Patrick Brimm
35 HESTER ROAD, LONDON N18 2RF
TELEPHONE: 020 8807 3778 – MOBILE: 07702 258570 – EMAIL: pafitzy@gmail.com
PERSONAL DETAILS
Nationality:
British
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
An accomplished Teacher of English with extensive experience of teaching language students in a variety of settings and
with a recently completed (May 2015), Bachelor of Arts degree in Modern Languages (Portuguese and Spanish). TEFL
certified, with an international outlook, seeking new opportunities abroad as a TEFL teacher, or any similar role, which
will make full use of existing language skills, and offer good opportunities for career progression.
KEY SKILLS
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A people-person, with excellent intercultural skills and an acute awareness of other nationalities and cultures from
experience of having lived, worked and studied in the UK, USA, Italy and Spain
Excellent presentation and speaking skills, with an ability to connect with an audience, developed through a
background as a performer in theatre and music
A high degree of patience and tolerance, with an ability to empathise with foreign students, adapt to students needs
and different learning styles
Creative and innovative, welcomes opportunities to try out new and unconventional material and to utilise different
approaches in the teaching process
Experienced in group and one to one teaching, using a flexible, learner-centred approach, tailoring learning to
individual needs
A committed educator, taking a rounded, holistic view of teaching English, with a view to creating an engaging,
enjoyable and memorable experience for students
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Birkbeck, University of London
October 2011 – May 2015
Bachelor of Arts degree in Modern Languages (Spanish and Portuguese)
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Part time evening study, to be completed 2015
Year 1 Modules: Understanding Culture (Theories and texts); Portuguese Level 1 leading to CEFR A2 (Elementary)/
GCSE level; Spanish 3 leading to CEFR B2 (Upper Intermediate)/A-level
Year 2 Modules: Portuguese 2; Spanish 4 Leading to CEFR C1 (Advanced)/Post A-level
Year 3 Modules: Art and Empire in the Iberian World; Spanish 5 leading to CEFR C2/degree level; Portuguese 3
Year 4 Modules: Portuguese 4; The Urban Experience in Brazil; Contemporary Latin American Literature and Art;
Spanish Discourse Analysis
International House/ the Cambridge School
Barcelona/Madrid
September 2005 – March 2006
Teacher Development Seminars
St George International
London
March 2000 – June 2000
Trinity (TESOL) Certificate
Brooklyn Community College
Brooklyn, NY
September 1998 – June 1999
ITEC Diploma Anatomy Physiology Massage
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EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Kingsway College
October 1997 – June 1998
London
RSA Diploma in Exercise to Music
The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama
September 1988 – July 1991
Cardiff, Wales
Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Arts
TEACHING CAREER
Teacher of English
LANGUAGE STUDIES INTERNATIONAL, London
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June 2010 – Present
Planning and delivering classes of general English to international students of all ages
Teaching foreign students with a range of abilities and levels, from beginner to proficient level
Teaching FCE (First Certificate in English) and CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)
Assisting in exam preparation for IELTS, FCE and CAE
Teaching a cross section of general English, basic grammar and use of language
Assisting students to develop reading, listening and writing skills
IELTS exam preparation, teaching exam techniques, exam training and preparation exercises
Tailoring teaching to individual students needs
Monitoring the development of student writing skills
Delivering lessons in an individual and innovative style
Observing other teachers and sharing observations with the teacher team
Received excellent commendations and positive feedback from students, achieving consistently good ratings
Centre Manager/Teacher Co-ordinator
UK STUDY INTERNATIONAL, UK
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April 2001 – August 2005 / July 2008 – December 2009
Staff recruitment and staff training for this Summer School
Teacher Co-ordination
Conducting staff meetings
Setting/marking student level tests
Trinity Exam coordination
Teacher of English to Spanish Students
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE, Madrid, Spain
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October 2005 – August 2006
Assisting with CAE and FCE exam preparation
Teaching Business English (Bank of Spain, Banco Espiritu Santo)
Teaching general English to adults and young learners
Teacher of English to Italian Students
THE BRITISH SCHOOL OF ROME, Italy
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October 2000 – July 2003
Assisting in Trinity exam preparation for young learners
Teaching General English
Teaching Business English in-company to contracted clients
Teacher of English to Foreign Students
ST GEORGE INTERNATIONAL, London
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June 2000 – September 2000
Teaching a general English Summer School program
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Team Leader
GREENSTAR ATLAS WASTE RECYCLING, London
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January 2010 – June 2010
Training/motivating a team of 20 line operators
Ensuring correct Health and Safety procedures
Troubleshooting and problem solving MRF (Material Recycling Facility)
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OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Tour Manager (Brazil, Portugal and Spain)
STUDY JOURNEYS, UK/Barcelona, Spain
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March 2006 – July 2008
Accompanying groups of tourists on educational visits
Handling program logistics, client welfare
Confirming hotels, restaurants, transportation, visits and lectures
Assistant Manager
EXPERIENCE ITALIA! Rome, Italy
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October 2003 – July 2005
Assisting in the planning and execution of personalized, tailor made tours for American travellers throughout Italy
Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Masseur
EASTERN ATHLETIC CENTRE, New York, USA
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September 1997 – February 2000
Leading aerobic, circuit training, kick boxing classes
Developing individual personal fitness programs
Providing holistic/sports massage
Actor/Performer
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July 1991 – March 2000
Steppin’ Wolf (Chicago), Bowery Theatre Co (NYC), the Manchester Library Theatre Company – Manchester (UK),
This is Now Theatre Company (UK)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages
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Fluent English (native) and Spanish
Working knowledge of French
Intermediate Portuguese and Italian
Professional Memberships
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International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL)
Interests
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Theatre, Health and Nutrition, Contemporary Dance, Literature, Travel, Languages
References
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Available on request
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