher. I have learned many important skills necessary for effective teaching such as; planning and preparation for each class, teaching students in an appropriate manner, classroom management and effectively guiding them through their development of the English language and how to present new language in an effective and meaningful way to learners.

I have previously taught all levels of students including; Kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school children and University students. I have also had experience of teaching all levels of adults (TESOL, Elementary, pre intermediate, intermediate and English for specific purposes).  I have enjoyed teaching all levels and I can adapt my teaching style to the demands that each level requires. 

My kindergarten classes are centred on a fun and caring learning environment where the students learn through fun activities. I have partaken in all aspects of pastoral care. I have especially enjoyed teaching kindergarten because of their endless enthusiasm, energy and creativity.

Teaching elementary and middle school students has also been enjoyable. For each class I created fun activities to teach alongside the text books. These activities not only grab the attention of the students, they also allow them to master English in a fun and enjoyable way which has a more positive impact upon their development. These have provided a fun environment for the children to practice their conversation skills. I have a good relationship with my elementary and middle school students.

 I have also taught winter classes at my school to university students. Within these classes I taught professional writing skills and conversational practice through a fun yet challenging program. Teaching adults was particularly enjoyable because I was able to have deep and meaningful conversations and explore interesting topics with my students. I was able to guide them in their writing skills in a number of important areas including; Resume creation, essay writing, debating, how to create professional arguments and developing grammar skills. 

As the head foreign teacher in my hagwon, I enjoyed guiding my colleagues and helping new foreign teachers integrate and settle into their new life in South Korea and their new role as teachers. I also enjoyed acting as a liaison between the director and the other teachers, working alongside the Korean teachers in developing the curriculum, planning the semester calendar, developing the online course and corresponding with parents over their child’s development. 

I have enhanced many skills through these experiences such as; diligence, determination to improve my students English, good lesson planning, effective time management, effective classroom management, patience, the ability to settle and make a home in a new country and embrace the customs and culture and how to build good rapport with colleagues and students. All these skills will surely enable me to fulfil the demands of a new school. 
Personality

 My fun and energetic personality has worked well with keeping up with the energy of my students. I am very determined, diligent and driven to succeed. I am accepting of others beliefs and customs and easy to get along with. I also know the value of taking challenges and using them to grow and learn.

I am a very active individual who is passionate about keeping fit and I love hiking and mountain climbing. I was a member of my university swimming team. Keeping fit and staying healthy is important to me and I am passionate about passing this message and lifestyle on to the young people I work with. 

A passion of mine is travelling and experiencing different cultures. In 2006  to 2007 I carried out a backpacking expedition through North, South and Central America and the Asia-Pacific. I am always seeking new challenges not only to enhance my teaching experience but also to develop myself on many personal levels. I particularly enjoyed my year spent living in South Korea, this is why I would like to return.
Motivation for returning to South Korea

I have many reasons for wanting to return to teaching in South Korea which are listed in order of importance below;
1>	To have a positive impact upon the future of many children’s lives.-good role model.
2>	To continue to live and work in and experience a different culture and tradition that I love.
3>	To become a more effective teacher and gain more practical experience.
4>	To develop friendships with fellow co-workers, students and those outside of school life.
5>   To learn the Korean language.
Employment

Dearne Valley Personal Development Centre (voluntary)
Rotherham (UK)
Position: Academic Mentor/ Teaching Assisstant
Date of Employment: November 2012 – present
Role: Working with a teacher to support small groups of 13 -16 years olds supporting literacy, numeracy and ICT sessions, guiding students through qualifications which provide support with reading, writing, computer projects and maths. 

BCM Language Centre
Director: Mr J.Y.Kim 
403 – 404 Academy Town Plaza, Geomam Dong, Seo-gu, Incheon, South Korea.
Position: English teacher
Date of employment: April 2011 – July 2012
Role: To equip children with the necessary knowledge to further their English education.

T-Mobile (Full time)
Rotherham (UK)
Position: Customer Service Advisor
Date of Employment: January 2010 – April 2011
Role: Providing good customer service and technical support to customers in a busy call centre and office environment. Working together as a team to achieve targets. 

Cancer Research (part time)
Sheffield (UK)
Position: Fundraiser
Date of employment: May 2009 – December 2009 
Role: Working in a small team to generate donors for Cancer Research UK  Charity.
                       
Dream a Dream (Volunteer Programme)
Bangalore, India
Position: Project assistant (volunteer)
Date of Employment: 4 April to 6 May 2009 
Role: To plan, prepare and carry out a 2 week summer camp for slum children, with the aim of teaching English, life skills, self awareness, empowerment, rights and life skills. 
EDUCATION

Action English Language Training Ltd
CELTA Certification
Completed March 2013
Leeds (UK)

Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds (UK)
Ba(hons) Global Development and International Relations
2007 – 2010

Thomas Rotherham College
Rotherham (UK)
A-Levels: Geography, Environmental Science, Psychology, Religious Studies and Philosophy.
2003-2005

Mexborough School
Rotherham (UK)
GCSE: English, Maths, Science, Geography, History, French, R.E, Physical Education, IT.
1998-2003
REFERENCES
 
Adam Richardson (Head Teacher)
Adam_richardson84@hotmail.co.uk

Su (Director) 
Ottawa53@naver.com
(Please find attached a copy of a reference letter provided by Adam Richardson)

Claire Yarbrough and Sarah Turnbull
(Action English Language Training Ltd, tutors on CELTA Course)
info@aelt.co.uk