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Lynsey Speers

Lynsey Speers

Summary

Energetic and passionate ESL teacher with 10+ years’ experience working in China, Italy, and Spain. Recently held the role of Assistant Director of Studies in Seville, and remote teaching positions. Known for engaging lesson delivery, collaborative leadership, and developing learners of all levels from A1 to C1. Looking for new opportunities to grow and make an impact in e-learning.



Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online English Teacher

Babbel
05.2022 - Current
  • Teach 1:1 and group lessons (A1-C1) via Zoom
  • Deliver general and business English sessions
  • Give detailed grammar/pronunciation feedback
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to promote active participation in virtual classrooms

Online Evaluator

The English Quiz
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Assessed CEFR levels for business learners
  • Balanced high-quality marking with tight deadlines

Assistant Director of Studies

Camden English School
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Managed teaching staff, appraisals, and lesson observations
  • Led monthly training and supported Cambridge exam prep
  • Liaised with parents in Spanish, organised extracurricular events

Online Trainer (part-time)

8Belts Idiomas
11.2019 - 03.2022
  • Delivered conversational lessons via Zoom/WhatsApp/Skype
  • Evaluated learner progress and maintained strong rapport

ESL Teacher

Camden English School
09.2014 - 06.2019
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition for diverse student groups
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student participation and retention
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement
  • Led Cambridge exam preparation for children and teens
  • Delivered business English and summer intensives


TESOL Teacher - Summer Camp

London Village
06.2015 - 07.2015

Delivered English lessons and ran arts/sports activities

English Teacher

Wisdom Kindergarten
02.2014 - 07.2014
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster literacy and language skills in young learners
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that promoted social and emotional development among students


Education

HND Fashion Design & Manufacture With Business

Cardonald College
Glasgow, Scotland
06-2004

National Certificate-Fashion Technology

Cardonald College
Glasgow, Scotland
06-2002

Skills

  • Planning E-learning Leadership Microsoft Office Excel Staff Training Spanish (B2) Communication Organisation Collaboration Interpersonal Skills Customer Service Target Orientation

Certification


  • CELTA-YL (International House)
  • TESOL (120 hrs)
  • TEFL.org (20 hrs)
  • British Council – Teaching English Online
  • Vamos Glasgow – Spanish B2 (2023)
  • Alison - Excel (2023)
  • HubSpot – CRM (2024)
  • Coursera / University of Edinburgh - How to Create an Online Course (2025)

Additional Information

Fashion & Retail Management (2004-2014)


Held roles such as Garment Technologist, Store Manager and Area Visual Merchandiser. Delivered customer service, led visual merchandising, and managed social media & branding across Scotland.


Timeline

Online English Teacher

Babbel
05.2022 - Current

Online Evaluator

The English Quiz
11.2021 - 06.2022

Online Trainer (part-time)

8Belts Idiomas
11.2019 - 03.2022

Assistant Director of Studies

Camden English School
09.2019 - 06.2022

TESOL Teacher - Summer Camp

London Village
06.2015 - 07.2015

ESL Teacher

Camden English School
09.2014 - 06.2019

English Teacher

Wisdom Kindergarten
02.2014 - 07.2014

HND Fashion Design & Manufacture With Business

Cardonald College

National Certificate-Fashion Technology

Cardonald College

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