Dilek Eccles Email & Phone Number

As part of my enrollment in the Friends Teacher Preparation Program, I have been at Fireside Elementary School in Louisville, Colorado for the entirety of the 2023-2024 school year. Work in tandem with my mentor teacher for the duration of the school year: - Leading around 80% of lessons by January, including the daily morning meeting-Collaborating with.

As a substitute teacher, I learned the importance of flexibility and adaptability in education, as well as the power of establishing community within your classroom and your school. During three years, I worked every week, sometimes every school day, and was able to push into every classroom in the school--not just PK-5th grade, but also the autism.

I was in charge of JASC's social media, increasing followers and outreach on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

I was responsible for bringing Japan to schools in the Denver Metro and Boulder region, through JASC's Japan in the Schools program. Visiting elementary and middle schools in both Denver Public Schools and Boulder Valley School Districts, I gave students a taste of Japan through interactive presentations.

Using my experiences in Japan, as well as formal studies of Japanese language and culture, I advised local individuals and businesses on business communications with, and travel to, Japan. My seminars were tailor-made to suit individual needs and concerns, helping clients avoid any cultural faux pas--from the board room to the karaoke bar. In addition, I.

Successfully ran a culturally and educationally centered nonprofit—working in tandem with the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Created, planned and executed a variety of events—both small and large—for varying demographic groups. Engaged with community leaders and c-suite professionals, while promoting JASC and its mission. Utilized.

In addition to serving as Marketing Manager, I also oversaw the company's China product for a time--transforming calls from potential clients into tailor-made tours around China. My organizational skills lead to a series of successful events hosted by the company, which increased our exposure to new clients. This was an incredibly diverse setting, and my.

My time in Japan was full of a variety of experiences; in addition to working in a local government office, where I did mainly translating, I also lead classes for locals at the international center in my town. I established connections I still hold today, through my commitment to immersion within my community. I also experienced firsthand the complexities.

Teaching Certification, 1St

The Friends Teacher Preparation Program is a yearlong endeavor which includes courses through CU Denver, and weekly seminars with various.

Masters, Radio Journalism

Activities and Societies: Class representative

Bachelor Of Arts, Journalism And Mass Communications, Asian Languages And Literature (Japanese)

Activities and Societies: KRUI (student radio station) director, newsreader and disc jockey for four years; student representative of.

Intensive Language Summer School, Japanese Language

Activities and Societies: Outstanding Student Award, Japanese Language SchoolThis intensive, nine-week program, allowed me to reach full.

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