Education

Mandarin Chinese Language Student

Anhui University, Hefei, Anhui, China

·     August 2011 – May 2013

·     Currently Expecting to finish in June

Related course work: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing

TESOL, I am currently working to complete a 120 hour TESOL certification

Bachelor of Science, Family, Youth, and Community Sciences

University of Florida, Gainesville, FL.

·     Major: Family, Youth and Community Sciences

·     Minor: Leisure, Recreation, and Tourism

Related course work:youth development, youth problems and solutions, theories of educational methods, family problems and solutions, community issues and trends

Skills/Abilities

Language and Culture

·     Native English Speaker – I was born and raised in Florida, in the United States of America. I am able to speak English very clearly and without accent.

·     Conversational Mandarin – Since beginning my course work at Anhui University, I am able to carry on simple conversations, read several hundred common characters, and write a few hundred of the most common characters.

·     Culture – It is obvious that I understand American culture, but I also have a good understanding of many aspects of Chinese culture. During my time here I have grown fond of many aspects off Chinese culture.

Teaching

·     I am ESL and EFL certified

·     I am able to follow or create curriculum for teaching English as a second language.

·     I have studied and worked in the American school system and studied in a Chinese university, so I have perspective on how to relate to each student.

·     I enjoy teaching, and believe that it is crucial that a teacher enjoys their profession.

·     I have experience teaching English to students aged 4-70, so I am comfortable teaching any age.

Traveling

·     If my position requires any travel, I am fully able to take care of any travel arrangements and navigate my way in an unfamiliar city.

Creativity

·      I am able to optimize and improve processes in creative and simple ways.

·     I enjoy making the workplace an enjoyable environment for myself and others.

·     I enjoy putting creative spins on projects and assignments when I am able to.

Experience

Academic Manager, Lingo English, Shanghai (August 2014 – August 2015)

Leading a team of 11 foreign teachers and 6 Chinese teachers to excel in their given positions. Creating training materials and designing the Academic Department Policy for the learning center.Training team members and leading workshops. Working between departments to see that customer service issues were handled correctly on our end.  Streamlining communication in the center. Project manager for creating and installing a curriculum.

ESL Teacher, Lingo English, Shanghai (May 2013 – August 2014)

       Leading classes for students aged 11-65, creating my own curriculum tailored to students age, English level, and interests.

Language Student, Anhui University, Hefei, Anhui (August 2011-May 2013)

Head of Student Activities, First Baptist Church, Avon Park, FL. (July 2008-April 2011)

        Teaching life skills related courses, developing, coaching, and running athletic leagues (indoor soccer, football, basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, squash, etc), running a small coffee house to help pay for the other programs

Intern to Students, Westside Church, Gainesville, FL.(July 2007-July 2008)

        Teaching life skills related courses, developing, coaching, and running athletic leagues (basketball, flag football, Ultimate Frisbee, etc)

Activity Leader, J.J. Finley Elementary School (After-School Program), Gainesville, FL. (August 2006 – July 2007)

       Coaching students in a variety of sports (basketball, football, gatorball, baseball, track, frisbee games, etc). assisting students with homework