Hi, I am Lorcan Knight. I graduated with a BA in Languages and Philosophy from the University of Leeds_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and hold a TEFL certificate from Costa Rica. I enjoy teaching English to learners of all ages and backgrounds, and I love helping students communicate with confidence in multilingual settings. My experience includes classrooms in Barcelona and Costa Rica, where I adapted to diverse learning styles and kept lessons engaging. Beyond the classroom, I contribute to education and community projects as a research assistant and seminar leader. I've supported youth education at Xaverian College, collaborated on policy-focused NGO work in Valencia, and volunteered with local groups in Manchester and Barcelona. I'm passionate about education, critical thinking, and making learning accessible to everyone.

Lorcan Knight

Hi, I am Lorcan Knight. I graduated with a BA in Languages and Philosophy from the University of Leeds_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and hold a TEFL certificate from Costa Rica. I enjoy teaching English to learners of all ages and backgrounds, and I love helping students communicate with confidence in multilingual settings. My experience includes classrooms in Barcelona and Costa Rica, where I adapted to diverse learning styles and kept lessons engaging. Beyond the classroom, I contribute to education and community projects as a research assistant and seminar leader. I've supported youth education at Xaverian College, collaborated on policy-focused NGO work in Valencia, and volunteered with local groups in Manchester and Barcelona. I'm passionate about education, critical thinking, and making learning accessible to everyone.

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Hi, I am Lorcan Knight. I graduated with a BA in Languages and Philosophy from the University of Leeds_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) and hold a TEFL certificate from Costa Rica. I enjoy teaching English to learners of all ages and backgrounds, and I love helping students communicate with confidence in multilingual settings. My experience includes classrooms in Barcelona and Costa Rica, where I adapted to diverse learning styles and kept lessons engaging.

Beyond the classroom, I contribute to education and community projects as a research assistant and seminar leader. I’ve supported youth education at Xaverian College, collaborated on policy-focused NGO work in Valencia, and volunteered with local groups in Manchester and Barcelona. I’m passionate about education, critical thinking, and making learning accessible to everyone.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

English Teacher at MY English School, Barcelona
September 1, 2025 - Present
Delivered face-to-face classes to students of all levels and ages.
Shop Assistant at Barbakan Delicatessen Ltd
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Provided excellent customer service to the community and completed administrative tasks for the shop manager.
Educational Support Assistant at Xaverian College
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Supported 16–18-year-old neurodivergent students with revision techniques and timetabling; assisted students with dyslexia, ADHD and autism; delivered specialized support for philosophy, politics, English literature and Spanish.
Public Affairs Research Assistant at Second Life NGO
October 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supported policy research on waste management and marine pollution; co-led research design on marine plastic pollution policies; supported grant applications to governmental organisations.
English Teacher at Centro de Idiomas Intercultura
November 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Delivered high-quality English classes to mostly advanced students (levels B1–B2); created up to 20 hours of engaging lessons weekly; invigilated assessments and graded assignments.
Core Crew Member at Woodville Project
June 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Worked on projects building and furnishing boutique glamping tents for events across the UK; guided new workers and revised their work to ensure quality control; demonstrated leadership and logistics skills; led small teams to complete project tasks.
Core Crew Member at Woodville Project
June 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Continued to contribute to projects building and furnishing boutique glamping tents for events across the UK; further developed leadership and coordination skills.
Producer of Philosophy (Seminar Leader for Level 1 students) at University of Leeds
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Planned weekly philosophy seminars for Level 1 students; used Socratic questioning to facilitate meaningful discussions and foster respectful dialogue.
Volunteer at BIO MA, Barcelona
September 1, 2025 - Present
Weekly volunteering sessions at a community garden with practical and cultural workshops; provides a green space for the neighbourhood.
Volunteer at Friends of Chorlton Meadows
September 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Attended weekly volunteering sessions to maintain a local nature reserve; learned conservation skills such as building dead hedges, invasive species removal, coppicing and scything.
English Teacher at MY English School
September 1, 2025 - Present
Delivered face-to-face classes to students of all levels and ages.
Professor of Philosophy (Seminar Leader) at University of Leeds
September 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Planned weekly seminars for Level 1 Philosophy students. Used Socratic questioning to facilitate meaningful philosophical discussion. Constructed a respectful environment conducive to the development and articulation of students’ personal opinions.
Volunteer at BIO MA
September 1, 2025 - Present
Weekly volunteering sessions at a community garden hosting practical and cultural workshops/events, providing a green space for the neighbourhood.
Volunteer at Friends of Charlton Meadows
September 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Attended weekly volunteering sessions to maintain the local nature reserve; learned practical conservation skills such as building dead hedges, invasive species removal, coppicing and scything.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Philosophy at University of Leeds
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
BA Languages and Philosophy at University of Leeds
September 1, 2019 - August 31, 2023

Qualifications

TEFL Certificate
October 1, 2023 - January 20, 2026
TEFL Certificate
October 1, 2023 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet