I am an academic copywriter/proofreader and skilled English language instructor with 15+ years of experience guiding multinational students in conversational and written English. I am known for my hard-working, reliable, and thorough approach, and I enjoy plays on words.

Kerri Hibberd

I am an academic copywriter/proofreader and skilled English language instructor with 15+ years of experience guiding multinational students in conversational and written English. I am known for my hard-working, reliable, and thorough approach, and I enjoy plays on words.

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I am an academic copywriter/proofreader and skilled English language instructor with 15+ years of experience guiding multinational students in conversational and written English.
I am known for my hard-working, reliable, and thorough approach, and I enjoy plays on words.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Domestic Assistant at Blue Care
January 1, 2017 - August 31, 2025
Domestic assistance in a care facility in Redlands, focusing on daily living activities, cleanliness, and patient safety in a part-time role.
Supply Teacher at Education Queensland
January 1, 2023 - Present
Casual supply teaching in Redlands and Logan, delivering English language and general education support to diverse student cohorts.
Home Piano Teacher at Soundtrain Music Company
January 1, 2023 - Present
Private piano instruction for beginners; teaching reading music and playing technique.
Tutor at Home Tutoring Services
September 1, 2012 - December 1, 2023
Guided reading and writing, English language mastery for students including non-English speakers; multiple settings and clients.
Tutor at Scooter Tutor, Progressive Home Tutors, Optimise Learning and privately
January 1, 2023 - Present
Private tutoring services focusing on reading and writing skill development; English language support.
TESOL Trainer at Language Training Institute
October 1, 2013 - October 1, 2019
TESOL trainer; reviewed and graded student work in distance learning environment.
Domestic Assistant at Co.As.It Community Services
March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Supported Caregivers and Clients in activities of daily living; maintained a healthy environment.
Young Learner’s Teacher of English at British Council, Singapore
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Taught English to primary and junior high school students in an international setting.
Pre-EAP/General English Teacher at Griffith University English Language Centre
September 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010
Taught English for Academic Purposes and General English to international university students.
High School Preparation Teacher at Nudgee International College
September 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Taught English to international high school students preparing for high school entry.
General English Teacher at Shafston International College
May 1, 2008 - September 1, 2008
General English for adult international students.
Elementary School Assistant English Teacher at Mito City Board of Education, Japan
September 1, 2005 - April 1, 2008
Assisted in English lessons in Japanese elementary schools.
Young Learner’s Teacher of English (primary and junior high school students) at British Council, Singapore
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Taught English to young learners in Singapore.
Young Learner's Teacher of English at British Council, Singapore
June 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Taught English to primary and junior high school students.
Assistant English Teacher at Mito City Board of Education, Japan
September 1, 2005 - April 1, 2008
Assisted in English lessons in Japanese elementary schools.

Education

Masters in Education, Teaching second languages at University of Southern Queensland
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Post-graduate Diploma in Education at University of Queensland
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
CELTA (Cambridge University’s Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) at International House, Brisbane
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Cert IV in Community Services at Career Keys
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Cert IV in Training and Assessment at Line Management Institute of Training
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Masters in Education, Teaching second languages at University of Southern Queensland
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Post-graduate Diploma in Education at University of Queensland
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
CELTA (Cambridge University’s Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) at International House, Brisbane
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Cert IV in Community Services at Career Keys
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Cert IV in Training and Assessment at Line Management Institute of Training
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Masters in Education, Teaching second languages at University of Southern Queensland
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
Post-graduate Diploma in Education at University of Queensland
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults) at International House, Brisbane
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
Cert IV in Community Services at Career Keys
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
Cert IV in Training and Assessment at Line Management Institute of Training
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026

Qualifications

CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults)
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Cert IV in Community Services
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Cert IV in Training and Assessment
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
Masters in Education, Teaching second languages
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Post-graduate Diploma in Education
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
CELTA (Cambridge University’s Certificate of English Language Teaching to Adults)
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Cert IV in Community Services
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
Cert IV in Training and Assessment
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025
CELTA
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
Cert IV in Community Services
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026
Cert IV in Training and Assessment
January 11, 2030 - January 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Other