After working on building sites for a number of years I decided it was not the job for me. I went back into education, settling on a sociology degree as I felt a job to do with people would be more suited to me. I am currently seeking a job working with people in a new environment, different to what I am used to. I feel teaching would be a good job for me as I am patient and know how to talk to different groups of people, as I have had a variety of jobs in different settings.

I have an outgoing personality I feel would lend itself to teaching and I feel I would be very approachable to students. I haven’t had any direct teaching experience but I have taken the opportunity to visit some educational settings and observe other teachers in China and Russia.

I feel like I am an adventurous person, always ready for a new challenge. I work well in a team but am also competent in using my own initiative. I have just moved to Xiamen in the hope I will find some new, positive experiences.

Socially I enjoy exercising in the form of rock climbing, swimming, martial arts, and cycling. I also enjoy meeting with friends and experiencing new cultures.