I'm Lizzie Rose Shepherd, a native English speaker and TEFL-certified educator living in Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain. I hold a BA (Hons) in Event Management from the University of Central Lancashire and a DELE Spanish Diploma (C1). I specialize in creating engaging and fun learning environments for children, with a flair for drama, language development, and phonics. I'm passionate about education and inspiring curiosity through performance and creativity. I design dynamic teaching materials, lead English classes for ages from children to adults, co-founded Act English, and have organized events like the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.

Lizzie Rose Shepherd

I'm Lizzie Rose Shepherd, a native English speaker and TEFL-certified educator living in Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain. I hold a BA (Hons) in Event Management from the University of Central Lancashire and a DELE Spanish Diploma (C1). I specialize in creating engaging and fun learning environments for children, with a flair for drama, language development, and phonics. I'm passionate about education and inspiring curiosity through performance and creativity. I design dynamic teaching materials, lead English classes for ages from children to adults, co-founded Act English, and have organized events like the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.

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I’m Lizzie Rose Shepherd, a native English speaker and TEFL-certified educator living in Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain. I hold a BA (Hons) in Event Management from the University of Central Lancashire and a DELE Spanish Diploma (C1). I specialize in creating engaging and fun learning environments for children, with a flair for drama, language development, and phonics.

I’m passionate about education and inspiring curiosity through performance and creativity. I design dynamic teaching materials, lead English classes for ages from children to adults, co-founded Act English, and have organized events like the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Centre Manager, International Summer Camps at Bucksmore Education & Varsity International
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Managed programmes for children aged 6–16, overseeing activities, safeguarding, and staff training. Created engaging curricula and supervised pastoral care for international students. Co-presented the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.
English Teacher (ESL) at Harrow Montessori International Kindergarten; Einstein Private Elementary; Andy Bear English Classroom; HESS International
December 31, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Taught all ages from children to adults, focusing on Cambridge exam preparation (A2-C2), conversational fluency, and fun classes through games, music, crafts and activities. Designed dynamic teaching materials incorporating drama and interactive activities. Founded and managed “Act English”, a drama-based English learning initiative, collaborating with schools, theatres and cultural centers.
English Teacher (ESL) at Harrow Montessori International Kindergarten; Einstein Private Elementary; Andy Bear English Classroom; HESS International, Taiwan
August 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Language development, phonics, and creative subjects like drama and science.
Independent Travel & Cultural Experiences at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Backpacked Asia and worked in Australia (2017–2019). Gained cross-cultural communication, adaptability, and self-directed learning.
English Teacher (ESL) at Harrow Montessori International Kindergarten; Einstein Private Elementary; Andy Bear English Classroom; HESS International, Taiwan
August 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Taught English to learners of all ages, focusing on language development, phonics, and creative subjects such as drama and science. Directed and scripted memorable performances, including a mini-musical for a local competition, and taught extracurricular activities including baking, singing, and Spanish classes. Co-presented the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.
English Teacher (ESL) at Various academies and businesses, Zaragoza & Murcia, Spain
December 31, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Taught ages from children to adults, focusing on Cambridge exam preparation (A2–C2), conversational fluency, and engaging classes through games, music, crafts and activities.
Centre Manager, International Summer Camps at Bucksmore Education & Varsity International
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Managed programmes for children aged 6–16, overseeing activities, safeguarding, and staff training. Created engaging curricula and supervised pastoral care for international students.
Travel & Cultural Experiences at Self-Directed Travel
January 1, 2019 - October 14, 2025
Backpacked across Asia and worked in Australia (2017–2019), gaining cross-cultural communication skills and diverse cultural perspectives.
English Teacher (ESL) at Various academies, schools and businesses, Zaragoza & Murcia, Spain
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Taught all ages from children to adults, focusing on Cambridge exam prep (A2-C2) conversational fluency, or just fun classes through games, music, crafts and activities.
Centre Manager at Bucksmore Education & Varsity International
January 1, 2017 - October 14, 2025
Managed programmes for children aged 6–16, overseeing activities, safeguarding, and staff training. Created engaging curricula and supervised pastoral care for international students.
English Teacher (ESL) at Various academies, schools and businesses
December 31, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Taught ages from children to adults; Cambridge exam preparation (A2–C2); conversational fluency; fun classes through games, music, crafts and activities; designed dynamic teaching materials; launched and led 'Act English', a drama-based English-learning initiative; collaborated with schools, theatres and cultural centres.
Centre Manager, International Summer Camps at Bucksmore Education & Varsity International
December 31, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Managed programmes for children aged 6–16; oversaw activities, safeguarding, and staff training; created engaging curricula and supervised pastoral care for international students.
English Teacher (ESL) at Harrow Montessori International Kindergarten; Einstein Private Elementary; Andy Bear English Classroom; HESS International (Taiwan)
August 31, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Taught in Taiwan to a range of ages; focused on Cambridge exam preparation, language development, drama and science; co-presented the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees; designed and delivered drama-based lessons.
Travel & Cultural Experiences at Self-Employed
December 31, 2019 - October 20, 2025
Backpacked across Asia and worked in Australia (2017–2019); developed skills in child-centered teaching, drama coaching and curriculum design; gained international exposure and adaptability.
English Teacher (ESL) at Various academies, schools and businesses
January 1, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Taught ages from children to adults, focusing on Cambridge exam preparation (A2-C2), conversational fluency, or fun classes through games, music, crafts and activities. Designed dynamic teaching materials incorporating drama and interactive activities. Co-founded 'Act English', a drama-based English learning initiative, collaborating with schools, theatres and cultural centers. Co-presented the Chinese New Year Banquet for 400+ attendees.
Center Manager, International Summer Camps at Bucksmore Education & Varsity International
January 1, 2017 - October 20, 2025
Managed programmes for children aged 6–16, overseeing activities, safeguarding, and staff training. Created engaging curricula and supervised pastoral care for international students.
English Teacher (ESL) – Taiwan at Harrow Montessori International Kindergarten; Einstein Private Elementary; Andy Bear English Classroom; HESS International
August 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Taught across multiple institutions in Taiwan; focused on language development, phonics, and creative subjects like drama and science.
Travel & Cultural Experiences at Self-directed
January 1, 2019 - October 20, 2025
Backpacked across Asia and worked in Australia; gained cross-cultural experience, adaptability, and self-management.

Education

BA (Hons) Event Management at University of Central Lancashire, UK
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management at University of Central Lancashire, UK
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
TEFL Certification (Young Learners Specialization) at TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level at DELE
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management at University of Central Lancashire, UK
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management at University of Central Lancashire, UK
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management at University of Central Lancashire, UK
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Qualifications

TEFL Certification (Young Learners Specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
DELE Diploma – Spanish (C1 Advanced Level)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
TEFL Certification (Young Learners Specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
DELE Diploma – Spanish (C1 Advanced Level)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
TEFL Certification (Young Learners Specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
TEFL Certification (including Young Learners specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level
January 11, 2030 - October 14, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
TEFL Certification (including Young Learners specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
TEFL Certified (including Young Learners specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
BA (Hons) Event Management
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
TEFL Certified (including Young Learners specialization)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
DELE (Spanish Diploma) – C1 Advanced Level
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other