Antony Wildman is a highly qualified educator and teacher trainer with multiple Master’s degrees and specialized diplomas in English Language Teaching (ELT), Linguistics, and Literature, reflecting a deep commitment to language and pedagogical expertise.
- Advanced Degrees (MA Level) – M.A. TESOL (with E.A.P. and Linguistics specialisms) (Merit) from Sheffield Hallam University (August 2021). M.A. Literature and Cultural History from Liverpool John Moores University (February 2002).
- BA (Honours) English Studies 2.1 from the University of Sunderland (June 1994)
- ELT Diplomas/Certifications – Trinity Diploma TESOL (November 2013) and Trinity Certificate TESOL (July 2003). Also holds a Cambridge CELTA YL (September 2013).
- Specialized Trainer Qualifications – Trinity TYLEC Tutor and Trainer (January 2016 – present). Local Cambridge DELTA Tutor (2015 – present).
- Examination Expertise – IELTS Speaking and Writing Examiner (January 2015 – Present). He re-certified as an examiner in March 2024.
- Management Certification – IH Certificate in E-Moderating (December 2015) and IH Certificate in Educational Management (June 2015).
- IT Skills – Holds the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) and Promethean Skills Certification (Interactive white board course), both obtained in 2006 and 2010, respectively.
Teaching Experience and Quality Management
Mr. Wildman has a long and varied teaching career since 2003, with significant roles at the British Council globally and in international bilingual education in Vietnam, specializing in curriculum design and teacher training.
Teaching Roles and Focus
He has taught General English (EAL/ESL) and English for Specific Purpose (ESP) and Exam English to Young Learners and Adults since 2003. His experience includes roles across multiple countries (Japan, Romania, Morocco, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Libya, Hong Kong, and Vietnam).
- Current/Recent Teaching: Currently works as a Part-Time Standby Literature, Language, and IELTS Teacher at Wellspring International Bilingual School, HCMC (May 2024 – Present). His teaching involves English Language and Arts (Literature linked to and assessed under the American Common Core Curriculum) and English for Specific Purposes (principally with an IELTS focus) with Secondary and High School students.
- Specialist Instruction: He has designed, taught, and delivered courses in Study Skills, Critical and Creative Thinking Skills, Academic and General Writing skills, and Presentation Skills to all levels of Secondary education.
Quality Management and Curriculum Design
Mr. Wildman has extensive experience as a Curriculum Coordinator and Academic Manager, demonstrating leadership in quality assurance and pedagogical development.
- Curriculum Leadership: He was the Curriculum Coordinator for the Middle School English Language and Arts (ELA) program at Wellspring Saigon, where he led a team to design curriculum, lessons, and formative and summative assessments linked to U.S. CCS standards (Grade 6 to Grade 9). He also worked with the ESL Courses Coordinator to develop ESP materials and courses.
- British Council Course Planning: He led teams on national roll-outs and course planning for annual and summer courses (HCMC and Kuwait). He designed syllabi, assessments, and lessons for full courses across primary, secondary, and upper secondary levels.
- Large-Scale Course Delivery: He was responsible for planning the syllabi and content for the BC Vietnam Explore Summer 2021 national 8 week summer courses, which were delivered across 6 centers to over 7,000 Primary, Secondary, and High School students.
- Technology Integration: He holds a qualification in online learning (e-moderation) and is skilled at integrating technology, mobile, and online learning into syllabi.
Teacher Training and Professional Development (PD)
He has been a teacher-trainer since 2009 and held leadership roles managing PD systems.
- Trainer and Tutor: He is a Trinity TYLEC and Diploma tutor, trainer, and was head of the TYLEC and Diploma courses for the BC HCMC for 2 years. He is also a Local Diploma tutor.
- PD Management: He was responsible for managing the training courses, professional development system, and INSETT for 10 managers and over 50 teachers for the British Council HCMC.
- Global Impact: In 2021, he designed and delivered a course of training on teaching online for over 100 teachers at the British Council Vietnam. This training was shared globally throughout the British Council.
Research and Achievements
Mr. Wildman’s achievements are demonstrated through substantial management success, professional training leadership, and academic study focused on specific ELT domains.
Management and Operational Achievements
- School Program Management: Managed the Middle and High School ELA and IELTS/ESL programs and a team of over 8 teachers and 10 teaching assistants at Wellspring Saigon (2022–2024).
- Centre Management (British Council): Has over six years’ teaching centre management experience with the British Council. He managed the budget, scheduling, courses, and a team of over 20 teachers, 20 teaching assistants, and a customer management team serving over 400 students at the Brendon Young Learner British Council Teaching Centre for 2 years.
- Centre Development: He successfully expanded and developed the Brendon centre in terms of student numbers, teacher satisfaction, and the upgrading of classroom and teacher support facilities.
Academic and Research Focus
While the sources do not list formal, published research articles or grants, his achievements include advanced academic study and specialized examination development:
- MA Specialization: His M.A. TESOL included specialisms in E.A.P. (English for Academic Purposes) and Linguistics.
- Exam Content Development: He has significant experience teaching and developing courses for the IELTS examination and the Cambridge YL suite of exams.
- Training Curriculum Development: He was a trainer for ICELT and TKT courses for 8 MA graduates for a major British Council teacher-training project in Libya
