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ciara mulgrew

@ciaramulgrew

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Dedicated EFL teacher with expertise in instructional design.

Spain

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters creativity and innovation in language education, with opportunities for professional growth.

With five years of experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL), I have a passion for helping students enhance their speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. My academic background includes a BA in Applied Languages, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in phonetics and instructional design, as well as proficiency in Spanish and German. This diverse training allows me to approach teaching from both theoretical and cultural perspectives, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience for my students.

Currently, I work at The British Center in Spain, where I create customized classroom materials and support students with hearing impairments. My role involves employing decoding techniques to assist these students in overcoming challenges related to different alphabets. Additionally, my freelance work with Teachify and Engoo has enabled me to develop tailored educational content and utilize various E-Learning tools to engage students of all ages effectively.

I am committed to continuous professional development, currently pursuing a Professional Diploma in Digital Learning Design. My goal is to integrate digital tools into my teaching practices, enhancing the learning experience for my students. I believe in creating dynamic and interactive lessons that not only teach language skills but also foster a love for learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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EFL Teacher

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The British Center

Sep 2024 - Present (9 months)

Currently creating own classroom material and working with students who are hearing impaired and come from countries with a very different alphabet. Frequently uses decoding techniques to help students identify sounds and recognise patterns, making reading and listening skills exceptionally challenging for them.

Classroom Material Development Decoding Techniques Curriculum Adaptation

Freelance EFL Teacher

Teachify

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Developed tailored educational content to engage and motivate students of all ages. Analyzed students’ progression and adapted content to their needs, utilizing a variety of E-Learning tools during this time.

Educational Content Development E Learning Curriculum Adaptation

English Language Assistant

Meddeas Multilingual Education

Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Collaborated with English teachers to design and implement dynamic English language lessons for students aged 3-15. Supported classroom activities and facilitated interactive learning experiences.

Collaboration With Teachers Classroom Management

Freelance EFL Tutor

Engoo

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Frequently read the news or scientific articles with students, which were then broken down to develop a better understanding of key vocabulary and phrases. This included some phonetics training and pronunciation practice to enhance language acquisition.

Reading Comprehension Pronunciation

Corporate Workshop Team Member

Enactus/Anytime of the Month

Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)

Created the Anytime of the Month online workshops using Canva, delivering impactful presentations to academic and corporate audiences through Zoom. Conducted needs assessments to enhance workshop content and social media engagement strategies using SurveyMonkey and Excel.

Canva Zoom Presentation Skills SurveyMonkey Excel Online Engagement

Marketing Assistant

SchuF Chemieventile Vertriebs GmbH & Co. KG

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Developed the new company website using WordPress, enhancing the online presence and user experience. Generated social media analytics reports to evaluate marketing performance and inform strategic decisions.

WordPress Social Analytics Digital Marketing Reporting Content Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Digital Learning Institute

Professional diploma, Digital Learning Design

Grade: Distinction, 94/100

Designed an online teacher training course focused on integrating digital tools into lessons. Achieved a distinction with a grade of 94/100.

Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Postgraduate course, Advanced Methodologies for English Teachers

Grade: 9.65/10

Completed a postgraduate course specializing in advanced methodologies for English teachers. Developed various learning games and worksheets utilizing tools like Canva.

University of Limerick

BA, Applied Languages (Spanish and German) with Technical Communication

Grade: First Class Honours, 1.1

Earned a BA in Applied Languages, focusing on Spanish and German with a specialization in Technical Communication. Designed an online course to teach German grammar to university students, achieving First Class Honours.