What type of job are you looking for?
I am looking for a position as an Engish Teacher or Conversation coach. My experience includes 20 years in Tourism/Hospitality industry, where my responsibilities included teaching and training new staff and mentoring employees.
What nationality are you?
I am a Canadian born in England and hold an EU passport as well as that of Canada.
What languages do you speak (and at what level)?
I speak English, tourist Spanish and High School French. As I am now residing in Portugal I am learning Portugese.
What country or area are you looking to work in and why?
My job search is based in Portugal but other countries would also be considered.
What countries have you worked in?
Canada
What countries do you have a visa to work in?
Canada & European Union countries
What field do you currently work in?
Independant language coach
What fields have you worked in before?
Construction/Travel/Sales
What qualifications do you hold?
TEFL Certificate High School University (Incomplete Masters Degree)
Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why?
Both have a very valid place in any position. Life skills and training are considerably important in the work force. Formal education is indication and acknowledgement that one has both the ability, desire and tenacity to learn and adapt.
Describe the benefits of working with others
Working with others keeps ones mind open to learning new applications and approaches to one's job. Collegiality and sharing of knowledge builds a strong, confident and tightly knit work force.
Describe the benefits of working alone
Working alone allows for independant, creative thought - however, it also negates the opportunity for dialogue with colleagues. If the position does not require team support, working alone is great and allows one to manage time and direct tasks as one sees fit.
What was your worst working experience?
Working in a call centre where the focus of customer service was jeopardized.
What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career?
Take a deep breath, smile, give the best service and do the best job you can and honestly own up to errors of application and judgement. We are all human and, without intent, each of us makes misakes.
What unique skills do you have?
To this I would answer, 'me'! We are all unique as people. Skills are learned and I could answer - my ability to assess a problem and respond with creative solutions, in a timely and satisfactory manner. However, couldn't many other candidates?
What would you consider as your 'dream job'?
There are two, the first being teaching English to others and the second would be a customer service or training related position in the Tourism/Hospitality industry.
What are the most interesting aspects of your field?
Meeting people from many backgrounds and travelling
Wjat are the least interesting aspects of your field?
Accounting/Bookeeping are least interesting to me - as an extrovert my preference is to be involved with people.
How can potential employers contact you?
Please E mail me at Barraclough10@hotmail.com
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