Zeke D. Taylor Email & Phone Number

California, United States

• Communicated with parents regarding student progress on a regular basis via email, Google classroom, phone • Consulted with general education classroom teachers and DIS providers regardingindividual student’s IEP objectives• Coordinated assessment procedures with IEP team members e.g., gather data, conductedevaluation procedures, communicated with parents and teachers• Coordinated IEP development, e.g. scheduled meeting dates, contacted participants, assistedparents, and other activities necessary to develop and complete IEPs• Coordinated special education services with designated support providers and generaleducation school programs for each student enrolled in the program • Created a physical environment that engaged all students• Implemented an appropriate behavioral classroom management system and establish aclimate that promotes fairness, respect, social development and responsibility Implement an appropriate behavioral classroom management system and assist generaleducation teachers to implement behavior goals and plans• Participated in pre-meetings and Student Study Team meetings as appropriate.• Planned, developed, evaluated and implemented appropriate Individual Education Program goalsfor students with disabilities.• Provided instructional services on an individual, small group and whole class basis inorder to fulfill the objectives specified on the written Individualized Education Programsand grade level curricula• Provided resource information/materials, and in-service training to general education staffand parents.• Served as Case Manager to monitor student progress on a regular basis and oversaw thereview and revision of IEPs and triennials• Utilized current technological applications that are appropriate to the subject matter andstudent’s disabilities.

San Diego, California, United States

• Tough students with disabilities the basic learning skills as directed by the student's IEP• Developed and used instructional materials for verbal and visual instruction of students with wide range of physical and emotional maturities• Assessed pupil progress on a regular basis, revising the IEP at least on an annual basis and referring to the Special Education Team for further study when appropriate• Assisted in screening and diagnostic testing including active participation of educationally appropriate tests • Provided consultation and assistance in curriculum planning with teachers regarding attainment of the IEP objectives and goals for mainstreamed children• Diagnosed, where appropriate, deficiencies in reading, spelling and arithmetic skills, auditory and visual perception and fine and gross motor coordination

• Accommodated and assisted students with disabilities ranging from mild to severe • Provided personal care tutelage and life coaching to students with developmental and physical disabilities • Advised and supported regular and special education content area teachers in multiple settings and curricula

• Developed engaging, tech-oriented world history courses which emphasized primary/secondary source analysis, critical thinking, and persuasive writing • Taught four socio-economically/ethnically diverse world history courses with 100% control over all aspects of classes and curricula • Received high commendations from faculty and students with an 87% grade average

Greater San Diego Area

• Updated International Tax and Trade "Import Compliance" handbook• Provided content editing for internal website

Greater San Diego Area

(Formerly known as the School of International Relations and Pacific studies) The UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS) addresses the crucial societal challenges of the 21st century. The School’s pioneering research builds on internationally recognized expertise of the Americas and Asia, integrates analysis of public policy and markets, and explores global issues of conflict and cooperation. GPS is well renowned for its academic rigor and outstanding faculty members. The two-year Master of International Affairs (MIA), full time degree program focuses on the Americas and Asia. During my time at GPS, I focused on international politics with a regional specialization in Latin America. My coursework spans qualitative and quantitative analysis of world affairs, public policy issues, and the global marketplace. The tools and skill-set taken from studies are particularly geared for careers in international education, project management, and program coordination.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

The Institute of International Education (IIE) is a 501(c) organization which focuses on International Student Exchange and Aid, Foreign Affairs, and International Peace and Security. Through a cooperative agreement with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at the U.S. Department of State, IIE collaborates in the development of the global EducationUSA advising network by providing programmatic and administrative infrastructure for 14 Regional Educational Advising Coordinators (REACs) to enhance the quality of the 400 EducationUSA advising centers throughout the world. EducationUSA centers actively promote U.S. higher education around the world by offering accurate, unbiased, comprehensive, objective and timely information about educational institutions in the United States and guidance to qualified individuals on how best to access those opportunities. • Developed and delivered post-conference analysis to U.S. Department of State• Provided logistics of annual international EducationUSA conference with over 500 participants from more than 40 countries• Planned, developed, administered, and evaluated international visitor exchange and leadership programs for the Institute of International Educational (IIE)• Served as a liaison between foreign government officials and IIE• Delivered accommodation, visa, and administrative logistics for 5th annual EducationUSA Forum attendees • Prepared written materials including: briefing materials, drafting documents, facilitating agendas and follow-up from meetings, processing meeting notes, and information requests • Demonstrated ability of using qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze conference management processes • Developed and delivered quantitative and qualitative post-conference analysis to U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) using Survey Monkey, PowerPoint, and Excel

Oita, Japan

The Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (語学指導等を行う外国青年招致事業 or JET Program (JETプログラム Jetto Puroguramu) is one of the largest exchange programs in the world. The JET Program is a Japanese government initiative that brings college (university) graduates—mostly native speakers of English—to Japan as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) and Sports Education Advisors (SEAs) in Japanese kindergartens, elementary, junior high and high schools, or as Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs) in local governments and boards of education. JET Program participants are collectively called JETs. • Designed original English language curriculum for 3 Japanese public high schools of over 400 students • Coordinated and guided students to pass college entrance exams with goal of matriculating into 4-year universities• Identified complex language challenges and developed and implemented appropriate pedagogical solutions• Served as JET regional advisor for U.S. citizens and foreign nationals• Worked with students from varied backgrounds, educational levels while creating a positive, learning focused environment • Facilitated small group activities emphasizing critical learning • Contributed constructive feedback to program structure and management procedures • Demonstrated methodology to faculty through mock lessons and skills workshops • Organized extracurricular opportunities such as speech contests and monthly English journals • Evaluated students monthly via academic reports and exams • Created trusting atmosphere through sensitivity to students’ strengths, weaknesses, and personal learning styles• Integrated with local culture: learning cultural norms, developing professional relationships, and participating in local organizations such as the town English club • Built rapport with students, colleagues, and families from a wide range of cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds

Greater San Diego Area

Kaiser Permanente is an integrated managed care consortium, based in Oakland, California, United States, founded in 1945 by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and physician Sidney Garfield. Kaiser Permanente is made up of three distinct but interdependent groups of entities: the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. (KFHP) and its regional operating subsidiaries; Kaiser Foundation Hospitals; and the regional Permanente Medical Groups. As of 2014, Kaiser Permanente operates in eight states and the District of Columbia, and is the largest managed care organization in the United States.• Delivered professional, high quality service to improve the well-being of patients • Won annual ‘Think Big’ award which identifies cost saving methods and strategies designed to enhance patient care experience • Administered accounts and budgets of medical patients • Maintained necessary fiscal and budgetary records of expenditures • Provided information regarding patient accounts to authorized callers while complying with HIPPA guidelines and regulations • Handled accounts and budgets of medical providers of more than $5,000,000 • Worked with company computer systems such as HealthConnect to establish patient records, and communicate with all medical group physicians in the San Diego county area • Processed in-office payments and insurance co-payments of more than $3,000 on a weekly basis• Maintained information technology of patient records: provided computer software support, maintained biographic data, files, and supported other electronic record systems • Handled patient inquiries, complaints, billing questions, and payment extension/service requests• Helped Kaiser Permanente attain the highest ratings award determined by external auditors- 2012 “Top Hospital Leapfrog Award” based on national survey that measures hospital’s performance in crucial areas of patient safety and quality

Asan, Republic Of Korea

The EPIK (English Program in Korea) is a program to improve the English speaking abilities of students and teachers in Korea, to foster cultural exchanges, and to reform English teaching methodologies in Korea. It is affiliated with the Korean Ministry of Education and is operated by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED). Established in 1995, EPIK program encourages cross cultural exchanges while promoting the development of English language competence for Korean students. • Independently prepared 15 distinct lessons per week based on individual class and English ability • Delivered fundamental grammatical concepts in an engaging manner to students ranging from ages 7–14• Presented at town hall meetings and weekly adult education classes on American cultural and political norms • Participated in Korea’s largest guest English teaching program established by the Korean Ministry of Education • Developed English Second Language curriculum for hundreds of low-skilled, low-income language learners• Learned cultural norms, developing professional relationships with other (Korean) teachers, and participated in school events such as the annual talent show, hike, and cooking day • Served as a cultural and diplomatic liaison between the American and Korean communities • Created innovative international programs emphasizing cultural and visitor exchange • Monitored educational program effectiveness and cultural impact• Educated students on general knowledge of the United States, including customs and culture, society, trends, history, economy, government, and political system• Coordinated and planned social events like weekly English clubs • Conducted group and one-on-one settings in order to address individual student needs

Single Subject Teacher Credential, Social Sciences

Master’S Degree, International Relations And Affairs

Activities and Societies: Active participant of Latin American Student Organization (LASO)Notable courses include: Advanced Intermediate.

Bachelor'S Degree, Classics And Classical Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics

Activities and Societies: Sigma Chi FraternityThe UCLA Department of Classics is one of three Humanities departments at UCLA ranked.