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ARNO GELDERBLOEM

ARNOGELDERBLOEM@AOL.COM
January 2024

RE: Teaching / Training Opportunity

Dear Hiring Manager ,

I would like to express my interest in an English Teaching position. I am a


self-motivated, energetic, and progress-driven Teacher/ Trainer with an
extensive background in the Education industry. With a long-standing
record of initiative and innovation, I have developed and executed
teaching strategies supported by technology that I believe will bring value
to your institute.

Throughout the course of my career, I have honed my communication


and innovative abilities. I am an astute problem solver capable of
prioritizing and managing complex projects with proficiency.

In my previous role, I exercised interpersonal and communication skills in


contribution to team efforts and organizational improvements. I am open-
minded and focused on new developments in my field. I have proven to
be effective and motivational, with proficiency in teamwork and
collaborative work. I enjoy brainstorming and coordinating efforts to
achieve a common goal. I have several years’ experience in in - class
teaching , Online Teaching , Business English as well as Exam preparation
i.e., IELTS , TOEIC and Cambridge as well as corporate business Training
and Development at Executive level .

Please take a moment to review the enclosed CV and accompanying


credentials. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak to you regarding
my candidacy for a Teacher /Trainer role. I am available for virtual
interviews.

I'm looking forward to your response and thank you for your
consideration.
Yours sincerely,
ARNO GELDERBLOEM

+84 337 107 526

ARNO GELDERBLOEM
CONTACT
Address: 61 Vo Van Tan
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY str , VTS , D3 , Ho Chi Minh
City , Vietnam
Talented In Class / Online Teacher who strives to Phone: +84 337 107 526
provide a positive & safe English learning Email:
environment for pupils. Caring , professional ,
Arnogelderbloem@aol.com
empathetic, and highly skilled in student development
strategies, implementing student safety policies
and accurate record keeping. Supporting
underachieving students and dedicated to the CORE QUALIFICATIONS
success of all students.
 Native English speaker
EXPERIENCE  Interactive/participative
teaching technique
 Inclusive learning
techniques
ILA Language Center December 2023 –  Communication expertise
current (Part Time)  TEFL Advanced Diploma
 IELTS
EMG Education , Ho Chi Minh City ,  B.ED Degree
Vietnam ,September 2022 – current  Higher Education Diploma
 Present lessons in class  TOEIC
 Grade 6 & 7  Cambridge
 Exam & test revision  Energetic
 Regular interaction with the parents of the  Empathetic
learners  Patient
 Create a safe environment where learners can  Fun
express themselves in English.  Licensed teacher in South
Africa
English High School Teacher April 2022 –  Course material
September 2022 development
Surawattyyakarn , Surin , Thailand  ESL
 Curriculum & lesson planning  Student engagement
 Test & Exam preparation  Dedicated
 Create an environment where learners can  Passionate
communicate in English.
 Letter of recommendation on request

ESL Tutor - Online , 01/2021 – April 2022


Amazing Talker (Taipei , Taiwan)
 Worked with compassion and patience,
supporting students through learning difficulties
to achieve positive outcomes.
 Built academic confidence and competence in
students, increasing engagement with education
systems.
 Assisted students of all skill levels in English as a
Second Language
 Integrated life experience into classroom to
create safe and positive learning environment.

English Language Trainer - Online , 04/2021 –


4/2022
8BELTS (Madrid , Spain)
 Created a positive learning atmosphere by
incorporating verbal discussions into the
classroom.
 Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to
changing student needs to increase classroom
participation.
 Devised unique lessons to fit individual needs in
skill building and full instruction on each subject.
 Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions in English ,
which helped improve test scores .

Corporate Training and Development


Executive,
01/1991 - 01/2020
The Smollan Group (Gauteng , South Africa)
 Conducted regular training needs analyses for
continuous process improvement.
 Monitored competitor and other external markets
for best practice training methods and
development.
 Managed and delivered Group induction training
programme to ensure new staff received a
seamless transition into The Smollan Group.
 Designed and delivered specialized training
programs for staff members, providing consistent
support and guidance.
 Managed training calendar for entire fiscal year,
including setting course plans, training spaces
and department rotations.
 Designed training modules implementing
strategic business practices and organizational
behavior training concepts.

In - Class Teacher, 01/1987 - 12/1990


Chloorkop Primary School (Gauteng , South
Africa)
 Inspired pupils by delivering engaging and
exciting lessons.
 Assessed, recorded, and reported on progress of
pupils.
 Utilized my friendly and patient personality to
encourage, engage and inspire pupils to achieve
their goals.
 Used children's literature to teach and reinforce
reading, writing, grammar, and phonics.
 Oversaw school trips to keep students safe and
help them learn about related topics.
 Maintained a safe, clean, and organized
classroom environment.
 Worked with a highly diverse student population
to attain exceptional student achievement.
 Attended in-service training and professional
development courses to stay on top of policy and
industry changes.
 Administered tests and assessed results to
evaluate student understanding of material.

EDUCATION

TEFL GA Level 5 420 Hour Advanced Diploma ,


Online ESL Tutor , 2021
i - to - i – London , United Kingdom
Exam preparation : IELTS , TOEIC , Cambridge ,
Business English & Teaching of other subjects

TEFL Advanced Level 5 260 Hour Certificate ,


Online ESL Tutor , 2020
i - to - i - London , United Kingdom
Practical lessons , Teaching & learning concept ,
Lesson planning & resources , teach vocabulary ,
grammar & pronunciation , four skills: reading ,
writing , listening & speaking , One on One & Online

Business Management Certification


Strategic Financial , Project & Marketing
Management, Business Administration , 2000
Wits Business School - Gauteng , South Africa

B.Ed. Degree , Education , 1990


University of Johannesburg ,Gauteng , South
Africa
Pedagogy , Psychology & Modern History of the world

Higher Education Diploma , 1987


University of Pretoria - Gauteng , South Africa
Pedagogy , Psychology , History , Geography ,
Physical Education , Math & Science
PERSONAL INFORMATION

 SACE Registered ( South African Council of


Educators)

o Reg Nr 12696833
 Native English speaker
 Divorced , No dependents.
 Clean & Updated Police record
 Received 2 C19 vaccines + booster shot ( Pfizer )
 Health : Excellent condition
 2023 Personal development plan :Trinity
CertTESOL– Level 5

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 Introduction Video : https://youtu.be/aeuyohbUAIE


 Let’s Speak English Video :
https://youtu.be/G9ggdGD6gow
 Study Methods Video :
https://youtu.be/ltRmdvIL2jY
 Skype Contact : arnogelderbloem
 Facebook:
https://mtouch.facebook.com/profile.php
 LinkedIn : Arno Gelderbloem | LinkedIn

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