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Education and Certification

International TEFL Academy Chicago, Illinois, USA
TEFL/TESOL Certificate July 2013
• 150 hours of course work
• 20 hours of practicum

University of San Francisco San Francisco, California, USA
Bachelors of Arts in Sociology May 2012
• Study Abroad- John Cabot University, Rome, Italy 2009-2010
• Concentration in Cultural Anthropology

Related Work Experience
Kid Castle Educational Corporation Yangpu, Shanghai, China
English Teacher September 2013- Present
• Instructed children ages four to twelve years old in a formal classroom setting
• Prepared lesson plans outlining goals and expected learning difficulties to ensure effective learning
• Developed creative activities and games targeting pronunciation, grammar and fluency that catered to a range of learning styles and abilities
• Employed effective classroom management skills to maintain a comfortable learning environment conducive to learning

Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County San Jose, California, USA
Volunteer ESL Citizenship Tutor April-September 2013
• Worked with individuals and small groups of English language learners to improve conversational skills, vocabulary and proficiency with grammar
• Assisted students with reading, writing, listening and speaking abilities as well as devising supplemental activities to deepen students comprehension of English language




San Jose State University San Jose, California, USA
Classroom Observer June-September 2013
• Observed pedagogical methods, lesson content, activities and resources used with adult English language learners in an ESL classroom
• Achieved hands-on experience with English language learners through class participation and teacher assistance

Mission Beacon San Francisco, California, USA
Classroom Volunteer January- May 2011
• Led weekly art classes for native and ESL students at Everett Middle School
• Provided tutoring services for students in grammar, composition, and mathematics
• Supervised large groups of students and mediated conflict
• Created and managed Mission Beacon’s page to generate publicity for the non-profit organization

Additional Work Experience
Party Helpers Catering San Jose, California, USA
Server April-September 2013
• Oversaw all aspects of high-profile and large-scale social and corporate events
• Collaborated with chefs, event coordinators, and various staff members in planning and executing successful events
• Assisted in the training of new staff and demonstrated excellent communication with cliene

Petroglyph Ceramics Lounge Los Gatos, California, USA
Art Assistant June 2008-August 2010
• Oversaw the lounge, kiln, and register at popular pottery painting studio
• Demonstrated painting techniques and provided instruction to individuals, large groups, and parties
• Developed interpersonal relationships with both clients and staff over the course of three summers
• Trained other employees to operate kiln, glaze pottery, and craft creative demos for the lounge

Skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to connect with people of all backgrounds
• Skillful writing, organization, and research abilities
• Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint) and social media
• Adaptable in a multitude of environments and experience living and working abroad