Writing a curriculum vitae (CV) SVIP

Read the job advert and choose the correct answer.

What is the exact job position?

Read the job advert and choose the correct answer.

What are the 3 main qualities or skills required?

Look at the CV of a student applying for the job. Match the headings to the correct sections.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Personal details

Full name: Ha Ngoc Nguyen

Phone: 1112345

Email: ngocha@webmail.com

Personal statement

Enthusiastic and hard-working senior secondary school student, currently studying towards a school graduation diploma. Passionate about teaching and learning, with excellent organisation and communication skills. Eager to find a volunteer position to help me gain work experience and prepare for a career in teaching.

A.

Nguyen Hue Senior Secondary School, Ha Noi: 20XX-present

Nguyen Trai Junior Secondary School, Ha Noi: 20XX-20XX

Subjects and predicted grades: English - 9, Maths - 9.5, Literature - 8.5

Awards: Young Leaders Award, Ha Noi Outstanding Student Award

Extracurricular activities: Founding member of the school book club, conducting member surveys to choose reading materials and planning club meetings

B.

Childminder: 20XX-present

- Supervise two children (aged 7 and 9) every Saturday while parents are away

- Help children do their homework and learn new concepts

Volunteer Tutor - Ha Noi Children's Village: Jul-Sep 20XX

- Tutored children aged 8-12 in maths and English at the local orphanage for three months

- Helped teachers make learning materials

C.

Fluent English: IELTS score 5.5

Digital skills: Good understanding of common digital software and platforms, basic coding skills

Effective communication skills

Excellent organisation skills

D.

Singing, reading, photography

References

Available upon request

Decide if the following statement is a Fact or Fiction about a CV.

A CV should be 3-5 pages long to show how hard-working you are.

Decide if the following statement is a Fact or Fiction about a CV.

You should include a fun travel selfie in your CV to appear friendly.

Complete the following personal statement with the words and phrases given.

An energetic and student at Oxford High School. Passionate about and organising learning activities. Possess strong communication and skills. Eager to find a position as a volunteer teaching assistant to gain work experience in teaching.

The job advert requires you to be "a good communicator". Which THREE of the following skills best match this requirement?

The job advert requires you to be interested in "organising learning activities". Which THREE of the following skills best match this requirement?