Lucas Swain

I began teaching in two SEN schools in Bristol alongside tutoring students privately and working for Bristol Creative Youth Network as a youth worker. My tutoring experience includes supporting English Literature and Language and Humanities students at GCSE and A Level. Some of my students had clear gaps in their understanding of the content and struggled with essay writing and exam techniques. Through comprehensive and achievable learning plans, I was able to help students hone their essay-writing skills while developing their confidence and deepening their knowledge of the subject. It was enriching to see them go on to achieve their desired grades which enabled them to continue on to further study in their chosen fields. I have since moved to Spain to be an EFL teacher in a secondary school (Rambla De Nogalte, Murcia) and an Escuela Oficial de Idiomas (EOI). Throughout this time I was planning and delivering English lessons to students ranging from A2-C1. Last summer (2024), I returned home at the end of term and worked as an English teacher for Embassy Summer School in Oxford. This entailed delivering intensive English Language courses to international students. This experience enhanced my ability to teach dynamically and respond to the challenges of teaching a diverse range of students while maintaining a cohesive learning environment. Alongside tutoring, I continue to work in schools in Spain during my 2nd placement year through the British Council in Galicia, Spain.

Beyond classroom experience, my academic background in English and Writing, complemented by my Level 5 TEFL certification, has equipped me with the necessary tools to create effective lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles. Additionally, my professional experiences have imbued in me the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and innovative problem-solving—qualities which I bring to every teaching opportunity.