Thomas Hansen
English, STEM & IELTS Teacher
Hanoi, Vietnam
Professional Profile
Dedicated and adaptable educator with over 4 years of teaching experience across ESL, academic English, STEM, and IELTS preparation in Vietnam. Experienced teaching secondary and high school students in both language center and school environments, with a strong focus on student engagement, confidence-building, and interactive learning.
Holds a B.Sc. in Ecology and Evolution from the University of Cape Town, a Level 5 TEFL certificate, and is currently completing a PGCE through Liverpool John Moores University. Combines strong subject knowledge with modern teaching approaches, including the effective use of AI and digital tools in education.
Known for creating positive classroom environments, designing engaging lessons, and helping students improve both academically and personally. Particularly interested in English, Biology, Science, Mathematics, STEM, and IELTS teaching opportunities at international and bilingual schools.
Education
University of Cape Town
B.Sc. Ecology and Evolution (2018–2022)
The TEFL Academy (UK)
Level 5 TEFL Certificate (2022)
Liverpool John Moores University
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) – Expected 2026
Teaching Experience
Edison School An Khanh – Hanoi
Full-Time English Teacher (Secondary School)
2024 – Present
Teach academic English and ESL classes for secondary students
Design assessments and classroom activities for mixed-level learners
Create engaging, student-centered lessons with strong speaking interaction
Participate in school events, open days, and extracurricular activities
Reliable English School (RES) – Hanoi
ESL & IELTS Teacher
2022 – Present
Teach ESL and IELTS preparation classes to a range of age groups
Support students in improving speaking, writing, and exam performance
Mentor students academically and personally in a supportive environment
Language Link – Hanoi
Full-Time ESL Teacher (Secondary School)
2023 – 2024
Delivered interactive ESL lessons for secondary students
Conducted progress assessments and end-of-course evaluations
Built positive classroom dynamics and encouraged active participation
Washington English Centre – Hanoi
Full-Time ESL Teacher (High School)
2022 – 2023
Taught large ESL classes using engaging and communicative methods
Assessed student progress for over 1000 students per semester
Private STEM Tutor
2018 – 2022
Tutored Mathematics and Science to students of varying ages
Developed personalized lessons to improve academic performance
Skills
ESL & Academic English Teaching
IELTS Preparation & Evaluation
STEM & Science Education
Classroom & Behaviour Management
Lesson Planning & Curriculum Support
AI Tools in Education (ChatGPT, Claude, Canva, MagicSchool)
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Languages
English — Native
Afrikaans — Fluent
French — Conversational
References
Available upon request.
