Terry Lewis
About Me
Introduction:
Currently an English teacher specialising in English Second Language students in foreign countries. I am well organised and dependable with excellent planning and leadership qualities. Flexibly skilled to understand the needs and responsibilities of positions, whilst respecting different cultures and attitudes. I channel my outgoing personality into a quality and engaging education service for a range of ages.
Previously, I utilized my Journalism degree to develop as a content writer and journalist for both online and print mediums. I developed my writing, communication and technical skills required in today’s rapidly evolving times. Confident and flair-styled writer who keeps people engaged until the last word and provokes interaction.
Experience working in high-stress roles and adaptable to new situations. Passionate to provide excellence at any task in my career and engaging events to students, clients and co-workers.
Education
University Of Glamorgan
BA (Hons) Journalism
June 2009
Gatehouse Awards - LoveTEFL
Teaching English as a Foreign Language
December 2016
Experiences
Deputy Editor
Good Film Guide
June 2011 to July 2016
• Promoted from Staff Writer to Deputy Editor within 2 years, previously a freelance contributor Covered Editor during holidays and personal leave
• Wrote and produced film and TV based content for a developing media orientated website
• Run the social media accounts to improve visibility of website and audience engagement
• Coached and mentored new writers into learning the style guide of English language that the website uses
• Met regular deadlines with content whilst also managing 5 members of staff when needed and building relationships with press offices
• Planned articles throughout the year for key film/TV/event anniversaries and researched and implemented new technologies to develop the profile of the website i.e. podcasting, SEO [Search Engine Optimisation]
English Primary School Teacher
Sea Dragon Education (China)
August 2017 to July 2018
Lisonglang Elementary School, Guangming, is a Shenzhen public primary school (Grades 1-6) and the first year of middle school (Grade 7)
• Independently teach all 7 grades oral English lessons (50 students per class)
• Manage a biweekly English club (25 students), with topics including toys, food, seasons and Western culture
• Write stimulating and original lesson plans designed to engage students and enhance reading and speaking
• Administer ability tests to analyse students' oral English levels as part of an ongoing assessment of individual progress
• Edit the English department's written exams for clarity and access for students
• Involved with school activities such as sports and school events
English Primary & Middle School Teacher
SIE Academy (China)
July 2018 to Current
Shenzhen Meizhong ChinaUS School, Longhua, is a Shenzhen public school with a privatised department for English-based learning that covers Grades 1-12
• Independently teach Grade 1 oral and written English and Grades 5-9 Western Culture (max. 30 students per class, 24 lessons a week)
• Manage a biweekly Uno club (30 students), to help improve vocabulary, maths and strategic thinking in younger grades
• Write stimulating and original lesson plans designed to engage students and enhance speaking and writing skills and interest in culture outside of China
• Administer ability tests to analyse Grade 1 students' oral English levels as part of an ongoing assessment of individual progress
• Delivered quarterly progress reports for ~250 students in regards to performance, attitude, effort and achievement
• Used a curriculum based from National Geographic USA's 'Our World' books for Grade 1 English
• Involved in quarterly school activities such as concerts and judge panels