Jonathan Bates

Experience

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  Kloppers

  Jan 2013 - Nov 2016

  Retail Salesperson

  During my university holidays and at weekends, I gained valuable retail experience at Kloppers where I honed and developed my skills in rapport-building, problem-solving, and performing under pressure.

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  Beijing Golden Orient International Ed. & Cultural Exchange Centre

  Mar 2014 - Nov 2014

  Au Pair English Teacher

  I worked for a host family in Beijing as an Au Pair English teacher and I taught and cared for two toddlers. Under the agency, 𝘉𝘦𝘪𝘫𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘎𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘖𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘥. & 𝘊𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘹𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦, I also attended four hours of Mandarin classes per week as well as took part in various cultural activities.

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  University of the Free State | Universiteit van die Vrystaat

  Mar 2015 - Oct 2015

  Legatum City Residence First Year Committee Member (Social and Diversity)

  In my first year of university, as part of Legatum City Residence, I was part of the FCom Social and Diversity portfolio. This meant I was in charge of organising first-year meetups and gatherings to allow for first-years to comfortably integrate themselves into university life, both socially and culturally.

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  University of the Free State

  Mar 2016 - Nov 2016

  In my second year of university, as part of Legatum City Residence, I was part of the Legatum Elder's Council where I, along with other council members, discussed issues and admin relating to the residence. As part of Legatum City Residence, I worked as a mentor to first-year university students to aid in improving their daily university experiences and to provide general guidance. We did so by organising occasional workshops, meetings, and discussion groups.

  • Legatum City Residence Elder's Council

    Apr 2016 - Nov 2016

  • Legatum City Residence P3 Mentor

    Mar 2016 - Aug 2016
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  Self-Employed

  Oct 2016 - Oct 2018

  Private Tutor

  I tutored a few pupils privately in grades 2-5 for four hours a week in all subjects, but with a specific focus on English and Afrikaans. I effectively assisted with spelling, reading and dictation. I also provided extra learning and testing material when necessary.

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  LIOSHUTAN Digital Learning Inc.

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2022

  Content Writer, Editor & Proofreader, Online English Teacher

  WUWOW 大英文天團 - Online English Learning is a Taiwan-based company committed to creating a convenient online platform for non-native English speakers to learn English through online classes and video courses.My roles here included:✔ Teaching English to foreign-language learners (ESL/EFL).✔ Creating content (class materials) for higher-level students (B2–C2).✔ Creating content (class materials) for children of lower levels (A1–B1) as well as ensuring that the class materials accurately aligned with the in-house curriculum.✔ Editing and proofreading existing class materials, which often involved translation editing. Show less

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  Evulpo

  Sept 2022 - Jan 2023

  English Content Creator and Quality Manager

  Created educational content for a startup ed-tech learning platform in line with the English Language and Literature national (UK) curriculum, KS2–KS5. Administered lessons involving summaries, interactive exercises, and explainer videos using a learning management system (LMS).As Quality Manager, I ensured that content was of high quality and in accordance with the guidelines set by the Head of Content.

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  Royal College of Physicians

  May 2023 - now

  Editor (Examinations Department)

  As an Editor at the Royal College of Physicians, I manage the editorial workflow for medical examination materials, ensuring clarity, consistency, and scientific accuracy. I work closely with clinicians (question writers and exam board members) to refine content, and maintain high editorial standards in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:✔ Review, edit and refine complex medical scenarios to enhance clarity, accessibility and quality.✔ Provide editorial guidance to ensure consistency and quality control.✔ Develop and maintain style guides and editorial guidelines.✔ Offer constructive feedback to contributors, working closely with clinicians for refinement.✔ Live edit examination materials in high-pressure board meetings to ensure real-time accuracy.✔ Manage multiple projects simultaneously while upholding rigorous editorial standards. Show less