HENRY RAWSTORNE
HELSINKI,18
Summary
Dedicated educator and Master of Arts in English seeking to bring a rich, interdisciplinary approach to English language.
Successful at teaching classes via pre-recorded video and live conferencing. Well-versed in English language rules, idioms, and standard practices. Knowledgeable about working with international students.
Veteran Educator offering 20+ years of English instruction experience. Excellent communication, relationship-building and organizational skills. Strong command of online learning management systems, with skill in developing engaging curriculum to foster student engagement and comprehension. Versed in lesson-planning and implementation of innovative instruction resources.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Teacher and Lecturer
Helsingiin Työväenopisto
09.2019 - Current
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Online & classroom courses
English Teacher
Omnia, Espoon Työväenopisto
09.2017 - Current
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
- Incorporated diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles and engage all students in the material effectively.
- Online & Classroom courses
English Teacher & Lecturer
Hiiden Opisto
09.2011 - Current
- Facilitating English language acquisition for diverse groups (7–25 students), focusing on immersive communication and confidence building.
- Developing and delivering specialized lectures on English Culture and Literature (e.g., Shakespeare, Austen), connecting classical texts to broader human themes.
- Over 15 years of experience in adult and community education (Wahren Opisto 2001–2011, Salon Kansalaisopisto 2010–2016).
Managing Director / Consultant
HGR International Ltd
02.2010 - Current
- Managing international communications and cultural translation.
- Expert in bridging the gap between Nordic and British cultural/business practices, a skill that translates to teaching students the nuances of global citizenship.
English Language Trainer
HGR International / Uusioaines Oy
01.2008 - Current
- Providing one-to-one and group coaching, adapting teaching methods to meet the specific rhythmic and cognitive needs of individual learners.
Educational Writer (English Text Composition)
Otava Kirjapaino
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Co-authored and composed creative content for the Destinations 2 and Destinations 3 student textbooks.
- Developed pedagogical materials designed to engage students through narrative and contextual learning.
Education
Eton College
United Kingdom07-1988
Fine Art Foundation Course - undefined
Camberwell College of Art and Design
UK01-1989
High School Diploma -
Eton College
United Kingdom07-1988
Skills
- Active listening
- Time management
- Technology integration: Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, Padlet, Quizlet
- Student engagement
- Classroom technology
- Digital media presentations
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
Accomplishments
- Achieved high level teaching success by introducing online materials on Google Drive, Moodle, Google Meet, Zoom and Teams for vocabulary building, comprehension and grammar building tasks.
- Co-author of adult English-Finnish resource “Destinations 1 & 2,” published by Otava (now part of Finnlectura Oy) 2015 & 2016.
Certification
Master of Arts in English
Interests
Literature: Deep interest in the works of Shakespeare and the English Romantic period, Arts: Active engagement with graphic art, contemporary art, and Renaissance architecture, Media: Analytical interest in English-language media and its impact on current events
Tennis, swimming and skiing
Native speaker of English, intermediate Finnish language and elementary French
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
English Teacher and Lecturer
Helsingiin Työväenopisto
09.2019 - Current
English Teacher
Omnia, Espoon Työväenopisto
09.2017 - Current
Educational Writer (English Text Composition)
Otava Kirjapaino
08.2013 - 01.2016
English Teacher & Lecturer
Hiiden Opisto
09.2011 - Current
Managing Director / Consultant
HGR International Ltd
02.2010 - Current
English Language Trainer
HGR International / Uusioaines Oy
01.2008 - Current
Fine Art Foundation Course - undefined
Camberwell College of Art and Design
Eton College
High School Diploma -
Eton College