Personal Information
Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Alan Murphy

Alan Murphy

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 03/24/86

Summary

I am a motivated and outgoing educator with a passion for learning, backed by a strong work ethic. My journey into education began with a degree in English literature, and for the past six years, I have been dedicated to teaching in Spain. My aim is to further develop as a teacher and establish a dynamic, engaging environment where students can flourish both academically and socially.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

Springbok English Academy
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed tailored lesson plans for English Language Learners, resulting in improved language proficiency and confidence.
  • Implemented creative teaching strategies to address individual student learning needs, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.

Teacher

English School Alicante
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Taught various Cambridge levels ranging from young learners to Cambridge B2 First and C1 Advanced exam preparation courses
  • Responsible for developing and planning of dynamic, energetic and engaging classes.

Teacher

Idiomas Flow English Academy
07.2019 - 12.2019
  • Taught Cambridge B1 Preliminary, B2 First and C1 Advanced exam preparation courses
  • Taught various other courses developed by the academy to a full range of ages and levels both adults and adolescents.

Teacher

Speak Up English Academy
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Taught Cambridge 'Movers' and A2 exam preparation courses
  • Taught various other courses developed within the academy to children aged between 6 - 16 years of age.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree -

University College Cork
Cork City, Ireland

Skills

  • Effective Communicator:
  • Proven track record of successful communication through years of working with people
  • Adaptability and Initiative:
  • Capable of working independently with a proactive approach
    Comfortable collaborating within a team to achieve common goals
  • Analytical and Creative Problem-Solving:
  • Possess an analytical mindset for systematic problem-solving
    Ability to think creatively and find innovative solutions in professional and personal contexts
  • Proficiency in Computer Usage
  • Online Teaching and Planning:
  • Successfully adapted to the Co-Vid19 outbreak, developing effective methods for online teaching and planning

Hobbies and Interests

I love to read and am an accomplished guitarist. I am a very active person and enjoy keeping physically fit by hiking, going to the gym and playing in a local football team. I also enjoy going to the cinema, art galleries and museums in my spare time.

References

References, University Degree, TEFL Certificate etc. can be obtained if or when required.

Timeline

Teacher

Springbok English Academy
09.2023 - Current

Teacher

English School Alicante
01.2020 - 07.2022

Teacher

Idiomas Flow English Academy
07.2019 - 12.2019

Teacher

Speak Up English Academy
09.2018 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Arts Degree -

University College Cork
Alan Murphy