Curriculum Vitae
Kyle Graeme Keens
D.O.B.: **th August 1994
Cell: 079-***-**** / 185-****-****
Email:
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Personal Statement
I am a very punctual and honest gentleman. I pride myself on my ability to create a fun and interactive environment for learners as well as with peers. Predominantly I have been focused in education however I feel I can thrive anywhere. I am a fast learner and whatever is put in front of me I will endeavor to learn as much about it as I can, to perform or complete the task to the best of my abilities. I assure you that what I set my mind to I complete and that if given the chance I will not disappoint. I am very hardworking and can be left to my own devices or work in groups with no problems.
Key Skills
• Command of English Language both written and spoken.
• Eager to learn and work hard.
• Computer literate.
• Creative and outgoing.
• Work well with others but can be independent.
Education and Qualifications
Other Qualifications: University of Fort Hare (East London) 120+ hours TESOL course including:
Methodologies, Classroom Management and Real Teaching experience. Cambridge accredited certificates in TKT (Teaching and training) Bands 3 and above in 3 certifications
School Education: Matriculated at Stirling High school in 2012 Extra Mural Activities:
Participated in Drama, Badminton and Water Polo.
Member of lead cast in school plays in: 2006
Dandy Dan in Bugsy Malone, 2011 Alfred Doolittle
in Pygmalion and 2012 Mr Myers in Fame.
Achievements:
Awarded Colours for Drama in 2011 and 2012.
Participated in annual SACEE general knowledge
quiz in 2012 and our team placed 3
rd
overall.
Awarded Silver in SACEE interschool script writing competition in 2012.
University Attended: Studied BA at Fort Hare East London Graduated 2016.
Currently studying English honours at Fort Hare
East London (2017).
Subjects: Sociology and History taken to second year level. Psychology and English taken to third year level as majors.
Work Experience
Just Surfing Surf Shop
Cashier/Sales
Duration: 2013 (April-December)
Main Activities:
• Working the till and maintaining shop interior and stock
• Selling of stock and second-hand surf equipment
• Notifying clients of incoming pre-ordered stock and money from various sales
• Assisting customers with queries on related goods Fort Hare University
English Department
Reading Group Facilitator
Duration: Semester / 5 months (2017)
Main Activities:
• Assisting Second Language Students with reading, comprehension and vocabulary.
• Creating of Glossary/Vocabulary lists based on the reading.
• Assisting, where necessary, with any other course related queries. EF (Education First) English second language school China (Harbin)
Teacher (Promoted to Senior teacher, Group manager and Trainer) Duration: 2+ years (2018-present)
Main Activities:
• Teaching English as a second language to students between 3 and 18 years of age.
• Generation of comprehensive lesson plans and materials based on desires and needs of students and school.
• Training of new and old staff based on needs for improvement or newly implemented materials within the workspace. Designing training materials to be used in future sessions.
• Participating in marketing events for the company in various forms. E.g. Public workshops with potential clients, rehearsed events showcasing aspects of the company, printed and digital materials distributed to the public.
• Managing of junior level employees in various aspects of production; maintaining clear accessible files, completing online admin work within time frames, providing assistance in relation to work advice or correcting inadequate classroom/workplace behaviours.
• Reporting to Line manager on junior employees and creating observation reports and follow-up tasks to maintain continuing improvement in the workplace.
• Meeting with clients to answer questions and give advice on future development with the school.
References
• Richard Whittington
Production Manager for EF Harbin China
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• Dr. T. Kirton-Els
English Lecturer Fort Hare University East London
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