Sport and exercise
Aaron Baxter
Experienced Teacher
Shanghai
Summary
Highly-qualified Senior Teacher focused on improving classroom instruction, discipline and course material. Collaborates with students, administrators and faculty to deliver engaging curriculum. Offering 7+ years of education experience ranging from kindergarten to IELTS and adult teaching. I am passionate about all aspects of education and thrive in a range of environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Teacher
Athena Academic English - Elite K12
06.2021 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, leading to increased involvement in their child''s education.
- Actively engaged in ongoing curriculum development efforts to ensure alignment with state standards and relevance for all learners.
- Fostered a classroom environment that encouraged open communication, respect for diversity, and personal responsibility among students.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connected subject areas and promoted critical thinking skills.
- Designed inquiry-based lessons that challenged students'' critical thinking skills while addressing various learning styles.
- Consistently provided timely feedback on student progress through assessments, conferences, and written evaluations.
Lead Development Football Coach
Tranmere Rovers - Little London Football Club
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Encouraged sportsmanship and teamwork among players both on the field and during off-field activities.
- Developed young athletes at the foundation, participation and competition phases of amateur and academy football.
- Collaborated with fellow coaches to exchange ideas, improve practice routines, and share resources.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication, goal setting, and motivational strategies.
- Played a key role in the publishing of literature for the board of education in Inner Mongolia on coach education, pedagogy and methodology.
- Developed cross cultural communication workshops to prepare students and athletes for life abroad.
Voluntary- IELTS Speaking Exam Tutor
Hongde College (Little London English Subsidiary)
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Rapidly increases test scores to enable students to study abroad.
Adult English Corner Host
Little London English
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Provided, facilitated and developed a curriculum of workshops for staff within the company to practice and develop language acquisition.
- Facilitated cross-cultural integration in a diverse workforce for the enrichment of company culture and team efficacy that lead to increases of volitional motivation, goal, and task orientated behaviors.
English Training Centre Teacher - Ages 5-15
Little London English
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Science And Coaching
University of Chester
Chester, England 04.2001 -
Skills
Lesson planning
Student motivation
Student-parent-teacher communication
Educational leadership
Classroom management
Psychology of young learners and athletes
Counseling
Faculty collaboration
Differentiated instruction
Interests
Amateur ceramicist
Travel and culture
Additional Information
Wechat: AaronBaxter123
Timeline
Senior Teacher
Athena Academic English - Elite K12
06.2021 - Current
Voluntary- IELTS Speaking Exam Tutor
Hongde College (Little London English Subsidiary)
04.2020 - 06.2021
Adult English Corner Host
Little London English
04.2019 - 06.2021
English Training Centre Teacher - Ages 5-15
Little London English
04.2019 - 06.2021
Lead Development Football Coach
Tranmere Rovers - Little London Football Club
04.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports Science And Coaching
University of Chester
04.2001 -