Sławomir Urbański
Warsaw
Summary
Highly passionate language professional with over 20 years of experience in English language support. Specializes in teaching, coaching, tutoring, translating, and proofreading. Expertise in in-company English instruction, exam preparation (including Matura, CAE, IELTS), and editing/translating business documentation. Proven proficiency in English for Special Purposes (taxes & accounting, NATO, EU & diplomacy, construction, IT, Academic English, Medical English). Experienced in guiding students with special educational needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher of English
Classical School – Adamed Smart-Up Competition scholars
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared students for Extended Matura, CAE, IELTS exams.
- Improved English proficiency through immersive language activities and real-life conversation practice.
English Teacher
On-Site Lincoln Szkoła Języków Obcych
10.2021 - Current
- Conducted General & Business English courses (B1-C1)
- Prepared students for FCE, Extended Matura & CAE exams
- Conducted and assessed oral & written FCE/CAE/CPE mock exams
English Teacher
Online Languaged Sp. z o.o.
10.2021 - Current
- Provide GE and BE language instruction (A1+ to C1+)
- Participated in IELTS Conference in Poznań 2022
- Utilize various online tools and platforms for teaching.
Translator/Proofreader/Transcriber/Annotator
Oneforma Freelancing Platform
10.2021 - Current
- Worked on linguistic projects in English, Polish & German.
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
English Teacher/English Confidence Coach
Twój Start-Up
09.2021 - Current
- Conduct in-company & private English instruction
- Tutor students with SEN (dyslexia, ADHD, Asperger's).
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
ESL/Business English Teacher
Manhattan English Academy
07.2014 - 02.2024
- Taught ESL, exam preparation, and Business English classes.
- Managed classroom effectively, ensuring a safe and focused learning environment for all students.
IELTS/EFL/ESL/TOEFL/IGCSE Tutor
Akademeia Tutorial College
03.2015 - 06.2023
- Prepare professionals and students for various exams.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
Owner, Teacher, Translator & Proofreader
Centrum Edukacyjne York
01.2008 - 01.2021
- Managed an educational center providing language services.
ESP/Business English Teacher
PLC
- 05.2020
- Specialized in English for Special Purposes (taxes & accounting).
In-company & EFL Teacher
Warsaw Study Centre
01.1998 - 01.2017
- Delivered in-company and EFL instruction.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing expertise and providing guidance on effective EFL instruction strategies.
Education
Applied Linguistics
University of Warsaw
Warsaw, Poland06.1999
American Studies - American Studies - Politics
University of Warsaw
Warsaw, Poland06.1997
High School -
Społeczne Liceum Ogólnokształcące
Suwałki, Poland06.1993
Middle School Diploma -
W. K. Doyle Middle School
Troy, N.Y., USA06.1989
Skills
- English Language Proficiency
- Teaching and Tutoring
- TOEFL Exam Preparation
- ESL and Language Teaching
- Adult Education
- Proofreading and Editing
- Test Preparation
- Student Motivation
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Student-Centered Learning
- Online Instruction
- Grammar principles
- Editing and proofreading
Certification
- Polish Ministry of Education Teaching Qualification in English - 2007
- Certificate of Proficiency in English - Grade A 2005
Languages
Polish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Upper intermediate
B2
Interests
Travelling to new destinations; Karaoke; Rock/Metal Music; Gastronomy - eating out & cooking; Combat Sports - boxing & MMA; US/UK Culture & Trivia; Camping, Fishing
Timeline
Teacher of English
Classical School – Adamed Smart-Up Competition scholars
07.2023 - Current
English Teacher
On-Site Lincoln Szkoła Języków Obcych
10.2021 - Current
English Teacher
Online Languaged Sp. z o.o.
10.2021 - Current
Translator/Proofreader/Transcriber/Annotator
Oneforma Freelancing Platform
10.2021 - Current
English Teacher/English Confidence Coach
Twój Start-Up
09.2021 - Current
IELTS/EFL/ESL/TOEFL/IGCSE Tutor
Akademeia Tutorial College
03.2015 - 06.2023
ESL/Business English Teacher
Manhattan English Academy
07.2014 - 02.2024
Owner, Teacher, Translator & Proofreader
Centrum Edukacyjne York
01.2008 - 01.2021
In-company & EFL Teacher
Warsaw Study Centre
01.1998 - 01.2017
ESP/Business English Teacher
PLC
- 05.2020
Applied Linguistics
University of Warsaw
American Studies - American Studies - Politics
University of Warsaw
High School -
Społeczne Liceum Ogólnokształcące
Middle School Diploma -
W. K. Doyle Middle School
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