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JANE DAVIXXXX BA (Hons)
E-mail: janeldacccccc@hotmail.com Tel.: 00 44 (0)xxx2 129 345
A CELTA qualified English teacher with extensive experience of working with a range of levels and age-groups,
providing both group lessons and bespoke tuition to individuals. Offers Cambridge exam preparation as well as
business and general English. Has considerable business experience in the fast-moving software industry and
the public and voluntary sector, and a particular expertise and interest in Spanish language. Enjoys working in a
dynamic team as well as using own initiative and being self-motivated. Maintains a calm, cheerful and flexible
attitude at all times and has a confident and friendly manner with students. Excellent level of computer literacy.
Key skills include:
• Communicating effectively with people on all levels, with an expertise in Spanish and French languages
• Teaching English to groups and individuals at a variety of different levels
• Producing effective learning materials and adapting to suit needs of individual learners/groups
• Organising self, others and, in particular, international conferences / presentations / PR events
• Translating / interpreting from Spanish to English and translating from French to English
• Producing publications and reports for both marketing and internal business purposes
• Dealing effectively with multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a highly pressured environment
• Giving presentations, both in a classroom and business environment
• Negotiating with customers, colleagues and contractors in stressful situations
• Copy-writing, editing and proof-reading documents
• I.T. skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Access; Internet; Visio; Adobe Acrobat & PageMaker
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Edinburgh University Settlement Nov 2008 –
present
E-learning resource writer for European-funded website for migrant workers
• Carrying out desk research into resources available and needs of migrant workers
• Facilitating focus groups
2. • Writing effective ESOL materials for website
• Using exe software to build website
Literacy Tutor / ESL Teacher
• providing integrated and dedicated literacy support to community groups
• teaching English as a second language to range of age-groups and levels
• devising individual learning plans with each student and carrying out regular progress appraisals
• creating effective lesson plans using a variety of resources
• adapting materials from EFL and non-EFL sources
Tutor for accredited distance-learning courses 2003 -
present
Facilitating effective learning by providing support and guidance to students following open learning
programmes of study in a wide range of subjects
• providing support and guidance to students in person, by phone or electronic means
• providing induction to new students
• tracking student progress during their programme
• undertaking assessment of students’ work
• administering questionnaires / examinations with students
• providing guidance on progression opportunities to students nearing completion of programme
English (EFL) teacher for students preparing for Cambridge Certificate examinations 2003 - present
Community Based English Language Tutor
• teaching a wide range of age-groups and levels
• devising individual learning plans with each student and carrying out regular progress appraisals
• creating effective lesson plans using a variety of resources
• adapting materials from EFL and non-EFL sources for use in the classroom
Work and travel in South America Feb –
May 2006
Worked for Cielo Azul, NGO in Ecuador and travelled in Venezuela, Ecuador, Chile, Argentina & Brazil
City of Edinburgh Council Education Department
3. Project manager
‘Engaging Parents’ Project Dec 2005 –
Feb 2006
• Identified parents from 3 schools to work on the project
• Led discussion groups to find out parents' views on their children's education
• Produced written report on findings
• Met with focus group to relay findings and discuss implications for future policy
Literacy Project (funded by the Challenge Fund) Oct 2004 – May
2005
Managed the project (aim of which was for adults with literacy issues to produce leaflet) from beginning to end
• Identified market and recruiting volunteers for project
• Worked as literacy tutor to support volunteers throughout project
• Liaised with design agency and other external organisations
• Organised and managing launch of booklet with press coverage and participation by all volunteers
Shelter Scotland, Edinburgh Mar 2004 –
Feb 2006
Training Support Officer / E-learning Support Officer
Provided support and guidance to trainees undergoing a CD Rom training programme
• Contributed to training team development and initiatives
• Visited agencies to discuss training needs
• Produced reports and support materials
• Marked assignments assisting in standardisation of assessment process
Pocket Watch Systems Ltd., Edinburgh May – Nov
2003
Marketing Consultant
• Provided professional services and support to technology start-up company
• Carried out market research and identified marketing opportunities
• Co-ordinated marketing activities
• Edited and wrote copy for printed documentation and web-site
• Dealt with customer and press enquiries
• Wrote press-releases
4. • Liaised with external agency to provide effective e-business strategy
• Managed customer database
• Dealt with office administration
International House, Santiago, Chile Aug 2002 –
May 2003
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
• Taught a wide range of age-groups and levels studying for a degree in Interpreting & Translation
• Responsible for creation and implementation of syllabus
• Devised and taught one-to-one business classes for executives
• Contributed to marketing initiatives and seminars/exhibitions promoting International House
• Gave presentations on International House to prospective students
• Provided translation and interpreting services within International House
ECS Scotland, Edinburgh May –
Aug 2002
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
Pocket Watch Systems Ltd., Edinburgh Oct 2001 – Apr
2002
Work and travel in South America Sep 2000 –
Sep 2001
• Worked in Ecuador as a translator / interpreter for Amarongachi Jungle Tours, conservation worker at
Los Cedros Cloudforest Reserve, English teacher at Centro de Estudios Interamericanos and care
assistant in an orphanage. The diverse range of jobs I undertook gave me the opportunity not only to
improve my Spanish but also to immerse myself in and learn about the local culture
Glenbrae Management Services, Edinburgh Mar –
Jun 2000
Provided professional support to start-up companies
• Analysed market conditions and competitors in specific markets
• Composed business plans
• Produced detailed costings and financial analysis for individual projects
• Advised companies regarding funding and other external support available at initial stages of start-up
5. Adobe Systems Europe Ltd., Edinburgh Oct 1997 –
Dec 1999
Business Assistant
(reporting to European General Manager in Pan-European HQ of $1bn U.S. company)
Provided professional services / support to the European General Manager and Director of Sales & Support of
Adobe Systems Europe Ltd ($250m turnover)
• Prepared financial analysis, presentations and delivered logistical support for senior management
meetings
• Provided assistance to Business Planning Manager with Critical Action Plans and key statistics
• Implemented and maintained Excel system for product sales trend analysis used for Quarterly Reviews
and produced effective presentations for these in collaboration with European and U.S. management
• Deputised for European General Manager as sole point of contact responsible for the resolution of
customer complaints and enquiries
• Improved management communication by providing liaison between 10 European subsidiary offices
• Co-ordinated visits from European and U.S. colleagues
Organised 2 highly successful European Sales Conferences for 250 staff (budget £250K)
• Identified and selected appropriate venues in Europe
• Managed and co-ordinated the events in collaboration with chosen venues
• Designed and sourced materials for conference packs, including gifts
• Organised and co-ordinated evening entertainment for all delegates
• Controlled budget and dealt with financial reconciliation
• Resolved conflicts with contractors and clients
• Designed, created and maintained both a Resource Centre and a ‘virtual’ Resource Centre web-site for
use by Adobe European HQ employees
The City of Edinburgh Council Education Department Sep 1996 - Oct
1997
Marketing / Information Officer (International Unit)
• Organised seminars for the dissemination of information on teaching resources in Europe
• Arranged events promoting Europe for primary school pupils in Edinburgh and the Lothians
• Produced publications to promote European funding to schools in the Edinburgh area
• Co-ordinated and led the official launches of publications produced by the International Unit
• Compiled a bi-monthly newsletter to highlight international events and achievements in schools
• Produced marketing material to promote the services and products offered by the International Unit
• Gave oral and written presentations relating to international initiatives
6. Lothian TAP Agency (Training Access Point) P.A. / Finance Assistant Jan - Sep 1996
Spent a year working and travelling abroad
1993 - 1994
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language (Barcelona) 1992 -
1993
HIGHER EDUCATION
Postgraduate Diploma in Export Marketing with French & Spanish (Napier University, Edinburgh) 1995
BA (Hons) French with Spanish 2:1 (University of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne) 1988 -
1992
Year abroad: six months at the British Institute in Paris and the remainder at the University of Oviedo in Spain
TRAINING
SQA Working with Individuals with Dyslexia (2008 – 2009), Mental Health First Aid (March 2009), SQA Levelling
(February 2009), Work-based Literacies (November 2008), Working with individuals with complex needs
(October 2008), SQA Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Dyslexia (2007 – 2008), City Literacy &
Numeracy course for tutors (2007), Access Database (2004), Equality & Diversity (2004), Community Based
English as a Second Language Tutor Training course (2004), Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults
(International House, London Pass B, 2002), Web Design and Basic HTML (1999/2000), Finance for
Non-Financial Managers (1999), Certificate of First Aid (1996), Certificate in Counselling Skills (1995)
PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality: British, Gender: Female, Clean Driving Licence
ACTIVITIES / INTERESTS
Travel, cinema, music, photography, cycling, hill-walking and scuba-diving