My work involves

I was a cover teacher for six months, which meant I taught every level and met lots of students. Now I am teaching exam classes – Advanced English and IELTS. We work very hard but we have fun, too.

My top tip for language learning

Never forget how much you have achieved already!

My top tip for enjoying life in Brighton

Brighton has a great atmosphere so live life to the full and get involved. Don’t stay in all week - go to the North Laine and the Lanes, or to the beach. They are always buzzing with people.

My experience

I have been a teacher since 2003. It was inevitable really as I come from a family of teachers. I taught in Italy for a couple of years and eventually moved to Brighton to do my Masters and DELTA. I love it here so I decided to stay, and I have been at Embassy for just over a year. I find that every student has different strengths, and I like helping them to recognise them and make the most of them.

My top tip for language learning

Take risks. Mistakes are learning steps – don’t be afraid of them. Never give up!

My top tip for enjoying life in Brighton

There is something in Brighton for everyone’s taste. Visit the North Laine and check it out!

My experience

I am passionate about my job. I love the people I work with and all my students. Being able to help someone learn a language is extremely fulfilling. I have been teaching languages for over 15 years (in Brazil and the UK) and I am lucky to be able to work for one of the top language schools in England and feel valued for my work.

My work involves

Observing classes; arranging training for our teachers; resourcing materials; organising managers; teacher training.

My top tip for language learning

Read as much as possible.

My top tip for enjoying life in Brighton

Join in everything!

My experience

I am a specialist in IELTS teaching and I am a member of the Sussex Director Of Studies Association. I have been an IELTS examiner for 14 years. I have also been an FCE/CAE/CPE examiner of spoken English, a BEC and CPE writing examiner, as well as a Skills For Life writing and speaking examiner. I opened a school in Kazakhstan in 2007; I went to China for marketing in 2009; also, I organised the “BELTE” Book Fair and Teacher Training in 2009 and I will be doing that again in the future.

My work involves

Teaching general English and electives at all levels; changing students' classes as they progress; answering students' questions about their courses and helping them; listening to any problems.

My top tip for language learning

Never be afraid to ask questions!

My top tip for enjoying life in Brighton

Go out and meet the locals; they are friendly people who will give you great advice about discovering the “hidden Brighton”.

My experience

I used to be an artist living in Spain but trained to be a teacher in 2005 because I enjoyed travelling and meeting new people from exciting countries. I am obsessed with language and communication. I have travelled to Spain, Italy, Kenya, Austria and France. Now I love helping students develop their language and confidence in their abilities. Studying should be fun and challenging. Now I also manage general English and elective courses as well as doing some teacher training, but the teaching has always been my motivation. My hobbies are painting, listening to live music and dancing.

My work involves

Teaching general English; helping teachers use learning technologies to improve their classes.

My top tip for language learning

Make it fun and personalised.

My top tip for enjoying life in Brighton

Head down the North Laine area to find out about local music and events.

My experience

I trained to be a teacher so that I could live in Mexico. I love languages and helping people communicate about life and culture. I have realised just how much I enjoy teaching so I am doing a DELTA to learn more. My Advanced Practitioner role is really stimulating as I get to use many skills. I consider myself very lucky to work in the profession I do.