Lee Nikolaidis

Experience

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  Terra Linguae School

  Sept 1994 - Jun 2016

  EFL Teacher

  Teaching classes of learners of English aged 11 to adult, levels A2 to C2. Specialising in exam preparation for formal globally recognised qualifications as set by the universities of Cambridge (UK), Michigan (USA) and Central Lancashire (UK/ESB). Excellent, exceptional rapport with students and parents and a student exam pass rate of 99.8% (with 100% in the last 12 years) over a career spanning more than two decades and still going strong. Emphasis of grammar skills as well as reading comprehension, writing skills (a variety of types and styles), listening comprehension and effective speaking. Much focus on a combination of a methodical approach with fluency by using both traditional as well as latest technological stimuli and authentic material. The aim is always to constantly maintain a safe, confidence-building, fun and of course productive environment while learning the language properly, naturally, productively and effectively. Show less

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  Self-employed

  Sept 1995 - now

  ESL/EFL Tutor

  Fully licensed EFL teacher, Tutoring students for EFL levels A2 through C2, specialising in exam preparation for official examinations set by the universities of Cambridge & Central Lancashire (UK) and Michigan & Michigan State (USA), as well as IELTS. 100% pass record. Multitude of testimonials.

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  3-4-5 British Nursery School, Athens

  Sept 2001 - May 2018

  Physical Education Instructor

  Gym teacher for pre-school children ages 3 - 6 years old. Focusing on basic first steps all the way through to more elaborate skills in balance, co-ordination, teamwork and various sports techniques so as to make children aware of the benefits of sports, as well as the concept of sportsmanship and identifying with individual and team sports, rules and fair play.

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  Camp Towanda

  Jun 2014 - now

  Intercamp Games & Tournament Co-ordinator and Head of Soccer

  Co-ordination and scheduling of intercamp games and tournaments, including hospitality in hosting visiting teams, organising tournaments and travel logistics of teams playing away. Training of staff to teach, coach and referee campers in a multitude of sports. Also, running soccer department of camp - a thriving activity at Camp Towanda. Additionally, contributing as often as possible to other aspects of camp life.

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  DES Primary School

  Sept 2018 - now

  International Studies Course Leader
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  INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ATHENS

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2020

  English Second Language Teacher

  EFL teacher