Pitak Jongnantawat (Pat)
3/1 Wellington Parade, Alawa,NT
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Support Officer/Tutor
Dripstone Middle School
Darwin, NT
10.2023 - Current
- Work closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Motivate students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provide school work and assignment assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Support students with helpful study habits and learning strategies.
- Tutor diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Create tailored lesson plans and study guides to teach and assist students in areas of study.
- Leverage technology and visual aids to engage students and enhance learning.
Student Services Officer
Sydney City College Of Management - Darwin Campus
Darwin, NT
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Advocated for students to access available resources.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Opera City English College
Sydney, NSW
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Educated overseas students in the basics of English grammar and conversational English.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
- Created lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Teacher of Thai Language and Culture
Rugby School Thailand - British Curriculum
Pattaya, Thailand
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national and international standards.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Acting Head of English & Bilingual Program
Lamchabang Engineering Technological College
Chonburi, Thailand
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Recruited a number of students for the first batch of Bilingual Program
- Oversaw a team of 8 teaching staff both Thai and native speakers of English
- Designed and planed English courses of all levels.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Lecturer of English as a Second Language
Sripatum University
Chonburi, Thailand
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Taught General English of all levels to undergraduate/postgraduate students
- Worked as a lead tutor for TOEIC and IELTS preparation course(s)
- Worked with the community as a guest speaker/lecturer for various education-related projects/seminars
- Managed various student activities, trained and escorted students to education-related competitions/contests.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
OTA Sales & Marketing Executive
Booking.com (Thailand) Co.,Ltd.
Phuket, Thailand
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Acquired potential hotels/properties to network with Booking.com
- Trained and educated hotel partners with necessary online and office tools to generate customers
- Created and managed hotel products to be open and bookable
- Analyzed and improved hotel products to increase sales and commissions.
- Evaluated market data to develop and create business strategies and marketing plans.
- Suggested innovative ideas to increase sales and improve customer experience.
English as a Second Language Teacher (Year 7-12)
Mahasarakham University Demonstration School
Maha Sarakham, Thailand
03.2007 - 11.2007
- Taught year 7 to 12 English.
- Created lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' abilities.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum, and ESL activities.
Education
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) -
Charles Darwin University
Casuarina, NT, Australia05.2025
Certificate (Teaching Thai To Foreigners) -
Mahidol University
Bangkok, Thailand09.2017
Master of Arts (TEFL) - Full Scholarship
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom10.2014
Bachelor of Arts (English) -
Mahasarakham University
Maha Sarakham, Thailand03.2007
Skills
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Creativity
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Information technology
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal skills
- Emotional intelligence
Languages
English
Full Professional
Thai
Native or Bilingual
Lao
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Awarded a full-scholarship to study for a masters degree program in the UK (09/2013 - 10/2014)
- Awarded a partial scholarship to join the Work and Travel program in USA 2006
- Best Employee Award, Busy Bee Cafe, Darwin, Australia 2009
- Selected as an MC for both national and international conferences held at Sripatum University, Thailand (2015-2018)
- Top finalists to join the Young Blood Reporter scheme by The Nation (Thailand's leading English newspaper) 2005
- Fulbright scholar personal assistant and interpreter 2004
Hobbies and Interests
- Traveling & Socializing
- Exercises & Recreations
- Translating & Interpreting
- Researching & Learning
- Fitness & Health
- Training & Teaching
- Social Media Marketing
- Social Media Management/VDO Editing
Timeline
Classroom Support Officer/Tutor
Dripstone Middle School
10.2023 - Current
Student Services Officer
Sydney City College Of Management - Darwin Campus
07.2023 - 10.2023
English as a Second Language Teacher
Opera City English College
02.2023 - 07.2023
Teacher of Thai Language and Culture
Rugby School Thailand - British Curriculum
08.2019 - 10.2022
Acting Head of English & Bilingual Program
Lamchabang Engineering Technological College
02.2019 - 05.2019
Lecturer of English as a Second Language
Sripatum University
01.2015 - 12.2018
OTA Sales & Marketing Executive
Booking.com (Thailand) Co.,Ltd.
02.2012 - 04.2013
English as a Second Language Teacher (Year 7-12)
Mahasarakham University Demonstration School
03.2007 - 11.2007
Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) -
Charles Darwin University
Certificate (Teaching Thai To Foreigners) -
Mahidol University
Master of Arts (TEFL) - Full Scholarship
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts (English) -
Mahasarakham University