Marta Sobieraj

As an experienced ESOL Tutor, I specialise in planning and delivering engaging English lessons that cater to diverse student needs, helping learners achieve their language goals. With a strong focus on student progress, I assess performance, provide constructive feedback, and guide learners through exam preparation. In addition to my teaching role, I serve as a Team Leader, where I create and manage Schemes of Work for ESOL English and Maths and oversee projects to enhance the performance of fellow educators. As a Curriculum Lead, I ensure that all educational materials and teaching strategies align with the latest standards and best practices, fostering a collaborative environment for continuous improvement. My commitment to both student success and team development drives me to consistently deliver high-quality education.

ESOL Tutor

Nottingham College, Nottingham, United Kingdom 

Jan 2022 - Present 

As an ESOL Tutor at Nottingham College, I successfully plan and deliver ESOL classes, evaluate student work, and lead learners to English exams. Additionally, as a Team Leader I create the Scheme of Work for teaching ESOL Maths and manage projects to enhance teachers' performance. 

• Achieved high success rates in leading learners to English exams
• Developed strong project management skills
• Enhanced teachers' work through effective project management

Teacher of Polish Language

Polish Language and Cultural Centre, Nottingham  

Sep 2014 - Jul 2024 

As a Teacher of Polish Language at the Polish Language and Cultural Centre, I successfully taught students the Polish language, evaluated their work, and prepared them for the A-level exam. Additionally, I led subject teams to enhance the school's development plan and improve student outcomes. 

• Developed strong communication and leadership skills
• Achieved high student success rates in A-level exams

ESOL Tutor

Anglo Skills College, Nottingham

In my role as an ESOL Tutor at Anglo Skills College, I planned and delivered dynamic ESOL classes, evaluated student progress, and guided learners towards success in English exams. 

• Developed strong communication and teaching skills
• Helped students achieve language learning goals
• Enhanced student engagement through interactive teaching methods

English Second Language Instructor

Self-employed May 2020 - Jan 2022 

In my role as an English Second Language Instructor, I conducted tailored online classes via Zoom, utilizing interactive tools to engage students and enhance their language skills.

• Personalized lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
• Evaluated student work to track progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Utilized online tools to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences.

Teaching Assistant

Glenbrook Primary School, Nottingham 

Jan 2016 - Aug 2021

In my role as a Teaching Assistant at Glenbrook Primary School in Nottingham, England, I provided crucial support to teachers, covering their duties during absences and offering interventions for low ability pupils. I also facilitated communication between staff, governments, and parents of Polish children, ensuring a smooth exchange of information and support for all stakeholders.

Interpreter

Pearl Linguistics Ltd, United Kingdom 

Self-employed May 2015 - Aug 2015 

As an Interpreter at Pearl Linguistics Ltd, I bridged language barriers between healthcare providers and patients in Nottingham and Derby county, facilitating seamless communication and providing crucial support during difficult situations. 

• Translated essential documents to ensure clear understanding.
• Offered empathetic assistance to patients, social workers, and carers.

Teacher of Polish Language and Literature Teacher of Polish Language and Literature 

Stanislaw Staszic High, Technical and Vocational School Complex , Poland

Sep 2008 - Aug 2013

• Led students to the equivalent of British A-Level exams in Polish Literature.
• Managed various projects supporting college development.
• Conducted A-level exams in Polish language proficiency.

Level 2 Certificate , Principles of Team Leading 

Nottingham College 

Sep 2024 - Jan 2025

A Principles of Team Leading course taught me the knowledge and skills needed to lead a team in a business environment. The course covered topics such as: 
Communication: How to communicate work-related information effectively 
Team building: How to establish the team and develop working relationships with colleagues 
Conflict management: How to manage performance and conflict in the workplace 
Business understanding: How to understand the business and relevant legislation 
Health and safety: How to understand health and safety procedures in the workplace 
Presentation skills: How to develop and deliver a presentation.

Teaching English Online

Cambridge Assessment English

2020 - 2020

Exploring the tools and teaching skills needed to develop learner's language skills in both one-to-one and group online lessons. 

CELTA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 

Nottingham Language Academy

January 2020 - June 2020

Teaching Assistant Level 2, KS1 & KS2

Glenbrook Primary School, Nottingham 

2017 - 2018

Master's degree Faculty of Humanistic and Pedagogical Sciences

Uniwersytet Warmińsko-Mazurski w Olsztynie, Poland

2002-2007