Charles O'hear Murcia Teach English Job

Charles O'Hear

119 Dunbeth Court; Coatbridge; ML5 3HG. Tel: 01236 605949.

Personal Profile I am an experienced communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and someone who enjoys working with and meeting new people. Through previous employment I have had the opportunity of working throughout Great Britain and Europe in the position of Teacher and as a people person find no problem in joining any established team environment, but can be relied upon to work without supervision when required.

Key Skills ● ● ● ● ●

Excellent Linguistic Skills in both French and Spanish Experienced TEFL Teacher at all levels Computer Literate Friendly and approachable manner Excellent Communication Skills

Employment History 1989 – 1992/1999 - 2003

Galicia, Spain.

English Teacher

Throughout both of these periods I was employed as an English teacher to young people in mixed ability classes, up to intermediate level and Cambridge 3, using set books, videos and tapes. Monitoring performance and writing reports was also my responsibility for keeping updated records on all students. I also undertook sessions within factory situations giving English lessons to managers and their assistants on a one-to-one basis. I also gave private tuition to adults individually, mainly at beginners level, but also responding to their needs when moving to proficiency both in conversational and written contexts.

1992 – 1998

Providence Row Housing Association, London.

Community Worker

In this voluntary position I helped with the day to day running of the centre, covering general catering duties, befriending, reading & writing mail for clients when required, giving advice about facilities available to homeless persons and referring to Social Services department when necessary.

1986

Strathclyde Social Work Department, Glasgow.

Interviewer

While in this temporary position I was responsible for interviewing older residents in Strathclyde for a Hypothermia Campaign, which also allowed me to target and assist the more vulnerable members of the community with any health issues they may have been concerned about.

Education/Training 2004 Microcom Computer Training I studied toward and achieved my ECDL in computers and packages.

1989 University of Glasgow, Stow College, Glasgow. I achieved a Scotvec Diploma in Basic Computer Skills. 1971 – 1975

University of Stirling, Stirling.

I gained a B.A. Degree in Modern History and English Studies.

Hobbies/Interests In my spare time I enjoy keeping up correspondence with friends still abroad, surfing the net and taking long walks throughout my local countryside. I also try and spend quality time with family and friends.

References Excellent references are available on request.