Mike McRitchie
368 Bungi, Cho-Yang Apartments, 803
Jeondae-ri, Pogok-eub, Chuin-gu
Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Cellphone: 010 8691 5653; Home: 031 339 9053
Email: mikemcritchie@gmail.com

PROFILE
I am a motivated, diplomatic and conscientious graduate who thrives on the stimulating and challenging environment of an English classroom. CELTA-qualified and with 2 years experience in Korea within both public and private systems I have also gained experience working in a diverse range of projects in the UK and the USA.

EDUCATION
Basil Paterson College, Edinburgh (February 2009) CELTA certificate
University of Strathclyde (2007-2008): Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism Studies
University of Glasgow (1996-2000): BSc in Geography (Honours) Upper Second Class. 
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA (1998-1999): Junior Honours Exchange Programme
Dunblane High School (1990-1995): Higher Grades: English (A), Religious Studies (A), Maths (B), Physics (B). 

CURRENT POSITION
Pogok Middle School, Yongin-si (March 2009 – present)
As an English teacher to all grades, I independently teach and co-teach a range of abilities, preparing my own materials, worksheets, activities and games. Working with a keen awareness of different learning styles, I am also proficient in MS Power point and use it regularly in class. My contract will end in March 2010.

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Little Fox English Language Centre, Ganghwa-do, South Korea (August 2006 - August 2007)
I worked as an English teacher to Korean children between the ages of 5 and 14 at a private academy. I also taught an adult class two evenings a week. I prepared and delivered lessons based around a core curriculum adding interactive activities and games, liaised with Korean teachers and graded online audio recordings. 

Glasgow College of Nautical Studies Residence Halls (June 2003 - September 2003)
As an accommodation assistant I was responsible for the supervision of over 300 students and the overall smooth running of the halls in the absence of the duty manager.

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Tron Theatre, Glasgow (October 2007 – February 2009, part-time position)
I was employed as member of the front of house team, greeting customers, showing them to their seats before performances and dealing with any enquiries or requests. I also worked on the bar serving drinks to patrons.

Iron Mountain, Glasgow (September 2008 – November 2008, temporary position) As an administrator, I was involved with data management and scanning of customers financial details in preparation for storage.

Office Temp - Hays Recruitment and Personnel (November 2005 - August 2006)
I was employed in two positions during this time: for National Australia Group as part of Asset Finance, responding to calls from clients regarding settlements of accounts; I then worked for Mowlem Facilities Management in Cumbernauld where I staffed the helpdesk liaising with different parties to ensure the swift repair of company buildings.

Administrator - Edinburgh Building Services/City Council (June 2004- April 2005)
Working as part of the housing department, I was responsible for contractors’ carrying out repairs to council housing. I liaised with tenants, customer service advisors, contractors and council operatives.

Strathclyde Police (November 2002–March 2003, temporary contract) 
As a Citations Officer it was my responsibility to serve legal documents including complaints and witness citations across Glasgow. The post involved communicating effectively with people from all backgrounds and performing my duties with discretion. 

MacRobert ArtsCentre, University of Stirling (September 2003 - April 2004)
Café/bar assistant in this modern campus-based arts venue and filmhouse.

Cats Cradle live music club, Carrboro, North Carolina (January 2001 – December 2001)
As an intern, my duties were wide ranging and included promotions, hospitality, ticketing bartending and security. 

HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Music - I enjoy live shows – I play drums in a few bands and also play guitar. I’m passionate about mountain-biking, travel, good food and De Loreans.

REFERENCES (Professional)
Pyon, Myong-ju, 
English teacher
Pogok Middle School
547-12 Jeondae-ri
Chuin-gu, Yongin-si
Gyeonggi-do
Telephone: 031 334 6222, cellphone: 010 6302 3800

Lee, Yong Sang
Little Fox English Language Academy
Gwancheon-ri, 380
Ganghwa-eup
Incheon-kwangyuk-si
Tel: 032 933 9567, cellphone: 010 3314 1698

REFERENCE (Personal)
Dr Vanessa Impey
13 Lonsdale Road
London SW19 9ED
Tel: 44 208 748 9469