Zeigfried Dima-ala

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada Instructor. Centre for Canadian Benchmarks certified PBLA teacher. Expert in preparing PBLA-aligned assessments. University of Cambridge certified teacher of ESOL. Has 18 years of experience in teaching English to Speakers of other Languages. Ability to prepare and deliver dynamic, interactive, student-centred and fun ESL lessons. Flexible, adaptable and a team player, but can work very well independently.

LINC INSTRUCTOR - New Directions English Language School - Stage 1

(2021-01)

• Develops PBLA-aligned assessments, incorporating relevant settlement topics to enhance language skills and integration.
• Prepares lessons that focus on practical, real-world scenarios to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing while providing essential knowledge of Canadian culture and systems.
• Creates a supportive and engaging learning environment that fosters cultural understanding and social participation.

LINC INSTRUCTOR - New Directions English Language School - Open Learning Centre – An IRCC-SDI-funded program

(2019-01 - 2021-12)

• Taught CLB Level 1 to 4 students in one classroom setting, targeting their weakest language skills and providing focused instruction to balance their overall proficiency.
• Designed and delivered customized lessons tailored to each student's specific language skill needs, ensuring flexibility based on their attendance. Each lesson was uniquely structured to address the student's most pressing language challenges.

Technology Support Specialist - New Directions English Language School

(2022-01)

• Maintains New Directions' website and social media presence
• Supports staff with IT-related tasks
• Performs routine software updates for school computers and interactive panels
• Conducting training sessions on interactive panel technology and web-conferencing applications (e.g. Google Meet)

ESL TEACHER - Language Link Academic - Hanoi, Vietnam

(2015-01 - 2018-12)

• Taught ESL to YLE Starters and YLE Movers at Language Link Public Centres every June to July of each year starting from 2016 to 2018.
• Taught ESL to pupils from Grade 1 to 5 of three state schools in Hanoi.
• Designed and prepared highly engaging lessons, worksheets and activities perfectly suitable to students of different levels.

UNIVERSITY TEACHER of EFL - Linyi University - Linyi City, Shandong Province, China

(2007-01 - 2013-12)

• Taught Oral English to university students in different educational fields.
• Designed dynamic English-speaking activities suitable for each class's educational field.

Bachelor of Science in Commerce - World Education Services (2021-01 - 2021-12)

Bachelor of Science in Commerce - Major in Marketing/Management - University of St. La Salle (2012-01 - 2012-12)