Rebecca Caute
Cambridge,Cambridgeshire
Summary
Enthusiastic, CELTA-qualified teacher with extensive experience in ESL, EFL, ESOL, literacy and numeracy teaching, both online and in person. Committed to a sensitive, creative and culturally aware approach to teaching children and adults. Expert in devising materials using cultural excursions, craft projects, science etc. A strong track record in teamwork and eliciting positive feedback from diverse clients and parents.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work history
ESL Tutor
Yamomoto family, Kyoto, Japan
2019 - 2026.02
- Have designed an online course for a Japanese teenager; both his language skills and his confidence have improved considerably to date.
- Cultivate a supportive, enjoyable learning environment.
- Have assisted in successful exam preparation.
Freelance ESL Teacher
La Dante
Cambridge
2016.01 - 2025.10
- Devised and taught one-to-one and group lessons, working both individually and with colleagues.
- Clients ranged from children of academics at Cambridge University, to summer school groups and working adults on Business English programmes.
- Achieved positive results in mixed-level classes, including examination successes.
- Fostered a stimulating learning environment, including museum-based activities.
Freelance ESL Tutor
Cambridge
2025.07 - 2025.07
- Designed an immersive course for two siblings incorporating engaging excursions and craft activities such as pottery.
- Enhanced both children’s language skills considerably, whilst ensuring a fun experience; both would like to return for further lessons.
- Created bespoke materials tailored to students’ interests.
ESOL Cafe Volunteer
Cambridge
2015.01 - 2019.01
- Facilitated small group sessions in high-level ESOL learning.
- Engaged participants in cultural, literary, and topical discussions.
- Fostered a supportive environment for language development and social interaction.
- Promoted cultural awareness through interactive activities.
Primary School Reading Volunteer
Cambridge
2012.01 - 2015.01
- Conducted one-on-one reading sessions with primary school children in a Reading Recovery programme.
- Monitored progress and tailored support to individual needs.
- Improved reading skills of multiple students through targeted interventions.
- Developed children’s self-confidence.
ESOL/Basic Skills/Employability Tutor/Line Manager
ATS Training
London (Early Career)
- Enhanced client employability, resulting in significant job placements.
- Produced tailored lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
- Successfully line managed a teaching team, promoting good relationships.
- Delivered a government programme providing basic skills, ESOL and employability training to long-term unemployed clients.
EFL/ESOL Teacher/Personal Tutor
London/Greece
- Developed my skills through a variety of roles in the EFL/ESOL and tutoring sectors.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Open University
Milton KeynesCertificate in English Language Teaching to Adults -
Westminster College
LondonBachelor of Arts - History
Kings College
CambridgeSkills
- Proficiency in Zoom, Google Classroom and Skype
- Curriculum design
- Creating enjoyable bespoke teaching materials
- Managing multi-level/ability groups
- Business/work-related English
- Supporting sensitive children
- Examination preparation
- Collaborative working
- Inter-personal skills
- Excellent grammar/vocabulary
- Report writing/record-keeping
Timeline
Freelance ESL Tutor
2025.07 - 2025.07
Freelance ESL Teacher
La Dante
2016.01 - 2025.10
ESOL Cafe Volunteer
2015.01 - 2019.01
Primary School Reading Volunteer
2012.01 - 2015.01
ESL Tutor
Yamomoto family, Kyoto, Japan
2019 - 2026.02
ESOL/Basic Skills/Employability Tutor/Line Manager
ATS Training
EFL/ESOL Teacher/Personal Tutor
Master of Science - Psychology
Open University
Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults -
Westminster College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Kings College