• University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Bachelor of Arts with Honours, Double Major
Linguistics and Spanish, June 2009.
• TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certificate with specialization in teaching Large Classes, One –to-One, Business English and Young Learners. February 2013.
• Korean Language Course Certificate (Beginner), Seoul Global Center, November 2013
Working History
Working Experience
Poly Returnee Education Institute (Academy), South Korea, Jan. 2015 – Sept. 2015
English Language Instructor
• Planned & conducted English classes for different levels using texts & course syllabi
• Assisted with & participated in activities, meetings, presentations, workshops
• Assisted employer with out-of-classroom activities such as field trips, school-wide assemblies, extracurricular activities
• Assisted with the development of teaching materials, supplementary materials, tests, evaluations & other programs related to English language teaching
GnB English Education Co., Ltd. (Academy), South Korea, May 2011- May 2012
English Language Instructor
• Engaged students in conversational activities.
• Taught classes at different levels.
• Prepared teaching materials and lesson plans.
• Evaluated, graded and assessed students.
• Provided students with individualized care.
• Attended teacher’s meetings, training, and workshops.
Child U English (Academy), South Korea, January 2010 – January 2011
English Language Instructor
Conducted professional English Language classes.
Attended events held by the Employer (workshops, year ending party, retreats, academic seminars, etc.)
Organized outings with the students.
Prepared students for their English Language contest.
Prepared teaching materials and lesson plans.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ottawa Sept. 2009 – Dec.2009
Telerecruiter for the Heart Month Campaign
• Call residential areas to recruit new volunteers to canvass in February for the Person to Person / Heart Month fundraising campaign
• Track and record results
• Demonstrate a pleasant and clear telephone manner at all times
University of Ottawa, Institute of Population Health Sept. 2008 – Dec. 2008
Administrative Assistant
• Translated documents (English to Spanish and Spanish to English).
• Performed clerical duties.
Elemental Data Collection Inc., Ottawa/Ontario June 2008 – August 2008
Market Research Interviewer / Telephone Interviewer
• Successfully conducted marketing and research.
Reitmans (Canada) Limited, Ottawa/Ontario July 2007 – October 2007
Sales Associate
• Facilitated services to customers.
• Performed the requirements on cashier duties.
University of Ottawa, International Office September 2006 – April 2008
International Student Mentor
• Assisted students by helping them to access resources and services.
• Attended regular meetings with the International Office program coordinator.
• Coordinated events to assist students with integration into new academic and living environment.
Ipsos-Direct, Ottawa/Ontario Summer 2006
Market Research Interviewer / Telephone Interviewer
• Developed successful marketing and research techniques.
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, Ottawa/Ontario Summer 2003&2005
Administrative Assistant
• Performed secretarial tasks.
• Successfully organized library materials.
• Provided information about services to the public.
• Answered and forwarded telephone calls and electronic messages.
• Exercised daily clerical duties.
Glebe Pet Hospital, Ottawa/Ontario Summer 2001
Veterinarian Assistant
• Performed daily clerical duties
• Assisted veterinarian before, during, and after surgery.
• Prepared and administered medication and vaccines under direction of veterinarian.
Volunteer Experience
University of Ottawa, Latin-American Association. Fall 2004 – spring 2008
Secretary
• Facilitated staff meetings to promote cultural awareness.
• Performed with excellence administrative duties.
• Promoted multicultural activities i.e. dance and theatrical performances for special events.
International Languages Program, Ottawa/Ontario Sept.1996 – June 2002
Assistant Language Teacher / Secretary
• Performed secretarial tasks.
• Provided assistance in classes taught at different levels.
• Assisted with the preparation of teaching materials.
• Engaged students in conversational activities.
• Organized cultural events and performances.
Personal Introduction
Hello, my name is Alexandra and I am a Canadian English teacher currently living in Ansan. I am interested in finding an adult teaching position. I am a very dedicated and hardworking individual. I have a degree in Linguistics from the University of Ottawa, and an online TEFL teaching certificate. I have experience teaching kindergarten to adults.