Juggling as an attention grabber before a lesson.

 

David Templeton

Teacher, student, and parent.

I come from South Africa, where I grew up in different cities, with the bulk of my time spent in the Free State province. I enjoy science, technology, and building. This leads me to seek creative ways for my students to get dirty and have fun during classes.

Currently, I am living in Shanghai, China, and working as a kindergarten teacher and foreign grade leader. I have been working as a teacher in China since 2016 and plan to continue my educational practice here.

I have completed my certification for TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language), TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), TEOL (Teaching English to Online Learners), and TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners).

I have a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Education. My speciality is in Early Childhood Education and Special Education.

I am a licensed teacher in the District of Columbia, US and have also received my British Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).



Curriculem Vitae

Teaching Credentials

Licensed Teacher in the District of Columbia, United States

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) registered

 

Education

  • Motheo FET College

Bloemfontein, RSA

February 2009 - March 2010

High School Certificate (Matric)

  • Love TEFL

Leeds, UK

June 2015 - July 2015

120 Hour TEFL Course

  • Harris University

Florida, USA

May 2013 -May 2017

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education

  • World TESOL Academy

Coventry, UK

March 2021

120 Hour TESOL/TEFL Course

  • World TESOL Academy

Coventry, UK

March 2021

60 Hour TEYL Course

  • Moreland University

Washington, USA

May 2021 - April 2022

Masters in Education Specialized in Special Needs Education

  • Moreland University

Washington, USA

May 2021 - April 2022

Teacher Preparation Certificate

  • World TESOL Academy

Coventry, UK

April 2022

80 Hour TEOL Course

Work History

Xiwai International School

Shanghai, China

September 2017 - Current

Full-time kindergarten teacher

Foreign grade leader

Teaching English, Maths, Science and life skills to young learners aged 3 - 8 years old

Moderating curriculum and designing structures for effective language development

Monthly assessments on students progress.

Managing foreign team, hosting grade meetings and observing classes.

Instructional insight into curriculum

China Rencai

Shanghai, China

November 2016 - August 2017

Full-time teacher - Kindergarten Teacher

Part-time teacher - Substitute and needed placements

Teaching English to young learners aged 3 - 8 years old

Physical education, drama, dance and English second language

Part-time work covered various age groups (Early childhood to adult)

General English, business English, public speaking, essay classes and exam prep classes.

369 Dance Productions

Bloemfontein, South Africa

March 2011 - June 2014

Full-time youth guidance coach

Part-time Child Care

Dance and Physical education

Life Skills, assisting with course work and tutoring

Assisting with emotional support for children dealing with personal issues

Unlisted Work Experience:

Additional to my teaching experience I have worked in construction, sales and IT positions.

Soft Skills