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Miranda  Winter

Miranda Winter

English Language Teacher (UK)

Summary

Originally from the UK, with an extensive background in NHS mental health services, I am committed to supporting and engaging with people from diverse backgrounds. Since moving to Istanbul and completing a CELTA, I am passionate about teaching English Language to foreign learners, both adults and children. I excel in student engagement and communication, with specific focus on vocabulary building and developing conversational skills. I am able to design tailored lessons that foster motivation and enhance language proficiency. I have a 3 year old daughter, who is bilingual, which has strengthened my understanding of younger children's learning needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Teacher

Cambly
06.2021 - Current

Facilitated on-line English language learning for adults and children from diverse backgrounds.

Facilitated discussions on current affairs, politics, and environmental issues.

Created focused lessons to enhance grammar and vocabulary proficiency.

Utilised games and exercises to make language learning fun.

Fostered a secure and respectful setting for students to discuss language development concerns.

English Language Teacher

Italki
11.2021 - 06.2022

Conducted well-structured, focused lessons for both children and adults.

Utilised articles, literature and poetry to enhance skill development and broaden understanding of English culture and arts.

Mental Health Social Worker

NHS
02.2010 - 01.2021

Accumulated extensive experience in mental health social work over 11-year period.

For one year, fulfilled duties of Deputy Manager of a Community Mental Health Team, providing guidance and supervision to my colleagues.

Facilitated support services for people dealing with major mental health disorders including Schizophrenia, personality disorder and Depression.

Designed individualized care plans tailored to specific needs and facilitated collaboration among diverse professionals.

Executed comprehensive evaluations to identify and manage risks associated with self-harm, harm to others, vulnerability, and safeguarding.

Facilitated social work and nursing student development by aligning support with educational requirements.

Education

Certificate - CELTA

Cambridge Assessment English
İstanbul
10.2021

Practice Educator Award - Social Work Training

University of Salford, Manchester
Manchester UK
11.2016

Masters MA - Social Work

Goldsmiths University
London UK
11.2007

First Class Honours Bachelor Degree - Social Anthropology

Manchester University
Manchester UK
08.2003

Skills

Student engagement

Communication skills

Progress reporting and student assessment

Student motivation

Vocabulary building

Reading comprehension

Interests

Literature and current affairs

Film and popular culture

Nature and physical exercise

Timeline

English Language Teacher

Italki
11.2021 - 06.2022

English Language Teacher

Cambly
06.2021 - Current

Mental Health Social Worker

NHS
02.2010 - 01.2021

Certificate - CELTA

Cambridge Assessment English

Practice Educator Award - Social Work Training

University of Salford, Manchester

Masters MA - Social Work

Goldsmiths University

First Class Honours Bachelor Degree - Social Anthropology

Manchester University
Miranda WinterEnglish Language Teacher (UK)