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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

I instructed ELL, low-level literacy, and students with special needs in reading and writing skills, as well as interview skills and resume writing.I track attendance, log student achievements, update case notes, and file testing paperwork.I provide basic IT support to staff and students.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

I instructed students in small groups in grades 4-6 ELA classes.I assessed student progress toward annual goals.I provided classroom coverage as needed.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

I taught English as a Foreign Language classes to 2nd & 3rd grade students at a private elementary school.I additionally taught an English Seminar class to 4th-6th grade students.

Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

I taught supplementary English conversation classes using the Westgate curriculum at a private high school, giving students maximum opportunity to speak English in a welcoming environment where mistakes were encouraged as part of improving language skills. In this role, I was able to creatively approach lesson planning; tailoring my lessons, presentations, and assignments to the needs, interests, and ability levels of my students. Since I joined, I saw a marked improvement in student… Show more I taught supplementary English conversation classes using the Westgate curriculum at a private high school, giving students maximum opportunity to speak English in a welcoming environment where mistakes were encouraged as part of improving language skills. In this role, I was able to creatively approach lesson planning; tailoring my lessons, presentations, and assignments to the needs, interests, and ability levels of my students. Since I joined, I saw a marked improvement in student attitudes as I strove to encourage communication in English with not only me, but also their fellow classmates. Show less

Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

As part of the Japan Exchange & Teaching Program, I initially taught English classes alongside Home-Room Teachers, creating games and activities to introduce students to the language and culture in order to foster an interest for future study. During my tenure, I aided in the gov-mandated transition of English from a supplementary course to a core content course with an established curriculum. Student language competency and literacy improved drastically over the course of my 4 years on… Show more As part of the Japan Exchange & Teaching Program, I initially taught English classes alongside Home-Room Teachers, creating games and activities to introduce students to the language and culture in order to foster an interest for future study. During my tenure, I aided in the gov-mandated transition of English from a supplementary course to a core content course with an established curriculum. Student language competency and literacy improved drastically over the course of my 4 years on the Program, as it was and is my firm belief that students can learn quickly when given the right opportunities and encouragement.Additionally, I worked through the Kuroishi City Board of Education in an official capacity to facilitate international cooperation and understanding outside schools through translation/interpretation assignments, cultural seminars for senior citizens, and Summer English camps for Junior High School students. Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Under the supervision of the JCTC Learning Commons, I assisted students with the writing process and provided advice for essays, writing projects, and assignments from all disciplines. I worked with students of all age groups and backgrounds, and was heavily requested, with personal time-slot requests often exceeding my availability. Students on several occasions even came to me for academic advising and course selection advice due to the level of trust that I fostered in this role. My… Show more Under the supervision of the JCTC Learning Commons, I assisted students with the writing process and provided advice for essays, writing projects, and assignments from all disciplines. I worked with students of all age groups and backgrounds, and was heavily requested, with personal time-slot requests often exceeding my availability. Students on several occasions even came to me for academic advising and course selection advice due to the level of trust that I fostered in this role. My cooperation and camaraderie with fellow consultants and LC staff was very positive as well. I left this role with a bittersweet feeling, only after being granted the opportunity of a lifetime to work in Japan by being selected for the JET Program. Show less

Louisville, Kentucky Area

I assisted customers as a cashier and as a photo specialist, and stepped in to assist customers whose first language was not English, often utilizing my bilingual skills.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

I aided staff to coordinate the summer youth refugee program, instructed a class for refugee teenagers that emphasized basic literacy and classroom etiquette, and mentored refugee youth on education and life in the U.S.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

I helped staff and faculty facilitate the Asian Studies Department in the College of Arts and Sciences. I designed the 2014 Lang Seminar flyer and the Spring 2014 Asian Studies Newsletter, which included conducting personal interviews with program faculty.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

I assisted teachers in classes for newly arrived refugee youth; helped coordinate daily activities and weekly field trips/events of the summer youth program; and aided staff and case workers in accessing case files, assisting clients, and updated Agency Website.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Teaching

Bachelor’S Degree, Asian Studies & Diverse Community Engagement

Activities and Societies: Honors Program Graduated Cum Laude as a double major in both Asian Studies and Diverse Community Engagement (.

Summer Study Abroad, Chinese Language And Literature

I spent a month in Beijing, China studying intensive Mandarin Chinese during the summer between my Sophomore and Junior years of college..