Καραναστάσης Γιώργος – Αγγλικά

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Βασικός Τίτλος Σπουδών

Deree College - University of Edinburgh

Τμήμα Αγγλικής Γλώσσας και Φιλολογίας

Μεταπτυχιακός Τίτλος Σπουδών

Postgraduate Diploma in English Literature + CELTA Certificate (Grade Pass B) - University of Cambridge, U.K. 2014

Διδακτική Πείρα στα Ιδιαίτερα Μαθήματα Αγγλικών

Professional Experience:

• 2017 – Present: Teacher and Educational Consultant at Grapsa Educational Group, Agia Paraskevi Language School, Athens (Intermediate, Upper-Intermediate, Advanced, and Proficiency classes for adolescents and adults)
• 2013 – Present: Teacher for the International School of Athens, Saturday Language Program, Kifissia (Specializing in young learners aged 10-11)
• 2006 – Present: Certified Speaking Examiner for various English Language Exam Providers
• 2024: Summer EFL Teacher – Intensive English Course at St. Clare’s College, OXFORD, UK
• 2023: Academic Manager at British Study Centres, Ardingly College and Wycliffe College, UK
• 2022 – 2023: Administration & Academic Manager at Grapsa Educational Group, Agia Paraskevi Language School, Athens
• 2022: Assistant Academic Manager at British Study Centres, King’s College London
• 2012 – 2022: Collaborating with Horizons Language School, N. Iraklio
• 2018 – 2019: Teacher & Professional Trainer for Linguaphone-Hidalgo, Greece (Part-time, training Alpha Bank employees in Athens)
• 2017 – 2019 (Summer): Teacher & Activities Leader, Senior Teacher/Assistant Academic Manager at British Study Centres, Junior School, Ardingly College, West Sussex, UK (Accredited by British Council and Equals)
• 2015 – 2017: Teacher at MLC Athens Language School (Adult CELTA-based academic courses, IELTS, ECPE preparation)
• 2015 – 2017: Teacher & Activity Leader at the International School of Athens Summer Program
• 2013 – 2016: Teacher at Tarala Language School, Maroussi (Focusing on young learners, aged 11-17, with courses in Listening, Speaking, Writing, and Exam Preparation)
• 1994 – 2002: English Teacher at prominent institutions including:
  • Cararigas Language Educational Organization
  • I.M. Panagiotopoulos Schools (Secondary Education)
  • Omiros Language Schools, Zografou
  • Rousseau Institute, Athens

Summary

– I have been dedicated to teaching English for over 30 years,  working with diverse age groups, educational levels, and students from various countries. My career has been built on providing high-quality language education, specializing in exam preparation, teaching young learners, and supporting career advancement.

 - Key Strengths:

• Passionate about fostering a positive learning environment.
• Very experienced in exam preparation (IELTS, ECCE, FCE, ECPE, CPE Proficiency, Business English etc.).
• Skilled in developing tailored lesson plans for a variety of learners.
• Proven track record in leadership roles and team management.
• Strong background in both in-class teaching and educational consultancy.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills.

With my extensive experience in teaching and academic management, I am committed to helping students achieve their full potential in English language learning while promoting their personal growth and confidence.  I really enjoy teaching General English to Young Learners and Adolescents but my specialization is preparing mainly adults for B2 (Lower) & C2 (Proficiency) Examinations with 100% success as recent statistics have shown (My 2023-2024 Prof Class and recent private lesson candidates)

 

Σεμινάρια - Επιμόρφωση

Recent seminars & workshops:

16.3.2018 & 20.10.2017: “Writing assessment at C1 and C2 levels”, “Improving speaking skills for IELTS and Cambridge English exams”, “Teaching life skills” Seminars for Teachers of English organised by the British Council in Greece.

18.10.2017: Reading Above, Below and Between the lines: Developing Reading Comprehension with B2 and C2 learners & Writing Tips for C2 level learners, The  Hellenic American Union, Massalias 22, Athens.

13+16.10.2017 + October 2018: Seminar on Proficiency class teaching organized by Grapsa Educational Group, Pagrati, Athens.

25.10.2018: “Approaches to EFL Teaching: Good practices for teaching students with Dyslexia”, The Hellenic American Union, Athens. 

21.10.2019: Teaching Methodology Seminar (for Proficiency Classes) by Bob Obee, International ELT author, former Director of Studies of British Council Study Centres organized by Grapsa Educational Group, Pagrati, Athens.

8.4.2020: “Assessing C2 Proficiency Writing Confidently” Webinar by Stephen Taylor, Cambridge Assessment English.

27.11.2020: “IELTS Speaking Strategic competencies” Webinar by Cliff Parry, British Council, Teaching Center Manager.

10.2.2023: “Motivating Teenagers” Webinar by Cliff Parry, British Council.

4.10.2023: Seminar on Proficiency class teaching organized by Grapsa Educational Group, Pagrati, Athens.

 

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