1. Kate Barnard
Katerie26@yahoo.com
Skilled ESL Instructor who uses effective and efficient methods of teaching, while focusing on
the individual needs of each student.
Versatile and innovative with 11 years in teaching. Dedicated to lifelong learning and
continuing education.
HIGHLIGHTS
Certified ESL Instructor
Academic assessment methods
Experience teaching IELTS prep
Creative learning strategies
7 years teaching ESL abroad
PROFESSIONAL VALUE OFFERED
The ability to mentor and train teachers new to ESL.
EXPERIENCE
09/2015 to 06/2016 ESL and IELTS teacher
Eastern International University – Binh Duong, Vietnam
Created daily lesson plans for multi-level adult ESL classes. Taught lessons encompassing a
range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening. Employed
kinesthetic, visual and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
08/2013 to 06/2015 English Teacher
Princess Noura University – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Taught lessons encompassing a range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading
and listening.
Integrated technology as an instructional tool, including the E-podium. Completed ongoing
staff training sessions.
01/2006 to 07/2013 English and Science teacher
Various State and International schools – UAE and South Africa.
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Taught English language skills and Science to students from second grade through eighth
grade.
EDUCATION
2008 CELTA
International House, Dubai, UAE.
2005 BA HONS INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, RSA.
INTERESTS
Interested in discovering new types of peoples and cultures.
Reading International Relations journals.
Organic farming and conservation.
PERSONALINFORMATION
Place of Birth: Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
Date of Birth: 26th of July, 1983
Sex: Female
Status: single
Hobbies: International Travel, Hiking, Cycling