Nasim Safari
ESL/EFL Teacher
Queensland
Summary
CELTA-certified educator with a proven track record of enhancing student engagement and academic performance at BIHE. Specializes in ESL and university-level instruction, with extensive experience teaching reading and writing in English to illiterate adults. Known for improving ESL reading levels through innovative teaching strategies, effective classroom management, and tailored lesson planning. Adept at working with diverse learners from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds, particularly immigrants. Collaborates effectively with fellow instructors to ensure optimal learning outcomes and a supportive educational environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
University Teaching Assistant
BIHE
03.2020 - Current
- Assisted professors with course preparation, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Evaluated student presentations for clarity, accuracy, and depth of understanding, offering constructive feedback for improvement efforts.
- Devised and implemented strategies for engaging students in class discussions.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
ESL Teacher
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one and group tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- make personalized lesson plans for each class and student.
- administer placement tests.
- Adapted teaching methods according to each student''s unique learning style, leading to improved retention rates and higher test scores.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students with diverse backgrounds through the incorporation of global literature and multimedia resources.
- Wrote, prepared and submitted weekly lesson plans and created and designed homework, quizzes and exams to test abilities.
- Used online tools to complete mid-term and end-of-year student performance and assessment reports.
- Identified and addressed problems with course content or technology.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Used age-appropriate, interactive activities to engage learners.
ESL Teacher
Kardelen College
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Promoted English use in and outside of the classroom.
- Facilitated big and small groups to maximize student learning.
- teach how to read and write in English to non-native students.
- sessions tailored to individual needs.
- progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
ESL Teacher
Exire Danesh/ Dehkadeh Language Center
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Attracted new students to learn a new language.
- Taught non-native students how to read and write in English.
- Created a fun learning environment. Designed unique games for both private and group classes.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions. used different teaching techniques
Education
CELTA -
Cambridge
Istanbul 04.2001 -
GED -
World TESOL Academy
The UK 04.2001 -
GED - Understanding Child Development: From Synapse To
Utrecht University
Netherlands 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
BIHE
IRAN 04.2001 -
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Online teaching
- Classroom management
- Teaching strategies
- Cultural awareness
- Student Progress Reporting
- Course Management
- New Student Orientation
- Classroom setup & organization
- Activity-based learning
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Kardelen College
07.2023 - 05.2024
ESL Teacher
Self-employed
01.2023 - Current
University Teaching Assistant
BIHE
03.2020 - Current
ESL Teacher
Exire Danesh/ Dehkadeh Language Center
06.2019 - 01.2022
CELTA -
Cambridge
04.2001 -
GED -
World TESOL Academy
04.2001 -
GED - Understanding Child Development: From Synapse To
Utrecht University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
BIHE
04.2001 -