Simon Rattray
ESL teacher
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Warmers & Classroom
Management
Grammatical Awareness
Lesson Planning
Using Games controlled practice
Receptive skills Listening &
Reading
Productive skills Speaking &
Writing
Teaching Children
Cellar management
PROFESSIONAL
120 Hour Advanced TEFL
Human Rights: The Rights of
Refugees Certificate
NVQ D32 Assessor in Hospitality
and Catering
Craft Trainer Award
PERSONAL SKILLS
Excellent communicator
Affable & idiosyncratic
resourceful & reliable
PERSONAL DETAILS
French speaker
Simon Rattray
22 Clarence Place
Plymouth
PL1 3JW
T: +44 1752 248629
M: +44 7971351345
E: simon.rattray@virginmedia.com
DOB: 25/05/1964
Driving license: Yes
Nationality: UK
PERSONAL SUMMARY
A confident, highly resourceful and reliable ESL teacher with a comprehensive
understanding of the English language and knowledge of teaching methods. Possessing
the required communication skills and flair needed to engage students, drive their
learning and develop their abilities. Flexible in the ability to adapt to challenges when
they arise while remaining aware of professional roles and boundaries. Having an
approachable, cheerful and friendly personality and a proven ability to ensure that
students experience is always relaxing and enjoyable.
Now looking for a new challenge in a new country, one which will make best use of my
existing skills & experience, further my personal development and fit in with my love of
the English language and education.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Volunteer Teacher Lavrio Refugee Camp
ESL TEACHER / PROGRAMME FACILITATOR Feb 2017 June 2017
On site volunteer Teacher (the only volunteer from any organisation on site).
Responsible for supporting the resident community in their educational and recreational
needs. As well as supporting basic needs wherever possible. Teaching English to adult
residents myself as well as providing back office and curriculum support to visiting
volunteer ESLteachers.
Agency Staff
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANT Oct 2010 Feb 2017
Responsible for high quality customer service within a both tourist & factory
environment.
Various Award winning Gastro Pubs including Microbrewery (2008-2010)
LICENSEE /PROPRIETOR/ BREWER June 1992 Oct 2010
Hands on responsibility for the smooth running of all areas of the business. Maintaining
high standards of spirits & wines, food, service, health and safety and delivering a great
service to customers at all times.
Civil Engineering Technician
TECHNICIAN/ TECHNICAL DESIGNER April 1981 June 1992
Computer aided designer/technician involved in the design and implementation of
transportation, structural engineering and specialised steel formwork projects.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Languages. English (native speaker with deep understanding) French verbal skills.
Organised reliable and professional.
Able to work as a member of a team or on own initiative
Ability to present and persuade in an articulate fashion.
Confident and articulate when communicating with students.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Psychological Studies
The Open University 2013
Higher National Certificate in Civil Engineering Studies
Westminster College 1985
REFERENCES Character and work references available on request.