Abbie is a Fantastic Aspiring English Teacher | Teach First Trainee 2026, ready to Start
A naturally charismatic and academically outstanding future English teacher, Abbie brings a unique blend of subject passion, tutoring expertise, and linguistic flair to her search for a TA or Academic Mentor role. With a First-Class degree in Korean Language from SOAS and a confirmed place on the Teach First English programme for 2026, she is now keen to deepen her classroom experience in a secondary setting.
Abbie is particularly adept at supporting students whose first language isn’t English and is committed to creating engaging, inclusive environments that spark curiosity and build confidence.
Education & Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Korean Language: SOAS University of London - First Class
- A Levels: English Language (A*), Classical Civilisation (A), History (A)
- GCSEs: 10 Graded 9-7 including English Language (9), English Literature (9), Maths (7)
Experience Summary
Abbie is a motivated, high-achieving graduate who combines academic excellence with a proven track record in English tutoring and multilingual communication. She is particularly passionate about helping young people grow in confidence through language and literature.
- Delivered English Language and Literature tutoring up to A Level, including for students with EAL backgrounds, through MyTutor and voluntary roles.
- Designed and adapted lesson materials across group and one-to-one formats, ensuring alignment with exam board requirements and student needs.
- Tutored GCSE students from Chinese, Korean, and Japanese backgrounds in English Literature and Language as part of a volunteer outreach project.
- Gained valuable professional communication and teamworking skills through hospitality roles, working under pressure while maintaining a positive, approachable demeanour.
Key Strengths
- Strong subject expertise in English Language and Literature, from KS3 to A Level
- Experienced in supporting EAL learners with adaptable, inclusive teaching approaches
- Naturally confident communicator who quickly builds rapport with students and staff
- Committed to educational equity and excited to inspire curiosity through language
- Multilingual (English, Korean, Mandarin) with a keen interest in cultural and historical perspectives in education