Iona is a Sensational Aspiring MFL Teacher, a Spanish & French Specialist, who is Looking for an Academic Mentor or TA Role Sought ASAP
Iona is a confident and charismatic languages graduate with a deep-rooted passion for intercultural learning and education. With a Distinction in her Master’s in Intercultural Communication and International Business and a BA in Modern Languages and Cultures from Durham, she is now seeking an immediate role as an MFL Academic Mentor or Teaching Assistant ahead of starting a school-based teacher training programme (SCITT) in September.
Iona brings strong communication skills, academic excellence, and an infectious enthusiasm for languages that will add real value to any school community.
Education & Qualifications
- MA Intercultural Communication and International Business: University of Exeter - Distinction
- BA Modern Languages and Cultures with Year Abroad: Durham University - Upper Second Class
- A Levels: Spanish (A*), French (A), Latin (A), Ancient Greek (A)
- GCSEs: 12 including French (A*), Spanish (A*), Latin (9), English Literature (9), English Language (A), Science (A*, A*)
Experience Summary
Iona’s academic background is underpinned by practical mentoring experience, cultural fluency, and a strong ability to support and inspire students across diverse contexts.
- Mentored disadvantaged GCSE French students, using tailored strategies to boost engagement and raising one student’s grade by two levels.
- Volunteered with a local charity supporting people in health emergencies, building resilience and empathy.
- Represented her Spanish cohort at university, driving student engagement and advocating for curriculum improvements.
- Completed business and translation internships across several years, enhancing communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder collaboration.
- Delivered data-led performance reports during a commercial placement at Ocado, showing adaptability and confidence in professional environments.
Key Strengths
- Fluent in Spanish and French with strong intercultural awareness
- Proven mentoring and academic support experience
- Confident, adaptable, and able to quickly build trust with students
- Skilled in lesson planning, de-escalation strategies, and safeguarding awareness
- Enthusiastic advocate for inclusive and engaging language learning