teaching languages in GibraltarWhat type of job are you looking for? teaching job, languages Spanish, English (both native level) and French (intermediate level) What nationality are you? Spanish What languages do you speak (and at what level)? Spanish and English (native/bilingual) French(intermediate) What country or area are you looking to work in and why? Gibraltar. I want to continue developing my career here as the System of Education is the same as in the UK where I have worked as a qualified teacher for 10 years. What countries have you worked in? The UK and Spain What countries do you have a visa to work in? Countries belonging to the European Union What field do you currently work in? Teaching languages What fields have you worked in before? Teaching and translation What qualifications do you hold? BA Hons in English Language Master in Contemporary HIspanic Studies PGCE in Languages (Spanish with French Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? For me formal educationa and skills are equally important since we need education to help us acquire certain skills. Describe the benefits of working with others I like being part of a team to learn from people and share experiences and expertise. I am a good listener and I also like making my own contributions when the occasion demands. Describe the benefits of working alone You are in control of your workload and have more time to think and develop new ideas and work at your own pace. What was your worst working experience? I don't have a bad work experience however if I am asked where I prefer to work in the UK or Spain my answer is the UK or countries that follow the Bristish Education System as I think it has more to offer to both students and teachers. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Knowing people and situations better before jumping into rushed conclusions What unique skills do you have? I am patient, ambitious, loyal and can work well under pressure What would you consider as your 'dream job'? Have a leadership role in a school, e.g Head of Departmene, Deputy Head, etc. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? The ability to teach languages so important in the multicultural world we are living in nowadays as well as their sociocultural aspects. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? The paper work that comes to the job and has nothing to do with teaching. Why did you become a teacher? I find this job very rewarding and from which I learn something new everyday. In addition it is very encouraging to see how students learn things thanks to you, you are the person who is teaching them what they know. That is the best feeling I have ever had How can potential employers contact you? Email: mlas2@hotmail.com | 
