Wian Wurz
Vinh
Summary
Professional educator with expertise in language instruction and curriculum development, with an additional interest in art education. Proven ability to engage students, foster inclusive learning environment, and drive academic success. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability to meet evolving educational needs. Skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and utilizing innovative teaching methods. Reliable, results-driven, and collaborative.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary English Language Teacher
TH School
08.2022 - Current
- Planned and delivered lessons to prepare students for the IGCSE (0510) and AS-Level English (8021) exams.
- Adapted the IGCSE and AS-Level curricula programs for students with varying needs, at various levels.
- Created a scheme of work for IGCSE English, adapted from Cambridge resources.
- Improved student literacy levels through targeted intervention and support programs.
- Fulfilled other related responsibilities such as running an ECA club and holding parent-teacher conferences.
ESL Teacher, Subject Teacher
Japanese International School
11.2018 - 06.2022
- Develop the English syllabus for the Japanese International Program
- Plan lessons and deliver lessons from Year1-9
- Create resources (Microsoft Office)
- Oversaw the selection of new textbooks for JIP English program
- Transferred to Cambridge International Program, teaching English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities to Year Six and Year Five (2020-2022)
Senior Teacher
BrainSTEM
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Planned and delivered Science lessons at Ly Thai To Primary School (Grade1-5)
- Taught English through storytelling and STEM materials
- Used a primarily Task Based Learning approach in the secondary part of the syllabus
- Worked in an advisory capacity with other teachers to provide guidance in matters of classroom discipline and activities
Subject Teacher
BBF (Better, Brighter Futures)
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Planned and delivered lessons on English, Science and Mathematics to students aged six to twelve
- Devised and researched suitable games
- Focused on TPP (Total Physical Response) and TBL (Task Based Learning)
English Teacher
Korean International School
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Planned and delivered lessons to students from Year One to Year Three
- Created PowerPoint presentations and games for classroom use
- Worked as part of a team to develop the English syllabus
- Developed and taught Summer – and Winter Camp programs
- Underwent teacher training throughout the year
English Teacher
May English School
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Delivered classes to students aged6 –11
- Took part in training sessions
- Contributed to the school’s resource bank with games and activities
- Administered Speaking Tests and did Level Testing
Subject Teacher
Đoàn Thị Điểm Primary School
11.2013 - 09.2014
- Developed the English, Math and Science syllabi using textbooks
- Created lesson plans
- Created games and presentations using MS PowerPoint
- Sourced materials and information for all classes
- Administered tests
ESL Teacher
GEPIK (Gyeonggi English Program in Korea), Gunseo Middle School
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Developed the English syllabus
- Created lesson plans
- Created PowerPoint presentations and games for classroom use
- Taught classes to students in Grade10-12
- Created and administered Speaking Tests
- Developed Summer- and Winter Camp programs
- Underwent ESL teacher training throughout the duration of the contract
- Oversaw the school’s English newspaper club
ESL Teacher
IMOE (Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education) AnNam High School
09.2010 - 10.2012
- Developed the English syllabus
- Created lesson plans
- Created PowerPoint presentations and games for classroom use
- Taught classes to students in Grade10-12
- Created and administered Speaking Tests
- Developed Summer- and Winter Camp programs
- Underwent extensive ESL teacher training throughout the duration of the contract
Education
PGCE - Teaching
Cumbria University
Cumbria, UK05-2025
CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching) -
Language Link
Hanoi, HN01.2013
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) -
TIES (The International English School)
Somerset West, South Africa01.2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa01.2009
Skills
- Reading comprehension
- Lesson planning
- Teaching strategies
- Group and individual instruction
- Literature analysis
- Student assessment
- Vocabulary building
- Pronunciation coaching
- Curriculum design
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Native language
Dutch
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Secondary English Language Teacher
TH School
08.2022 - Current
ESL Teacher, Subject Teacher
Japanese International School
11.2018 - 06.2022
Senior Teacher
BrainSTEM
10.2017 - 09.2018
Subject Teacher
BBF (Better, Brighter Futures)
02.2017 - 10.2017
English Teacher
Korean International School
02.2016 - 01.2017
English Teacher
May English School
09.2014 - 09.2015
Subject Teacher
Đoàn Thị Điểm Primary School
11.2013 - 09.2014
ESL Teacher
GEPIK (Gyeonggi English Program in Korea), Gunseo Middle School
09.2012 - 09.2013
ESL Teacher
IMOE (Incheon Metropolitan Office of Education) AnNam High School
09.2010 - 10.2012
PGCE - Teaching
Cumbria University
CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching) -
Language Link
TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) -
TIES (The International English School)
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
University of Stellenbosch
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