* TEFL Institute
Chicago, Illinois
Certificate of Completion in Teaching English Abroad, March 2008
* University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Buffalo, New York
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Communication and Psychology, May 2007
Minor, English
Working History
* Pagoda Academy
: Seoul, South Korea
: ESL Instructor
: July 2010 – January 2011
- Augmented student learning through groups and one-on-one instruction for non-English speaking students
- Devoted additional time on reading, listening, grammar, and conversational skills within the classroom by implementing dynamic, results-oriented, and creative lesson plans
- Maintained effective behavioral management within the classroom by incorporating motivational activities and positive reinforcement strategies
- Enriched and extended literacy levels among students by coordinating student group performances
* JBC Language School
: Fort Lee, New Jersey
: ESL Instructor
: March 2008 – September 2009
- Created and implemented lesson plans weekly
- Taught writing, reading, and grammar for Beginners to Advanced leveled adult students
- Creatively and effectively initiated activities to enhance the students learning developments
- Evaluated the students weekly performance
* Sub Board I, Inc.
: Amherst, New York
: WRUB Radio General Manager/Promotions Director
: January 2005 – May 2007
- Managed over 40 employees through leading meetings, in charge of payroll, and guidance at the station
- Created and executed ideas for special events weekly
- Received the “President’s Award” for dedication and accomplishments throughout the year
* New Student Programs
: Amherst, New York
: UB101 Peer Mentor
: August 2006 – December 2006
- Co-facilitated a section of UB 101: University Experience, a freshman seminar course, with a University administrator
- Assisted instructor in design and implementation of course syllabus and lesson plans
- Served as a successful role model to new students in their first semester at UB
- Assisted in providing feedback on written assignments and presentations to students enrolled in the course
* New Student Programs
: Amherst, New York
: Orientation Aide
: June 2006 – August 2006
- Mentored over 100 students and served as a positive role model to the Class of 2010
- Strengthened communication skills by interacting with students, staff, and parents
- Created structured activities and organized special events for students and parents
* The Spectrum Newspaper
: Amherst, New York
: Assistant Photo Editor/Advanced Photographer
: January 2005 – May 2006
- Organized and presented weekly meetings for students
- Assisted the Senior Photo Editor with deadlines and presentations
- Listed as a creative student for the University’s publication
Career Services
* Amherst, New York
: Teacher’s Assistant
: January 2005 – December 2005
- Responsible for presenting, editing, and grading assignments about professional business skills
- Mentored and guided 15 students in majors and career decisions
- Represented as a positive role model for the students