Danièlle Varnham

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Key area of interest

English

Keywords

ESL, EFL, IELTS, TOEFL, English, Speaking, Conversation, Writing, Grammar, Essays, Spelling, Reading, Listening,

My background

Prior to Social Isolation, I engaged for UKCE (UK College of English) in London; within this function, I devise, shape and execute English lessons in a classroom setting. Showcasing my consummate interpersonal ability, I encourage my students to participate during class and practice an effective teaching method to empower pupils to communicate using the English language.

Keen to discover and utilise new approaches, I continually perform research to help me conceptualise new ideas and to facilitate with the design and delivery of entertaining and interesting lessons. Encouraging students of all language levels, and introducing innovative educational techniques are just a few of my areas of expertise. By teaching students in a wide range of ages and situations, I have practiced my communication, creativity and motivational talent.

Experience

Keen to discover and utilise new approaches, I continually perform research to help me conceptualise new ideas and to facilitate with the design and delivery of entertaining and interesting lessons. Encouraging students of all language levels, and introducing innovative educational techniques are just a few of my areas of expertise. By teaching students in a wide range of ages and situations, I have practiced my communication, creativity and motivational talent.

A culturally-attuned individual, I have enjoyed teaching roles across the globe. In my position as English Teacher at American Life in Kurtköy, Turkey, I engaged in both IELTS and TOEFL preparation and applied my impeccable attention to detail when monitoring student progress.

As English Teacher at the British Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, I prepared and delivered English lessons to classes of up to 18 pupils. Here, I created a positive learning experience through use of laughter yoga in the classroom. I also increased student engagement through successfully embedding principles of gamification and pedagogy. During my employment, I contributed to the development and launch of the virtual online teaching platform (IMMERSE).

Qualifications

BA (Honours) English Language and Literature, Open University, UK 2008 – 2016
CELTYL, British Council, Muscat, Oman 2014
German Courses, Open University, UK 2006 / 2008
CELTA, Oxford House, UK