Academic Qualifications

2009 Level 2 TESOL with MERIT + Business English (Global English) (ACTDEC - ISO 9000)
2009 ONE to ONE Teaching course with Distinction (Global English) (ACTDEC –ISO 9000)
2009 TEFL (i-to-i) (ODLQC)
1983 UK Teacher’s Certificate : Reference No: 82/619031 (CNNA,UK)
1983 Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and Science (Keele University, UK)
1988 Diploma in Computers in Education (University of Nottingham, UK)
1983-1986 BA/B.Sc Open Degree – M101, AM289, EM235, E323 & M252 - 180/360 credits (Open University)
1979 HNC Civil Engineering (University of Nottingham, UK)
1977ONC Engineering – Derby College, UK (Dept of Education & Science)
1996-2009 MCT, MCSE, MODL, MCP, MCITP~EA (Microsoft)

Why I Want to Work in Bangkok, Thailand

Out of the many countries I have travelled, Thailand and its people, is my favorite. Manners, respect, courtesy and a pride in the country is something I admire and feel at home with. I admire the hard work ethic, which is similar to my own and the positive and optimistic nature that Thai people have. I am open minded, flexible and curious person, which I believe are the qualities needed to teach Business English.

Teaching Philosophy

I very much want to teach conversational English in a natural and communicative way. My 12 years as a highly qualified Teacher/Trainer/Consultant with a strong business focus, has given me a great amount of experience teaching Business English techniques.

Resume

Name : Dave Burridge

A highly qualified and experienced Teacher/Trainer/Consultant with a strong business focus. Ideally suited to Business English training. Has long term related expertise in the IT, Sales, Management, Office Skills and Finance. Popular and well received Teacher to children and young adults both in schools and in the work place. Highly motivated with excellent communication skills. Believes in making the delivery enjoyable, relevant and interesting. Background in writing and delivering training systems, both in the educational and commercial sectors. Greatly enjoys working and helping students to achieve their full potential.

Address: Formely-16 Ballakermeen Drive, Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom IM1 4HN
(living in Bangkok from August 28th)


Mobile: 0879711253
Email: dave4133@hotmail.com
Marital status : Single
Country of citizenship England
Native language: English


QUALIFICATIONS:
2009 Level 2 TESOL with MERIT + Business English (Global English) (ACTDEC-ISO 9000)
2009 One to One Course ( Global English)
2009 TEFL i-toi (ODLQC)
1983 UK Teacher’s Certificate : Reference No: 82/619031 (CNNA)
1983 Bacherlor of Education in Mathematics and Science (Keele University,UK)
1988 Diploma in Computers in Education (University of Nottingham, UK)
1983-1986 BA/Bsc Open Degree – M101, AM289, EM235, E323 & M252 - 180/360 credits (Open University)
1979 HNC Civil Engineering (University of Nottingham, UK)
1977ONC Engineering – Derby College, UK (Dept of Education & Science)
1996-2009 MCT, MCSE, MODL, MCP, MCITP~EA (Microsoft)

EXPERIENCE
Freelance Soft-skills Trainer /Presenter PITMAN Training - TrainerHas provided high level IT/Business consultation
PRINCE2 Practitioner (Trainer)Technical Author
CITY & GUILDS examiner, designing IT and Finance courses
NVQ/GNVQ curriculum writer College Lecturer delivering HNC/HND in IT/Business Studies
Head of IT & Business Studies & Teacher Trainer
Taught for 12 years in four Schools in England (English, Maths, IT, Business Studies and Science)

I have taught top level managers at USAF Germany, Microsoft, DELL, Honda, Halliburtons and Pfizer. I am able to teach One to One and large classes, with the ability to work under pressure and to dead-lines. As a Microsoft Trainer, I can offer excellent MS-Office skills, video conferencing and online Internet teaching (MODL). I can also offer course design skills and the ability to put together a 'bespoke' or special need's course very quickly. I have been an Examiner for UK examination boards and designed exam materials for City & Guilds. I have taught mixed nationalities and especially enjoy working with far eastern Asian students.

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TEACHING/LECTURING
2007 – 2008 Acting HEAD OF BUSINESS STUDIES (6th Form) Isle Of Man, UK,

2005-2009 Part Time LECTURER in IT, Isle of Man College, UK

2002 – 2003 ENGLISH/BUSINESS STUDIES SUPPORT LIASON OFFICER, Int. Hotel School, Isle of Man, BTEC/HND in Hotel Management

1995-1996 LECTURER in Business Studies and Computing, Gramthan College of Education , UK

1983 – 1995 TEACHER for Derbyshire Education Authority - Age range (11-18) -Positions and Responsibilities : Scale D Teacher, Senior IT Coordinator, Head of Computing Studies, Network Manager, Teacher Trainer, Technology Coordinator for National Curriculum -
Subjects taught: GCE A-Level Pure/Applied Mathematics, GCSE Mathematics, GCSE Science, GCSE, Computer Studies GCSE Information Technology, Lower School IT and English Support throughout the School.

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INDUSTRY TRAINING
1996-2009 SOFT SKILLS TRAINER
Have developed and taught a good range of One Day Soft-skills courses for many organizations (including PITMAN) in the UK:

· Administration skills
· Assertiveness
· Customer care
· Effective Communication
· Effective Meetings
· Finance
· Helpdesk Support (ITIL)
· Interviewing Skills
· Leadership skills
· Negotiating skills
· Secretarial and Office Skills
· Selling: Closing a Deal
· Time Management
· Telephone Skills
· Writing Business Letter

1996 – 2009 IT MICROSOFT SENIOR TRAINER MCT, MCP, MCSE, MODL, MCITP (EA)
Freelance & Permanent IT Trainer – wide range Windows Microsoft 5-day courses, delivered on site or at Training Company
Microsoft Official Curriculum courses ;NT3.51, NT4, W2000, W2003, W2008, XP, VISTA, SQL, EXCHANGE, SPS, IIS, TCP/IP. Also 2 years as Microsoft Official Distance Learning – using the Internet to teach On-Line Interactive Microsoft courses, world wide

2003 – 2009 PRINCE2. (Project Management Training)
Soon to obtain PRINCE2 Accredited Trainer status– 28th Aug 2009, have prepared and ready a large collection of resource materials for the purpose of teaching my own PRINCE2 Practitioner and Foundation course
Registered Practitioner status – 25th April 2008

1995 – Manager of an Executive Job Club (Unpaid)
Initially as a member, but was voted Manager. Duties: Administration, Chairing Meetings, Role-play scenarios, Liaison with Recruitment Agencies and Companies

1995 American Express Salesman - Financial Planner – Pensions, Securities, Bonds, Insurance, Mortgages, Tax.

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TRAVEL
Has travelled extensively to America and Russia and worked throughout Europe, I enjoy meeting people from different cultures.

HOBBIES
Keen Photographer due to being a Photographer in the RAF after leaving school.
Tai Chi (24 Form Yang Style)
Acrylics painting
International films especially Asian.

REFEREES

Reference 1 ~ Mr P. Teare, Deputy Head teacher, Castle Rushen High School, Arbory Road, Castletown, Isle Of Man, IM9 1RE. United Kingdom +44 1624 826500

Reference 2 ~ Anne Quayle, Manager, Pitman Training Centre, 1st Floor, City Centre House, 18-20 Nelson St, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 2AL. +44 1624 627070

Reference 3 ~ Dr. Michael Ulyatt, Programme Manager, Isle of Man College, Homefield Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom. +44 1624 648200

Reference 4 ~ Andy Gray, Director, CITs, Friarsfield, 35 Ballanard Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, United Kingdom. + 441624 628103