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EXPERIENCE: reading tutor for elementary students, English conversation tutor for international university students, English Conversation Club instructor for international students, evening receptionist at a Hostel in Korea, and various experience as a cashier in the food industry

PERSONALITY: friendly, patient, optimistic, hardworking, and ambitious

SKILLS: TEFL and TESOL certified, can make lesson plans, highly organized, worked w/ students with various English levels, proper drilling structure, soft correcting

This question is always difficult to answer for me, even if I always say the same strength. As a person, I am ever evolving and learning knew things, but one constant strength of mine is my ability to be compassionate, empathetic, and honest. I have always understood that everyone differs in various ways, whether it be their beliefs, culture, life style, or learning methods. Through my experience working with children and youth, I have come to understand what it means to learn from your students in order to best serve them. I am compassionate and empathetic, but I am honest with every student I have worked with. I believe that because of my experience working with youth, my personality has changed slightly as I now understand that even adults have different ways of thinking and processing information. Understanding that everyone is different and showing them compassion, empathy, and honesty will always be my greatest strength because it is important to always help others realize their own potential.

I arrived in Seoul on June 4th and am in my 2 week quarantine now. I came on an E-2 visa, but my previous school cancelled the contract due to covid-19, so I need to find a new position ASAP.

I prefer kindergarten-elementary levels working daytime, as I majored in Elementary Education and have experience teaching. I am a licensed teacher in the USA.

My salary expectation is at least 2.4.

Please let me know if you have any positions starting late June or early July in Seoul that I can look at.

Experience:
I am a certified teacher in the U.S. with my bachelor's in Elementary Education K-6. I also have endorsements in Reading grades K-12 and ESOL grades K-12. In addition, I have a 120-hour TESOL certificate.

I'm highly qualified for teaching any subject, including English. I enjoy working with young students under 18-years-old! I have years of experience working with students throughout my time in university. I spent four months teaching English Language Arts full-time in the USA in a 4th grade classroom. I also spent 3 months as a licensed teacher in a Kindergarten classroom in the USA before arriving to Korea.

In regards to experience, I do not have direct teaching experience. With that being said I do have experience with mentoring younger learners/people, and if it is any consolation I do have experience baby sitting my now, four year old nephew, so I have seen his growth process up till now which I believe is very useful. As for personality, I have a 'kid at heart' type of mentality even though I am classed a mature adult. I have a warm and open nature and respect other people's way of doing things and their opinions even if I don't agree. I believe that I have a friendly demeanor and can be approached. I am honest and trustworthy, this is important in regards to safeguarding young learners. As far as skills go, I am adaptable to new environments in rapid pace. I am a native English speaker who is also fluent in the language but it's also worth noting that I am confident in my fluency too. And finally, Organisation is another trait I believe to possess.

Strengths:

• Patient Teacher with Personal Integrity
• Creative and Enthusiastic about learning
• Excellence in Classroom Management

• Focus on Equity in the Classroom
• Skilled Planner and Clear Communicator
• Caring Personality and Peaceful Presence
• Musically Inclined

Teaching Related Experience:

Roosevelt Elementary School, ESL Student Teacher, Stevens Point, WI 2020
• Worked with English Language Learners in 1-6th Graders
• Collaborated with my Cooperating Teacher and Classroom Teacher
• Delivered Quality Virtual Instruction to Students through Schoology and Seesaw
• Helped my Fellow Teachers Stay Connected to Students and Their Families

Community Christian School, Student Teacher, Baraboo, WI 2020
• Taught all Subjects as a Student Teacher to 7-8th graders
• Learned Long Term Planning
• Learned Effective Classroom Management Skills
• Utilized Google Classroom and Learned Creativity in Virtual Education
• Connected with my Students, Fellow Teachers, and Administration

Stevens Point Area School District, Practicum/Methods, Stevens Point, WI 2018-2019
• Taught a 6th grade Expeditionary Thematic Learning Unit
• Observed 4th – 5th Grade Environmental Education
• Taught 2nd and 4th Grade Small Group Math Curriculum
• Utilized Education Technology Tools of Kahoot and Google Slides

St. Stephen School, Stevens Point, WI 2018
• Cotaught Two Kindergarten Students Reading Curriculum
• Learned to Adapt to the Varied Strengths and Needs of Each Student

Grove Elementary School, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 2018
• Taught K-4th grade English Language Learner (ELL) Populations
• Developed an Understanding of the ELL Various Screening and Testing

Woodlands Church 1st, 6th Sunday School Teacher, Plover, WI 2018-2019
• Cotaught 6th grade Sunday School
• Cotaught and solo taught 14-20 1st grade students for Sunday School
• Learned to Simplify Concepts to the Understanding Level of My Students
• Gained Valuable Experience on the Developmental Needs of My Students

Crossways Camps Pine Lake Camp Counselor, Waupaca, WI 2018
• Planned and Implemented Camp Curriculum
• Camp Counseled at a Special Needs Camp a Week
• Camp Counseled a New Group of Eight to Ten 5th Graders or 6-8th Graders Weekly for 4 Weeks
• Organized and Put on Vacation Bible Schools for PreK-6th Graders at Two Different Locations for a Week Each
• Developed Close Comradery with My Fellow Staff Members

Al Behrman Elementary Assistant Teacher, Baraboo, WI 2017-2018
• Provided Classroom Support for 2nd, 3rd, and 5th Grade
• Gave 2nd Tier Support to Various 2nd-3rd Grade Students for Math and Reading
• Supervised Recess for K-5th grade

YWAM-Tyler Missionary Teacher, Incheon and Seoul, South Korea 2017
• Helped Conduct an English Missionary Camp for Korean Students
• Guided a Small Group of Students to Better Know God with an Interpreter
• Led My Small Group of Students on an Outreach in Seoul, South Korea

Baraboo Parks and Recreations 4-5th gr; 6-8th gr Soccer Coach, Baraboo, WI 2011; 2015-16
• Coached My Players on Various Soccer Techniques
• Identified Player Strengths and Built on Them
• Encouraged Teamwork Through Various Drills and Scrimmages in Practice
• Rewarded Team and Individual Victories
• Developed Skills in My Players and Encouraged Excellence

I’m interested in applying for your current English Teacher position at your school. I believe I can be a great asset to your education system because of my high interest in helping develop adolescent minds. Your schools location within Korea is also another reason I hope to work for your program. Korea’s rich culture, food and way of life has always inspired me to one day be able to live and teach there.
In terms of why I believe I’m a good fit for your school has to do with my educational history along with my experience. I have a 4 year degree from California Polytechnic University in Business and I have a TEFL certification. My TEFL certification consists of 150 hours of coursework such as teaching approaches, formulating activities, etc. It also, includes 20 hours of practicum were I have to observe, privately tutor or teach a class. I have also recently taught English at a school in Japan where I gained hands on experience with a variety of students and materials. Between the course work and experience teaching I have been able to gain skills that will allow me to adapt to different classroom environments. This has prepared me for a country like Korea were teaching is drastically different from the U.S. In Korea, I will be able to use cooperative activities along with differential teaching approaches for a better outcome with the students. Along with this dynamic approach, I have a business background and have worked in the industry for a few years. This experience has enabled me to communicate well amongst others even when the common native tongue is different. I also have personal experience from living in other countries for an extended period of time, such as New Zealand and Japan. In life I work hard on everything I commit myself to, from triathlon’s to education to workplaces, I always give it my all. In essence, giving a 100% in life is like my religion to me. Through all of my personal qualifications, I believe that I’m fit for this job and no matter what fields I may struggle in or lack, I will attain through my hardworking mentality.

During my time in teachers college and my bachelors of education, I have worked in a variety of settings including both elementary and high school classrooms, coaching sports, and overnight summer camp. During my time as a student teacher in two different high schools I covered several subjects but my teachable is science; I taught the entire biology unit for a grade 10 academic class in my last placement including all course material, quizzes, the final exam and labs. I was also successful in my interview at the Thames Valley District School Board for a supply teaching position.

My skill set includes communication, organization, enthusiasm and creativity. I believe in supporting, encouraging, and guiding students so that they may become self-directed learners. By creating an environment that emphasizes cooperative education and inquiry based learning, I can help foster diversity, growth, leadership and success in all aspects of student’s lives.

I have an outgoing personality and adapt well to new situations quickly and with ease. I am patient, kind, and have excellent classroom management.

Thank you for your consideration.

I am a single, 27-year-old South African male from Northern Cape, South Africa. In 2017 I finished my postgraduate studies at Stellenbosch University and remain determined to further utilize my skills through teaching abroad.

In early February 2019 I finished a temporary adult training position as the main facilitator and educator for Media Work’s Chemical Industries Education & Training Authority (CHIETA) Course for a class of twenty-five adult students aged 18 to 35 in the the Northern Cape region. This was a semi-state sponsored Adult Education program (AET) focused on bettering Computer Literacy and English language speaking abilities that are aimed primarily at adult students residing in rural areas. Lessons involved oral presentation skills, financial management and other humanities-related topics such as public policy, financial management, geography, mining and minerals as well as codes of conduct in the workplace.

Before undertaking this project, I helped my country’s National Department of Economic Development and Tourism of South Africa to update their provincial Trade and Investment Strategy (TIS) within the Nama-Khoi Municipal region, a project which was crucial for the latest BRICS report, the first to include the region since 2015. This was done in conjunction with Urban Econ and involved data analysis as well as one-on-one interviews with local business in an effort to determine external investment potential. I have also participated in assigned projects throughout my academic career in geography and urban planning that required a high level of competency in terms of Geographic Information Science (GIS) and related-task management projects.

Most recently I finished a one year teaching contract in Tokyo, Japan for Shane Schools. Overall my students comprised of elementary, intermediate and advanced levels of instruction with a few Business level students. Throughout it was expected of me to teach constituents working at various financial institutions in the Shinjuku, Tokyo metropolitan area. I taught in Akabane, Iidabashi, Ogikubo, ShakujiKoen, Ikebukuro and Kunitachi.

I want to join the international workforce yet again and broaden my skillset in terms of bettering my method of instruction all the while reaching new audiences. I have been described as being a very confident teacher that brings out the best in my students. With a diverse background, and whether teaching in Japan or South Africa, I can positively state that I can handle any group dynamic I am fortunate enough to be a part of.

I have also studied and passed English on a tertiary level up until the end of my sophomore year (Stellenbosch University). In addition I have passed a two day TEFL UK practical classroom training session in Cape Town. This qualification was accompanied with a 168 hour online course that makes up for the requirements to pass a Level 5 TEFL UK Certificate. Furthermore i also obtained my 56 hour practical training certificate upon completion of my one year teaching contract in Tokyo as recently as March 1st 2020.

I have the required skillset and competency to teach younger learners as well as higher levels. I have been involved with Disaster Risk mitigation projects with i-RADAR South Africa that not only required fluent English language capabilities but also excellent presentation skills, the latter being essential in awarding me with the National Disaster Management Bursary in 2017, the only student from my university that qualified for the honor after successfully compiling a yearly report of backyard dwellers in the Cape Winelands District Municipality region.

I work well under pressure and can rightfully state that I will be a valuable asset to the integrity of your organization.

I hope to hear from you soon.