Thomas Ellender
Experienced ESL Teacher
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Aug 2025 — Present
Public School English Teacher, ILA Public School Programme
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
* Delivered structured English lessons to classes of 50–60 students while maintaining strong discipline and engagement in mixed-ability environments.
* Adapted curriculum and teaching methods to diverse proficiency levels, improving participation and learning outcomes.
* Collaborated closely with co-teachers to align lessons with national curriculum requirements.
* Designed and implemented assessments to monitor progress and support measurable student improvement.
Jul 2024 — Jul 2025
English Language Teacher, Neurolink English Academy
Taichung, Taiwan
* Taught English, science, and literature through interactive phonics and storytelling methods.
* Conducted regular assessments and progress tracking to refine instructional strategies.
* Organised educational activities and field trips to enhance student motivation and engagement.
Sep 2023 — Jul 2024
English Language Teacher, Wuchang Experimental Primary School
Wuhan, China
* Led large classes using communicative teaching methods while maintaining a positive classroom environment.
* Designed oral and written assessments to accurately measure student progress.
Dec 2021 — Jun 2023
English Homeroom Teacher, Muffy’s International Kindergarten
Wuhan, China
* Delivered immersive English instruction to children aged 2–4 through phonics and play-based learning.
* Maintained detailed student portfolios and supported school events to strengthen home-school communication.
Dec 2019 — Dec 2021
English Instructor (IELTS & Business English), Meten English
Wuhan, China
* Delivered targeted IELTS and Business English training tailored to academic and professional goals.
* Improved students’ fluency, confidence, and exam readiness through personalised instruction.
Jan 2006 — Dec 2019
English Teacher & Curriculum Developer, Various Institutions
China, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore
* Delivered ESL instruction across multiple countries, age groups, and institutional settings.
* Developed and adapted curriculum materials for diverse cultural and educational environments.
* Built strong cross-cultural communication skills while managing classrooms of varying sizes and proficiency levels.
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EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
* BA (Hons) Media Studies, University of Westminster, UK
* Trinity CertTESOL, London, UK
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven ESL Teacher with 20+ years of international experience across Asia. Proven expertise managing large classes of 50–60 students while delivering engaging, structured lessons that improve student performance, discipline, and language proficiency. Experienced in public schools, language academies, early years education, IELTS preparation, and Business English. Adaptable, culturally aware, and immediately available for teaching positions in Saudi Arabia.
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STRENGTHS
* Strong classroom control in large groups.
* Reliable, adaptable, and resilient under pressure.
* Extensive multicultural teaching experience across Asia.
* Engaging, student-focused teaching style.
* Excellent collaborative and planning.
