Professional Experience:
Saint Sino Jiaozuo,Henan China July and August 2014, March 2015
Oral English Teacher
• Taught seven day intensive English camps in various locations in China using Crazy English methodology
• Teaching Primary School to High School oral English to students with varying English levels.
• Creating and presenting different topics to encourage discussions.
• Created and used a “Words are Art” program.
• Organized and participated in all camp activities with local teachers and staff
Xingtai University Xingtai,Hebei China September 2014 -November 2014
Oral English Teacher
• Taught Oral English to University students of varying levels.
• Used a creative writing curriculum with my classes and had them perform in class.
• Creating and presenting different topics to encourage discussions.
• Taught IELTS and examination preparation.
• Organized and participated in all university activities with local teachers and staff
Xindun Education Shanghai, China April 2013-June 2014
Oral English Teacher
• Teaching Middle School to adult oral English to students with varying English levels.
• Creating and presenting different topics to encourage discussions.
• Hosting debates
• Teaching occasional Business English classes
• Teaching American Culture
• Non contracted Adult Classes as needed
Old Suttonians English Academy, Zhongshan, Guangdong, China November 2012-April 2013 Director of Studies
• Taught students ages 3 to adult with various English levels
• Trained and hired both Chinese and Foreign English Teachers.
• Held monthly meetings on teaching techniques and student retention.
• Developed curriculum using Cambridge English, Letterland, Jolly Phonics.
• Handled all communication between Foreign Teachers and Upper Management.
• Assisted Foreign Teachers with settling into their new position and adjusting to China.
• Wrote and implemented all syllabi and lesson plans.
Boston University, Boston, MA March 2012
B.S. in Early Childhood Education
I studied various forms of educational and curriculum methods. In my curriculum I was required to study and efficiently document the psychological and educational development of children from ages birth to twelve years old. Special studies included teacher management, teacher training, and special needs education.
Boston Language Institute, Boston, MA September 2011
Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
I taught English to adult ESL learners in a diverse classroom setting. I created and implemented six lesson plans using my own materials. I also observed the teaching of colleagues and participated in feedback sessions. The course consisted of 120 hours.
Boston University, Boston, MA June 2002
B.S. in Journalism
I studied various forms of writing and communication methods. In my curriculum I was required to study and efficiently document various events, sequential facts, and conducting interviews. I studied creative writing in various genres as well as photo journalism.
