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Valencia, Es

Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain

-MYP Individuals and Societies teacher for MYP 2. -Coordinator for MYP Individuals and Societies IMFOR MYP 2 and MYP 3-Member of Kiva anti-bullying program -MYP 2 home room teacher

Valencia, Spain

-English, Natural Science, Social Science, Music, and Religion teacher for Years 3-6-Plan interactive, communicative, and engaging lessons-Assess student achievement by creating formative, summative, and performance-based assessments-Provide students with feedback in a positively motivated learning environment-Incorporate 21st Century Skills: communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity and innovation in the the classroom-Teach for Global Competency using… Show more -English, Natural Science, Social Science, Music, and Religion teacher for Years 3-6-Plan interactive, communicative, and engaging lessons-Assess student achievement by creating formative, summative, and performance-based assessments-Provide students with feedback in a positively motivated learning environment-Incorporate 21st Century Skills: communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity and innovation in the the classroom-Teach for Global Competency using thinking routines (see, think, wonder/ 3 why's/ etc.) and Visual Thinking Show less

Qingdao, Shandong, China

-Lead a team of educators to implement the American Common Core curriculum to help prepare Chinese students to study in the United States public school system and universities. -Developed educational systems, processes and policies to meet curriculum goals.-Developed unique and interactive educational programs and courses for students.-Developed and implement academic enhancement programs for students.-Provideed training and assist teachers in implementation of… Show more -Lead a team of educators to implement the American Common Core curriculum to help prepare Chinese students to study in the United States public school system and universities. -Developed educational systems, processes and policies to meet curriculum goals.-Developed unique and interactive educational programs and courses for students.-Developed and implement academic enhancement programs for students.-Provideed training and assist teachers in implementation of curriculum.-Assisted in creating teacher and students schedules and report cards.-Managed teacher and student resources and assist in selecting and purchasing school supplies.-Planned student extra curricular activities and community service projects. Show less

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

At 北大附中 International School, I am currently the head of the International Social Studies department. My responsibilities are to create and manage the Social Studies curriculum for our school, as well as all the affiliated schools of Weiming International. I also teach World History and US History Hybrid accelerated courses. As an extracurricular class, I also teach Music and a Study Skills module.

Qingdao, Shandong, China

-Facilitated the implementation of Harvard University Graduate School of Education’s research project: “Project Zero”, which is designed to increase the Global Competency in students across all levels of the curriculum -Coordinated bi-weekly learning community meetings within the school to discuss classroom pedagogy, methodologies, and research-based practices to increase Global Competency in students-Coordinated monthly meetings online with Harvard University to discuss Global… Show more -Facilitated the implementation of Harvard University Graduate School of Education’s research project: “Project Zero”, which is designed to increase the Global Competency in students across all levels of the curriculum -Coordinated bi-weekly learning community meetings within the school to discuss classroom pedagogy, methodologies, and research-based practices to increase Global Competency in students-Coordinated monthly meetings online with Harvard University to discuss Global Competency goals for Project Zero and to reveal monthly data on Project Zero’s implementation. -Planned and organized semesterly workshops in coordination with Harvard University Graduate School of Education and Weiming School’s project coordinators from nine other campuses. For more information, visit Project Zero’s website: www.pz.harvard.edu Show less

Valencia, Spain

As a private drum teacher, I have taught students ranging from ages 7-15. My classes have been designed to teach students how to progress on their instruments by understanding and perfecting the basics. This progression is monitored week by week with tests and goals that the student and I agree upon during class. Drumming for nearly 20 years, I have played in various musical ensembles. In the United States, I was the drummer for up-and-coming progressive rock band IMBALA, winners of the 2010… Show more As a private drum teacher, I have taught students ranging from ages 7-15. My classes have been designed to teach students how to progress on their instruments by understanding and perfecting the basics. This progression is monitored week by week with tests and goals that the student and I agree upon during class. Drumming for nearly 20 years, I have played in various musical ensembles. In the United States, I was the drummer for up-and-coming progressive rock band IMBALA, winners of the 2010 Philadelphia $10,000 Battle of the Bands. In 2010, we, Imbala, released our debut album "Simplexity," currently on sale on iTunes worldwide. In China, I have performed with various artists around the city, including the cover bands United Nations, Good Times, and Billy and the Kids. Show less

Valencia, Spain

Freelance translations for Chinese to Spanish, Spanish to English, or Chinese to English. Verbal translations for meetings, presentations, and business trips.

Valencia, Spain

• Teaching English as a Second Language to kindergarten and primary students, with an age range of 3-11. • Lead foreign teacher for all classes. Tasks include lesson planning, classroom management, written and oral testing, activity planning, and student evaluations.

Zhongshan, Guangdong, China

Direct and manage the Bond English Music program. Conductor of the All Star Band that provides students with a chance to display their talents on their instruments, while exercising and improving their English skills through music.

Zhongshan, Guangdong, China

As an English teacher at Bond Language Institute, I've taught English as a Foriegn Language to students from kindergarten to twelveth grade. This position has increased my cultural awareness, being that I'm currently in China. It has also improved my language teacher and learning skills, as well as my communication skills with both kids and adults. Bond Language Institute provides me with intensive Chinese lessons, as well as cultural classes such as martial arts, and cooking. In the future, I… Show more As an English teacher at Bond Language Institute, I've taught English as a Foriegn Language to students from kindergarten to twelveth grade. This position has increased my cultural awareness, being that I'm currently in China. It has also improved my language teacher and learning skills, as well as my communication skills with both kids and adults. Bond Language Institute provides me with intensive Chinese lessons, as well as cultural classes such as martial arts, and cooking. In the future, I am looking to become fluent in Mandarin. Show less

San Diego, California

As a history teacher at the San Diego Historical Society, I assisted and lead classes of 3rd grade inner-city students from Title 1 schools. These schools have been taken over by the state because of insuffiecient performance scores and socio-economic concerns. In these classes, the we helped integrate the material they were learning in their schools with the information and exhibits that were available in the museum.

Master'S Degree, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

B.A., History Education, Minor In Latin

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