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Vu Phuong Anh Ta

Brisbane,Australia

Summary

TESOL-certified ESL teacher specialising in pronunciation, integrating Krashen’s Affective Filter Hypothesis, TBLT methodologies, and language-learning technologies to create engaging, low-anxiety classrooms.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

COMMUNICATIVE ESL TEACHER (GENERAL ENGLISH / ELICOS)

WESET English Center
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Applied CLT and TBLT to develop communicative competence and fluency.
  • Designed formative assessments with psychometric validation and reliability principles.
  • Integrated CALL to enhance learner autonomy and engagement.
  • Adapted authentic materials to align with communicative and sociolinguistic goals.

Professional reflection:
Refined skills in assessment, CALL, and learner-centred ESL pedagogy.

CAMBRIDGE YOUNG LEARNERS ESL INSTRUCTOR

Ms. Ngân’s English
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Delivered engaging Cambridge YLE-aligned lessons using pre-developed materials to around 60 learners aged 6-12 in small groups, supporting a 95% pass rate and a 20% improvement in test scores within 10 weeks.
  • Conducted formative assessments and provided tailored feedback to reinforce language acquisition.
  • Utilised CALL/TELL tools, games, and multimedia to enhance learner motivation and participation.

Professional reflection:
Strengthened ability to deliver structured lessons effectively, adapt teaching to learner progress, engage young learners with interactive technologies, and gain insight into curriculum design principles.

IELTS & ACADEMIC ESL INSTRUCTOR

Vietnam Centre Point
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Guided multiple students to Band 6.0+ for university admissions; average student improvement was 1.0 band score over 12 weeks.
  • Conducted diagnostic assessments, mock exams, and integrated CALL/TELL tools to promote learner autonomy and boost test confidence.

Professional reflection:

Enhanced ability to prepare students for high-stakes exams through targeted instruction, effective use of mock tests and feedback, and learner autonomy strategies using digital tools.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TUTOR

Online teaching
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Implemented a Flipped Classroom approach, providing asynchronous digital resources to maximize interactive sessions.
  • Facilitated Collaborative Learning through breakout rooms, boosting communicative competence and learner engagement.
  • Applied Scaffolding techniques to improve grammar accuracy, pronunciation clarity, and communicative confidence.
  • Developed personalized education plans, with 80% of students meeting their language goals within three months.

Professional reflection:

Enhanced my pedagogical proficiency by integrating flipped classroom, collaboration, and scaffolded techniques.

ESL INSTRUCTOR FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

ACTS – University of Medicine and Pharmacy at HCMC
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Delivered targeted ESL curricula to around 15 medical professionals, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, and medical English.
  • Applied TBLT to medical and professional scenarios, enhancing pragmatic accuracy and fluency.
  • Conducted performance-based assessments with diagnostic feedback, resulting in a 20% improvement in pronunciation and grammar scores.
  • Used CALL technologies to promote autonomy and effective communication in medical contexts.

Professional reflection:

Developed specialized expertise in medical ESL instruction, advanced grammar and pronunciation pedagogies, and digital instructional strategies.

TEACHING AIDE

ACET Vietnam
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Supported over 50 learners across multiple terms; recognized for outstanding engagement and assistance.
  • Motivated students to participate in classroom activities; monitored and marked students' work.
  • Set up classroom materials and created educational displays.
  • Communicated student progress to teachers and parents; ensured learner wellbeing and safety.

Professional reflection:

Gained valuable experience in classroom management, learner support, and collaborative instruction.

Education

Master’s degree - Applied Linguistics

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
12-2025

Bachelor’s Degree - English Language - Translation and Interpretation

Ho Chi Minh City University of Education
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
01-2022

Diploma - TESOL

Advanced College of Languages & Training Canada
Online
01-2021

Skills

  • Student-Centred Instruction and Mentoring
  • Educational Technology Integration
  • Classroom and Behaviour Management
  • Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)
  • Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Assessment Design
  • Organisational and Time Management
  • Professional Learning and Reflective Practice

Languages

Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Korean
Limited Working

Interests

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Photography
  • Graphic Design
  • Interior Design
  • Technology

Timeline

COMMUNICATIVE ESL TEACHER (GENERAL ENGLISH / ELICOS)

WESET English Center
11.2023 - 02.2024

CAMBRIDGE YOUNG LEARNERS ESL INSTRUCTOR

Ms. Ngân’s English
09.2023 - 02.2024

IELTS & ACADEMIC ESL INSTRUCTOR

Vietnam Centre Point
09.2022 - 05.2023

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TUTOR

Online teaching
01.2021 - 01.2022

ESL INSTRUCTOR FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

ACTS – University of Medicine and Pharmacy at HCMC
01.2021 - 11.2021

TEACHING AIDE

ACET Vietnam
06.2017 - 09.2017

Master’s degree - Applied Linguistics

University of Queensland

Bachelor’s Degree - English Language - Translation and Interpretation

Ho Chi Minh City University of Education

Diploma - TESOL

Advanced College of Languages & Training Canada
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