1. Robert Matthew Tedora
158 Long Road Lawford, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2EE.
Home- (01206) 393382 Mobile- 07453 993928
Date of Birth: - 2nd
April 1987
EDUCATION
International House Barcelona February 2014
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA)
Pass grade: Pass
Durham University
MA Translation Studies
Pass grade: Merit 2010 - 2011
Oxford Brookes University 2005 - 2009
BA (Hons) Spanish Studies with English Language & Linguistics: 2:1
Achieved oral distinction for Spanish
Year abroad: Universidad de Navarra, Spain 2006 – 2007
Studied Spanish Language and Linguistics
The Sixth Form College, Colchester 2003 - 2005
As Level: English Language & Literature- B, German- B, Spanish- B
A2: English Language & Literature- B, German- C, Spanish- B, General Studies- C
East Bergholt High School, Colchester 1998 - 2003
GCSE: 9 grades B-C
EMPLOYMENT
Manpower UK April 16 – Present
Currently working as a document checker and data entry clerk for Royal Mail
• I check that all documentation (proof of address, right to work in the U.K. etc.) provided by external applicants meet
compliance checks
• I also input data for successful candidates once they have passed compliance checks.
Previously worked for FedEx as a Clearance Broker (pre-flight clearance)
• Contacted customers by phone, fax, and email to request additional information to help clear incoming packages through
customs
•Various reason codes, such as written authorisation to use deferment accounts, reason for import and true market value of
packages.
• Helped train new recruits on customer call outs.
Ardmore Language Schools
English Teacher June 15 – August 15
• Taught English to several classes of intermediate level teenage students
• Classes consisted of between 15-20 pupils
• Classes consisted of workbook lessons, working on topics such as health, British life, sports and hobbies etc.
• There were also project lessons, where students worked on a different topic each week, such as creating newspapers
creating a new country and making their own inventions.
• I also helped out with sports and activities (football tournaments, summer fete etc.) and excursions to London and
Cambridge.
Critical Research Ltd (RSM) May 15 – June 15
Transcriber
• Transcribed telemarketing interviews for corporations in the pharmaceutical and crop sciences industries
• Most calls were in English, some were in Spanish also, so translation was sometimes involved.
R.R. Donnelley February 15 – April 15
Transcriber
• Transcribed a large volume of spoken audio files into British and American English
• Most of the content was in the financial field, as client was a large investment bank.
Mavens of London January 15 – February 15
English Researcher
• Conducted market research on various products owned by Unilever
• Research consisted of assessing the relevance and sentiment of social media mentions
• Information gathered would be used to help companies devise new marketing campaigns for popular products.
British Study Centres Oxford September 14 – October 14
English Teacher
• Planned lessons for 2 groups of Danish teenagers, levels ranging from elementary to intermediate

2. • Taught students for up to 5 hours every day, so had to keep lessons fun and engaging
• Also organised day trips and educational activities around oxford to help students improve their English
Colchester English Studies Centre (CESC) March 2014 – June 14
English Teacher
• Taught classes of Elementary and Intermediate level adult learners.
• Was responsible not only for teaching, but also lesson planning and monitoring of student progress.
• Lesson topics ranged from General English to skills focused sessions aimed at improving reading and writing.
• Also helped to organise and participated in school social activities.
SEK Catalunya August 13 – February 14
English Conversational Assistant / English Teacher
• Assisted in Secondary school classes, helping weaker students understand and complete work in English
• Organised extra-curricular English and Spanish lessons to provide extra practice for students in these
subjects
• Gave private English lessons for a range of students aged between 6 and 14 years’ old
• Organised and led weekly sessions for the school debate club
Transperfect Translations March 12 – August 13
Translator & Proofreader
• Translated and proofread documents from various fields from ES>EN
• Specialized in medical texts, but also worked with business texts
• In addition to European Spanish, also worked from Latin American Spanish
• Also translated into and proofread texts in both British and American English
Contemporary College of Therapeutic Studies October 11 – March 12
Translations & Overseas Relations Consultant
• Localized website content from EN>ES
• subject material consisted of technical aspects of hypnotherapy, including treatment methods, course material and
training methods
DCI (Defence for Children International) September 10 – October 11
Translator
• Translated a position paper on birth registration from EN>ES
• Received positive feedback from client
• Translation has been circulated for use by NGOs
Leonardo Da Vinci EUimpact programme 2010 June 10 – August 10
Spanish-speaking intern
• Spent two months working as a Spanish-speaking intern for Animasoc, a company based in Seville who organise
summer camps for young children and teenagers.
• Main responsibilities included helping to organise sporting and educational activities
• Required excellent communication skills and linguistic ability, as for the majority of my internship I was solely
speaking Spanish.
• Also required leadership skills when working with children and good organisation skills when planning activities
Suffolk Refugee Support Forum Jan 10 – June 10
Teaching Assistant
• Helped students to learn English so that they could integrate sooner into life in England
• Required patience, strong listening skills and keen cultural awareness.
• Mentored a Kurdish refugee, helping him improve his written English for entry to university
ICDL (International children’s digital library) March 10 – December 10
Translator
• Translating book metadata from EN>ES and EN>IT
• Currently translating a book from ES>EN
Aimhigher Associates Scheme Nov 09 – June 10
Associate (Student mentor)
• Mentored groups of GCSE students, discussing benefits of moving into higher education and answering their questions
about university.
• Organized games and activities, modifying existing teaching plans to accommodate the needs of my learners.
• Made sure all students were involved in discussions and activities and met their objectives.
• Juggled the need to control the group whilst maintaining a good working relationship.
Sports Direct.com Retail Ltd Sep 09 – May 10
P/T Sales Assistant
• Helped customers in the store and on the phone providing friendly and efficient service
• Organised stock delivery ensuring correct labelling and displaying in the store.
SKILLS

3. Leadership- From leading a group of GCSE students, I was able to balance the leadership role with the need to gain their trust
and build rapport. During university group presentations, I often ensured that each person made a contribution by leading
discussions and providing ideas of my own, which benefited the overall outcome of the task.
Communication- Practical use of Spanish during year abroad by conversing with Spaniards, and during my Leonardo Da Vinci
internship when working with Spanish children. As a volunteer teaching assistant, I helped students improve their English,
including supporting a Kurdish refugee with his IELTS examinations.
Teamwork- Working in retail I have become a valued and flexible team member, taking on extra and split shifts when required. I
take part in various sports including football, karate and kickboxing. I have sometimes been given extra responsibilities such as
team captain or coaching assistant and I have always risen to the challenge. These experiences have shown me to be an
enthusiastic and eager team member who works well with others.
Planning & Organising- At Aimhigher I planned lessons to meet timescales, allowing time for reflection and target setting at
the end of each session. I also had to plan sessions with my Kurdish student to ensure we covered the vital topics in preparation
for his IELTS exam. Organising activities for children during my internship in Seville has further improved my skills.
Languages- English native speaker, Spanish Fluent, High level of French, Conversational German and Italian.
I.T- Good working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, PDF) and Internet Browsers.
ACHIEVEMENTS
2012 FSKA Karate World Champion
2011 BUCS Student National Karate Champion
2008 BSTF Student National Taekwondo Champion.
2007 FSKA Karate World Champion
Football Association Level 1 Coaching Qualification