ZIyi Wu
Dublin,Ireland
Summary
CertTESOL-qualified English teacher with five years of experience delivering engaging and effective lessons to both junior and adult learners. Skilled in teaching General English Fluency (GEF) and IELTS preparation, with a creative, drama-based approach that builds student confidence, fluency, and real-world communication skills. Passionate about fostering immersive and student-centred learning environments, with a strong focus on enthusiasm, adaptability, and helping every learner achieve their goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
English language teacher
SEDA College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
12.2023 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging lessons for diverse international students, including Italian and Spanish junior learners in one-month mini-stay programmes.
- Integrated drama techniques to enhance language acquisition, confidence, and real-world communication skills.
- Provided individualised feedback to maximise student progress and foster a positive learning environment.
IELTS Teaching
Self-employed
Remote, Online
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Helped students achieve target IELTS scores through structured lessons and customised study plans.
- Enhanced test-taking strategies, improving student results by an average of 1.5 bands.
English Teacher Intern
Hangzhou No.13 Middle School
Hangzhou, China
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Taught third-year junior high school students, focusing on interactive lessons to improve oral fluency, reading comprehension, and exam preparation.
- Created a supportive classroom environment that increased student engagement and motivation.
Oral English Tutor
Chengxi International English
Wuhan, China
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Led conversation-focused sessions for adult learners, enhancing fluency and confidence in real-life communication.
- Provided pronunciation coaching tailored to individual student needs, achieving measurable improvements in pronunciation accuracy.
English Tutor for K12
Shenzhen Cross English
Shenzhen, China
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Delivered one-to-one online lessons and conducted daily homework checks for children under 12.
- Created engaging, age-appropriate lessons using interactive storytelling and games, fostering a supportive and motivating learning environment for young learners.
Education
Master of Education - Language Education
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin 09.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature (Teaching)
Hangzhou Normal University
Hangzhou, China 09.2019 - 06.2023
Skills
- General English Fluency (GEF) teaching and IELTS preparation
- Drama-based teaching
- Individualised and student-centred class planning and delivery
- Classroom management for diverse age groups
- Multilingual and multicultural teaching
Certification
CertTESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
Senior High School English Teacher Qualification Certificate (China)
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
German
Intermediate (B1)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
English language teacher
SEDA College Dublin
12.2023 - Current
Master of Education - Language Education
Trinity College Dublin
09.2023 - 09.2024
English Teacher Intern
Hangzhou No.13 Middle School
02.2023 - 05.2023
Oral English Tutor
Chengxi International English
09.2022 - 12.2022
IELTS Teaching
Self-employed
08.2022 - 08.2024
English Tutor for K12
Shenzhen Cross English
12.2020 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature (Teaching)
Hangzhou Normal University
09.2019 - 06.2023
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