SWARNADIPTA SSOM, SENIOR ENGLISH TEACHER

SWARNADIPTA SSOM

SENIOR ENGLISH TEACHER

BRITISH INSTITUTE

Location
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Education
Diploma, ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
Experience
20 years, 10 Months

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Total years of experience :20 years, 10 Months

SENIOR ENGLISH TEACHER at BRITISH INSTITUTE
  • India - Kolkata
  • My current job since January 2011

Designing and Structuring English, Business & Soft Skills Training Programs. Handling Corporate Programs; Planning, Scheduling, Facilitating Training, Logistics, etc. Conducting (TNA) Training Needs Assessment, Evaluating Trainees; Pre-Course and Post-Course Tests/ Assessments. Designing and Preparing Course Material, Handouts and PowerPoint Presentations. Conducting/ Facilitating Training Workshops.

Duties & Responsibilities:-
Organizing and developing various courses, marking and testing. Exam preparation for Certificate and Diploma level. Teaching all levels of English including ESP. Teaching various general English Topics, Technical Writing and Foundation Courses. Teach English Bridge courses, TOEFL courses and the Foundation level.
In the process of establishing an English department within a local language school. Liaising with government departments, schools, corporations and other client groups. Selecting learning material and preparing students for examinations.
Assisting with promotional events and advertising.
Give private lessons to all age groups at various entry levels. Also work with corporate clients such as GMG Airlines. Teach General English to young learners, Business English, IELTS, and TEOFL in language institution and other educational organizations.
Giving General & Customizes English classes in different
Programs & projects. Designing assessment programs.
Managing score-sheets. Developing lesson plans.
Introducing show elements and relay information to
Program viewers.
Preparing, administering and grading test, projects
assignment to evaluate and document student’s
progress and results, parents, internal staff and external
moderators. Discuss individual progress and problems with students and parents and seeks advice from student counselors or senior teachers. Maintaining discipline in classrooms Participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops

SENIOR ENGLISH FACULTY at PIVOTAL SCHOOL OF COMPUTER EDUCATION. GOVERNMENT OF INDIA. (MINISTRY OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT)
  • India - Kolkata
  • January 2008 to December 2010

Creating a classroom atmosphere which is comfortable and at the same time stimulating, thereby helping students to grasp grammar and furthering their knowledge of language & literature.

Duties & Responsibilities:-


Taught English Language and Literature to student from age group 16 to 60. Devised engaging and interactive lessons with special attention to overseas learners. Working with and supervising individuals and groups of children under examination conditions. Routinely documented student progress and giving feedback to students and school staff. Constantly maintained classroom management, using appropriate disciplinary measures. Worked collegially and collaboratively with other foreign and Indian teachers as part of a team. Helping pupils who are underperforming in their subjects on a one to one basis outside the classroom. Implementing strategies and supporting pupils in self esteem and confidence building activities. Assisting with the preparation of the learning environment.
Maintaining pupil records and carrying out administrative tasks. Supporting children who have special needs or those who speak English as a Second Language (ESL). Planning, implementing and evaluating conversational and written English lessons to speakers of other languages. Drawing up agreed action plans with pupils, outlining aims of the syllabus. Providing specific support to pupils, inclusive of individual learning needs, enabling access to learning, assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques.
Promoting young people’s self esteem and independence.

ENGLISH TEACHER at NATIONAL ENGLISH HIGH SCHOOL
  • India - Kolkata
  • June 2003 to December 2007

Teaching students how to read, write and speak English in a large and successful comprehensive. Providing a classroom presence and contributing to the positive ethos of the school. Putting students first by demonstrating energy, vision and creativity.

Duties & Responsibilities:-


Teaching English Language & Literature from Standard 6 to Standard 10. Helping pupils to define and identify different types of verbs. Tailoring English teaching methods to suit the needs of individual students. Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of English classes. Conducting up to Six classes in one day. Recording and monitoring a student’s attendance. Marking work and giving appropriate feedback to pupils. Devising and writing new curriculum materials. Preparing pupils for external examinations, such as GCSE and A-level. Managing pupils’ behaviour in the classroom and on school premises. Administrating examinations. Preparing coursework for students and the class. Helping with the assessment of pupil’s progress. Motivating and stimulating the children’s learning abilities, often using play activities. Interacting with and supporting children, providing them with a secure environment to learn. Devising and producing visual aids and teaching resources. Assisting with the development of children’s personal/social and language abilities. Supporting the development of children’s basic skills, including physical coordination, speech and communication. Encouraging children’s mathematical and creative development through stories, songs, games, drawing and imaginative play. Working with others to plan and coordinate work. Keeping up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practice.

Education

Diploma, ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
  • at AMERICAN TESOL INSTITUTE
  • June 2012

ESL/TEFL/TESOL CERTIFICATION June 2012 American TESOL Institute, Kolkata, INDIA.  100 hours of training with 20 hours of student teaching. TRAINING COURSES:-  Adult Basic Education Course.  English as a Second Language.  The use of phonetics in the speaking and spelling of English.  Attended many different training courses and seminars for different organizations and institutions over the years.  Imparting confidence & positive approach.  Accent Training for BPO employee.

Master's degree, ENGLISH
  • at Rabindra Bhartiya International University
  • December 2005

Rabindra Bhartiya University, West Bengal, INDIA. Endorsements:- • High School • Indian Arts & Culture • Social Science • National Debate

Bachelor's degree, ENGLISH
  • at Scottish Church College
  • January 2003

B.A. IN ENGLISH 2003 Scottish Church College. Endorsements:-  Middle School  Language Arts  Social Science  Stage Drama / Show

Specialties & Skills

Intranet
Middle Management
Faculty Development
Teamwork
Pivotal
ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
DRAWING
INTRANET
MS OFFICE
PHOTOSHOP
PROGRESS

Languages

Bengali
Expert
Hindi
Expert
English
Expert

Memberships

BRITISH INSTITUTE
  • CO-ORDINATOR
  • October 2011

Training and Certifications

ESL CERTIFICTAE (Certificate)
Date Attended:
May 2012
Valid Until:
June 2012