Jonathan is a friendly, enthusiastic guy who likes teaching. He is well-organised and presentable, works well with others and has a bright, uncomplicated character.
EXPERIENCE
| Sep 2008 - Ongoing |
Kawagoe Girls' High School, Kawagoe, Saitama, Japan (川越女子高等学校) |
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ALT - Assistant Language Teacher |
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- Planned and presented interesting and varied lessons on a variety of topics.
- Assisted Japanese Teacher of English with class reading, marking and grammar questions.
- Added a "native-perspective" on otherwise dry topics, using extensive resources taken from my own country and life experiences.
- Had a lot of fun and got on well with other staff.
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| Apr 2008 - Aug 2008 |
Tsuchiya Eye Clinic, Tsunashima, Japan (土屋眼科医院) |
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Part Time - Receptionist and English Language Assistant |
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- Performed reception duties and assisted the doctor during examinations.
- Provided information in English to visiting English speaking patients.
- Created English versions of much of the pre-existing information pamplets and forms.
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| Nov 2007 - Mar 2008 |
Kurashi Gakkou, Okazaki, Japan (くらし学校) |
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Part Time - 1 to 1 Private English Lesson Teacher |
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- Planned and provided interesting lessons based around a student's requests.
- Created class materials and tried a variety of teaching styles.
- Used situations and role play to provide context and foster a more enjoyable learning atmosphere.
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| Feb 2006 - Sept 2007 |
PHWT, Clerkenwell, London |
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.NET Developer |
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- Created and maintained high-traffic content managed intranet and Internet sites for clients including George Wimpey, Laing Homes, Mazda, Jaguar and Land Rover.
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| July 2005 - Jan 2006 |
AceMarine Ltd, Fife, Scotland |
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Freelance Developer |
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- 3D simulation for novel hydrofoil design. Corresponded with customer by phone, e-mail and on-site visits.
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| Aug 2005 - Oct 2005 |
Freyer Recruitment, Kent |
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Software Developer / Web Programmer |
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- Worked on heuristic web-based CV-matching package for job applicants and recruitment consultants. Over 130,000 users.
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| July 2004 - Sept 2004 |
Elysium Ltd, East Sussex |
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Student worker - Web page and application development |
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- Corresponded with customers, by phone and over email to solve problems and queries.
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| July 2003 - Oct 2003 |
Childs Hall, Reading |
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Residential Porter |
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- Maintained polite professionalism, even with difficult residents and visitors. Continued to work effectively when under pressure.
- Interacted with staff and students who did not have English as a first language.
- Dealt with medical emergencies in a calm and efficient manner.
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EDUCATION
| Oct 2007 - Mar 2008 |
The Yamasa Institute, Okazaki, Japan |
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Advanced Intensive Japanese Programme |
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- Followed a balanced course practicing reading, writing, speaking and listening.
- Took optional units to prepare for level 2 of the JLPT.
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| Oct 2006 |
i-to-i, Regent's Park, London |
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TEFL Plus - 40 hour English teaching certificate |
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- Included a 20 hour grammar study course and 20 hours of supervised teaching practice.
- Learnt about various kind of lesson stucture, student-centred learning, and techniques to engage learners.
- Taught individually and worked in groups to plan and provide lessons. One commended as a "model lesson".
- Had a great time and met some wonderful people. Would like to teach more.
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| 2004 - 2005 |
The University of Manchester |
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MSc Advanced Computer Science with ICT Management |
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- Final Project: Modular visualisation and analysis tool for tool for Atomic Force Microscopy.
- Led group of five through intensive week-long development of eBay-style book trading web application. Discovered teamwork is more than dividing work, but can be a remarkable force if done right.
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| 2001 - 2004 |
The University of Reading |
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BSc Computer Science - 2.1 Achieved |
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- Final Project: Multi platform OpenGL Online Collaborative Environment.
- Developed teamwork and project management skills.
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| 1994-2001 |
Beacon Community College, Crowborough |
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A-Levels: Computer Science (A), Modular Physics (C), Maths (C), Further Maths-AS (C), General Studies (D) |
| 1999 |
GCSEs: 11 Subjects (1 x A*, 2 x A, 3 x B, 3 x C)
(Inc. English, Maths and Science) |
LANGUAGES
- English - Native speaker. I have a clear British-English accent and a good command of English grammar and spelling. I enjoy explaining English usage through examples and activities, and I believe English study becomes more enjoyable when students can see the context of how a particular word or grammar point is used in the real world.
- Japanese - Post-GCSE; enthusiastically working towards JLPT 2. I passed level 3 of the JLPT in 2006.
Key Skills:
| Children | I interact well with children, and find them great fun to talk to. In the UK, I was a regular babysitter for a few families. At Reading University during the summer holidays, I worked as a student helper for a group of Italian study-abroad students aged between 14 and 16.
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| Japanese / English exchange | Over the university summer holidays, I ran a Japanese/English study group in Manchester where Japanese and English people exchanged languages by asking questions and playing games to improve proficiency.
While I was living in London, twice a week I took part in language exchanges with Japanese people. It was here I really learnt I like breaking down English, figuring out how it works and explaining it in an accessible way to people with English as a second language.
When talking, I have an awareness of my own word usage and speed and can adapt to be understood by English learners of various levels.
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| Philosophy | Strong belief in the competency and motives of all. I enjoy the challenge of explaining otherwise confusing topics, in a clear and complete way. I'm not offended if you tell me I'm wrong, I want to improve.
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INTERESTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
| Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Society (SWAGA) |
- Elected Vice President 2002 / Elected Secretary 2003
- Negotiated reduced membership rates for members to a large external Science Fiction society.
- Gained strong experience of working in a team through communication and persuasion.
- Contributed to marketing efforts, making SWAGA the 2nd largest Reading University society.
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| Gesture - Open Source Gesture Recognition Library |
- Managed a geographically diverse team of five with many areas of talent.
- Focused the team members towards a common vision.
- Managed quality control and deadlines in a tactful but effective way.
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HOBBIES AND INTERESTS:
Skiing, Making Websites, Karaoke, Musicals, Cunning Technology.
REFEREES
Commercial, voluntary and academic references available on request |
Braces Knowledge Base
List of Jonathan Wallers
