Bryony Smith
Da Nang,Vietnam
Summary
Experienced, friendly ESL Teacher with expertise in designing interactive, communicative lessons that cater to diverse student needs. Skilled at building strong rapport with students and fostering a positive learning environment that promotes participation and growth. Focused on continuous professional development and utilising innovative teaching methods to enhance student outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Teacher (in person)
Fisher's Superkids Academy
Da Nang
03.2019 - 07.2026
- Planned and taught weekly ESL speaking, listening, reading and writing lessons to 4-16 year olds in a full immersion environment using interactive, communicative activities.
- Conducted online lessons via Zoom for students of various ages, focusing on interactive learning.
- Conducted regular tests and assessments, providing detailed feedback to support student progress
- Contributed to creation of syllabi, aligning curriculum with student needs and learning objectives
- Organised and facilitated student outings and events to enhance experiential learning
ESL teacher (in person)
Apollo English
Haiphong, Vietnam
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Planned and taught ESL speaking, listening , reading and writing lessons to children aged 4-15 and adults in a full immersion environment using interactive, communicative activities
- Conducted student placement tests to assess language proficiency and determine appropriate class levels.
- Conducted regular assessments and wrote detailed reports on student progress, providing insights for tailored instruction
ESL teacher (in person)
Studio Cambridge (English language centre)
Cambridge, England
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Planned and taught communicative lessons for 13-16 year olds, led assessments, and wrote detailed student reports to monitor progress and inform future instruction
Education
CELTA - Teaching English as a foreign language
Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge01-2017
Post Graduate Diploma - Contemporary Dance
University of Kent
London01-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Dance
University of Kent
Leeds01-2007
Skills
- Online teaching
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Language presentation methods
- Total physical response activities
- Creative error correction
- Behaviour management
- Interpersonal skills and building rapport
- Cultural immersion
References
- Ms. Trinh (Operations Manager) / Josh Harvey (Head Teacher)- Fisher's Superkids Academy, Da Nang, Vietnam
email: info@fishersuperkids.com phone no (local): 0236 653 9599
- Jacque Peterson (Learning Experience Manager)- Apollo English, Haiphong, Vietnam
Hobbies and interests
- Volunteering, singing, dancing, reading, journaling, exercise
Accomplishments
- Certificate of recogniton for 7 years of teaching at Fisher's Superkids Academy, Da Nang
- Best Teacher certificate and award at Fisher's Superkids Academy- 2019-2020
Timeline
ESL Teacher (in person)
Fisher's Superkids Academy
03.2019 - 07.2026
ESL teacher (in person)
Apollo English
11.2017 - 11.2018
ESL teacher (in person)
Studio Cambridge (English language centre)
07.2017 - 08.2017
CELTA - Teaching English as a foreign language
Cambridge Regional College
Post Graduate Diploma - Contemporary Dance
University of Kent
Bachelor of Arts - Contemporary Dance
University of Kent