Chris Swan
English Teacher
Huizhou,Guangdong
Summary
Originally born in England to an English Father and Australian mother, i have moved around the world throughout my life for education and employment. I am a hard-working person, well adapted to living and working in China. I have a strong background in teamwork, having worked as a teacher for many years. I Am looking to continue my teaching career and hopefully take it to the next level. I have excellent communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills that I have developed throughout my teaching and business careers. I am eager to learn new things and take on new challenges in this exciting and dynamic field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
English Teacher
Country Garden
1 2023 - 5 2024
- Developed a comprehensive English language program to improve student literacy skills
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and activities to enrich student learning experiences
- Implemented a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and interests
- Monitored student progress and provided individualized support to ensure academic success.
English Language Teacher
WE English
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum
- Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements
- Developed and implemented extracurricular activities to promote language learning and cultural understanding
- Assisted in the development and implementation of English language proficiency standards and assessments.
Owner/Operator
Trafalgar Bar and Restaurant
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition
- Boosted restaurant sales by 15% through the implementation of new marketing and promotional strategies, resulting in increased profitability and customer satisfaction
- Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements, and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Owner/Operator
English Club Language Center
02.2012 - 06.2015
- Studied assessment information covering students, teachers, and school operations to formulate improvement plans
- Observed teachers, documented activities, and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms
- Verified student grades, attendance, and schedules
- Oversaw school expenditure for students to receive maximum educational benefits
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Foreign assets investment manager
HF Financial Group
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Developed and implemented an investment plan that resulted in a 30% return on investment over three years
- Analyzed market trends and identified investment opportunities that resulted in a 17% return on investment
- Prepared and presented financial reports to executive management, providing insights that enabled informed decision-making.
Builder/ Labourer
I Henry contrstruction
02.2012 - 12.2014
- General housekeeping
- Health and safety white card course pass
- Concreting: slab/footings and formed concreting
- Brickset/tiles/concrete paving groundwork excavation
- Screeding and leveling prior to paving, etc
- Woodwork: fence erection/framework to first fix joinery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International business
Queensland Institute of Business and Technology
Queensland, Australia 09.2005 - 7 2008
Skills
Ability to Work in a Team
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Timeline
English Language Teacher
WE English
09.2020 - 05.2023
Owner/Operator
Trafalgar Bar and Restaurant
10.2018 - 10.2020
Foreign assets investment manager
HF Financial Group
05.2013 - 05.2015
Owner/Operator
English Club Language Center
02.2012 - 06.2015
Builder/ Labourer
I Henry contrstruction
02.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - International business
Queensland Institute of Business and Technology
09.2005 - 7 2008
English Teacher
Country Garden
1 2023 - 5 2024
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