Objective
A flexible, challenging position as a foreign language instructor within the Asian Pacific Rim
Highlights of Qualifications
Effective, energetic, and resourceful educator with demonstrated ability to interact with groups of people from diverse backgrounds and skill levels. Well-organized with proven ability to effectively prioritize work. Completing multiple, concurrent assignments in a timely and professional manner. Highly motivated and results-oriented individual. Able to work independently or cooperatively as part of a team to accomplish goals.
Skills: Practical Teaching Practicum, Psychology of Early Childhood, Early Childhood Education, Community Relations, Discipline and Classroom Management, Multicultural Classroom, Multiethnic Teaching Techniques, SAT/IELTS examiner, A-Level core subject teacher, 6 years experience with international elementary students, 12 years experiences with international young adults
Certificates: STEM 2013, IB LANG & LIT 2011, CELTA 2004, and TEFL 2001
Languages: Native English, high competency with Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, French, and German
Education
West Governors University – Utah 2010-2014 Educational Sciences: Pre-K - 8 GPA: 3.6 Activities: Debate & Chess team; student mentoring; world classroom; practicum in K-3 classrooms. Successfully completed coursework includes Heath, Science, Math, and History for general core subjects for pre-kindergarten through grade 8; received training in Special Education for mild to moderate disabilities; Instructional Planning; and Organizational development. .
Gordon university – Illinois May 2001 Computer Science GPA: 3.1 Activities: Cycling, Volleyball, Fan subbing, and Karate. Successfully completed coursework includes Artificial Intelligence, Object-Oriented Development, and Java Development
Boston University –Massachusetts 1995 – 1998 Linguistics & Computer Science GPA: 3.3 Activities: Treasurer Anime Society, Tai Chi, Kenpo, and Scuba Diving. Successfully completed coursework includes Relational Database Theory, C/C++ Programming, and Network Programming
Work Experience
QIQI CULTURE EXCHANGE COMPANYN 2013 – Now
World Classroom project coordinator
Advised and contributed to curriculum development at local schools and universities for cultural awareness, ethnic identity, life skills, and academic study skills in core subjects. Guideded students through the process of study abroad in EU & USA based programs. Tutored grades 8-12 in GSCE, A-LEVEL, AP, and IB core subject courses. Mentored study skills for SAT, SSAT, IELTS, TOEFL, AP, and collegiate bridge program.
JINCAI HIGH SCHOOL INTL DIVISION 2012 – 2013
ESL/ENG B IB coordinator
Developed ESL/IB Eng B curriculum for grades 6 to 12. Coordinated and taught ESL/IB English. Served as coach for the World Scholars Cup and Innovation with Multimedia club. Designed and implemented classes for A-Level core subject co-teaching, IELTS, University Preparation, and high stakes testing. Revised student portfolio and assessment to align with changes in IBO and international guidelines
FUDAN HIGH SCHOOL INTL DIVISION 2010 – 2012
Foreign Language Instructor
Developed ESL/English curriculum for grades 1 to 12. Taught ICT courses and IB English. Served as coach for the World Scholars Cup and Music Club. Designed and implemented classes for SAT, TOEFL, Academic Study Skills, and University Preparation Program. Revised monitoring of student progress to include individual portfolios and in-service staff trainings.
BEIJING TRADE & BUSINESS COMPANY,LTD 2009 – 2010
IT General Manager
Lead as a creative and strategic problem solver while motivating team; coordinate project arrangements throughout China; consistently meet or exceed timeline constraints for projects; manage quality deliverables and gain satisfied customers
Shanghai Korean School – Shanghai, China 2007 – 2009
Foreign Language Instructor
Develop curriculum and served as grade 7 to 12 English instructor. Assisted with computer lab and gave multimedia tutoring to students. Served as the staff mentor for the Games Club. Assisted with TOEFL and TOEIC. Provided feedback and error correction to teachers and students on progress of individual progress
Shanghai University – Shanghai, China 2002 – 2006 Foreign Language Instructor
Develop curriculum and served 2 years as a course co-coordinator of undergraduate students. Provide tutoring to special needs students on an as-needed basis. Assisted with IELTS, GRE, GMAT, CET. Provide feedback and error correction to teachers and students on progress of individual progress
Envisionet computer services, inc. – Brunswick, Maine 2000 – 2002 “Super Queue” Beta-test engineer Maintained service level of contracts above and beyond those specified by Microsoft & MSN. Beta testing for Microsoft in Mars, Web Companion, IMPACT, Xbox, and other projects. High regard for customer experience and usability. Further development of interpersonal & technical skills
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