curriculum vitae
OBJECTIVE& HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Seeking a full-time position as an EFL Teacher in South East Asia. I have lived in Hawaii for nearly five years, the Middle East for two years, and have traveled to numerous other countries. This experience has helped me to develop a deep appreciation for culture and people. Possessing the ability to communicate through any means necessary has greatly improved my classroom awareness, allowing me to identify and effectively communicate with those learners who may need more support.
EDUCATION
University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Second Language Studies, (Graduation: December 2013).
Overall GPA 3.24; Major GPA 3.47
Focus on coursework in language teaching and intercultural communications.
Relevant courses:
Topics in Asia, Introduction to Teaching as a Career, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Second Language Learning, Second Language Teaching, Techniques in Second Language Teaching (Listening & Speaking), Bilingual Education, Pidgin & Creole English in Hawaii, Language Concepts, Second Language Learning & Teaching, Second Language Pedagogy, Professionalism in Second Language Studies, Second Language Testing, Directed Reading & Research.
Wayland Baptist University, Aiea, Hawaii, USA
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) with specialization in Mental Health Counseling (Graduation: July 2007).
Provided me with improved skills in communicating with people.
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Certificate of Middle Eastern Studies (July 2005).
Studied Arabic, Middle Eastern Culture and Philosophy.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Hawai’i English Language Program (January to May 2013).
Teacher’s assistant, observed and assisted instructor with lesson planning, feedback and classroom management in English Grammar course for Japanese and Korean students.
Fort Middle School, Columbus, Georgia, USA (July 2007 to March 2009).
Tutored in Mathematics, assisted Junior High School students with math development.
US Army, USA (January 1989 to April 2012).
Taught intermediate medical techniques to more than 500 individuals, teaching them how to provide expedient treatment for people suffering from traumatic injuries.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
United States Army (January 1989 to April 2012).
・ Mental Health Counselor conducting individual and group counseling.
・ Planning, teaching classes and educating the community about suicide prevention, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,
Fatigue, Depression, Anger Management, Stress Management, intermediate first aid for traumatic life threatening
injuries.
・ Demonstrated good judgment in educating and counseling more than 25,000 Soldiers.
・ Served as Panel member for community suicide prevention events.
・ Conducted Traumatic Event Management during emergency and crisis situations. Facilitating care and
providing counseling for the survivors of traumatic events.
COMPUTER SKILLS
I have a strong working knowledge of computers & Microsoft Works Office (writing documents and essays in Word, creating Power Point presentations; and creating data formulas and spreadsheets using Excel).
COMMUNITY SERVICE/VOLUNTEERISM
I have been committed to a life-long journey of volunteering and giving back to the communities in which I live. I have contributed more than 1000 hours of community service, including (but not limited to) the following organizations:
Fisher House
I raised more than $1000 for the Charity helping US Military Veterans and their families.
Institute for Human Services Homeless Shelter, Honolulu, Hawaii
Feeding the homeless at men’s, women’s and children’s shelters.
American Cancer Society
Team Captain in Relay for Life, raising more than $1500 towards cancer research.
Special Olympics
Volunteered helping disabled children participating in athletic events.
Humane Society
Providing water to pets and their owners during annual Honolulu "Pet Walk".
HONORS& ACTIVITIES
I believe that it is important to always remain active within the community in which I live, serving as a mentor for
others. Member of the following associations:
Golden Key International Honor Society
Selected to join honor society due to quality of grades.
ABC’s of SLS. University
The University of Hawai'i at Mānoa undergraduate linguistics club.
Kappa Sigma Fraternity
An Academic Service and Social Fraternity, as Community Service Chair I scheduled and supervised events for feeding the homeless and Relay for Life Event.
International Student Association
Served as co-chair for community service project, managing 46 foreign exchange students.
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED & RELATED PROJECTS
Education is a life-long journey that never ends; I am always striving for greater knowledge. These courses combined with my previous counseling experience helps me to understand and relate to students.
Substance Abuse Training Course (2 week, Individual Counselor Training)
Substance Abuse Training Course (2 week, Group Therapy Training)
Advance Substance Abuse Training Course (1 week, Advanced Counseling Skills)
Expert Field Medical Badge Training (3 weeks intermediate medical training)
REFERENCES
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Seeking a full-time position as an EFL Teacher in South East Asia. I have lived in Hawaii for nearly five years, the Middle East for two years, and have traveled to numerous other countries. This experience has helped me to develop a deep appreciation for culture and people. Possessing the ability to communicate through any means necessary has greatly improved my classroom awareness, allowing me to identify and effectively communicate with those learners who may need more support.
EDUCATION
University of Hawai’i at Mānoa, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Second Language Studies, (Graduation: December 2013).
Overall GPA 3.24; Major GPA 3.47
Focus on coursework in language teaching and intercultural communications.
Relevant courses:
Topics in Asia, Introduction to Teaching as a Career, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Second Language Learning, Second Language Teaching, Techniques in Second Language Teaching (Listening & Speaking), Bilingual Education, Pidgin & Creole English in Hawaii, Language Concepts, Second Language Learning & Teaching, Second Language Pedagogy, Professionalism in Second Language Studies, Second Language Testing, Directed Reading & Research.
Wayland Baptist University, Aiea, Hawaii, USA
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) with specialization in Mental Health Counseling (Graduation: July 2007).
Provided me with improved skills in communicating with people.
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Certificate of Middle Eastern Studies (July 2005).
Studied Arabic, Middle Eastern Culture and Philosophy.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Hawai’i English Language Program (January to May 2013).
Teacher’s assistant, observed and assisted instructor with lesson planning, feedback and classroom management in English Grammar course for Japanese and Korean students.
Fort Middle School, Columbus, Georgia, USA (July 2007 to March 2009).
Tutored in Mathematics, assisted Junior High School students with math development.
US Army, USA (January 1989 to April 2012).
Taught intermediate medical techniques to more than 500 individuals, teaching them how to provide expedient treatment for people suffering from traumatic injuries.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
United States Army (January 1989 to April 2012).
・ Mental Health Counselor conducting individual and group counseling.
・ Planning, teaching classes and educating the community about suicide prevention, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,
Fatigue, Depression, Anger Management, Stress Management, intermediate first aid for traumatic life threatening
injuries.
・ Demonstrated good judgment in educating and counseling more than 25,000 Soldiers.
・ Served as Panel member for community suicide prevention events.
・ Conducted Traumatic Event Management during emergency and crisis situations. Facilitating care and
providing counseling for the survivors of traumatic events.
COMPUTER SKILLS
I have a strong working knowledge of computers & Microsoft Works Office (writing documents and essays in Word, creating Power Point presentations; and creating data formulas and spreadsheets using Excel).
COMMUNITY SERVICE/VOLUNTEERISM
I have been committed to a life-long journey of volunteering and giving back to the communities in which I live. I have contributed more than 1000 hours of community service, including (but not limited to) the following organizations:
Fisher House
I raised more than $1000 for the Charity helping US Military Veterans and their families.
Institute for Human Services Homeless Shelter, Honolulu, Hawaii
Feeding the homeless at men’s, women’s and children’s shelters.
American Cancer Society
Team Captain in Relay for Life, raising more than $1500 towards cancer research.
Special Olympics
Volunteered helping disabled children participating in athletic events.
Humane Society
Providing water to pets and their owners during annual Honolulu "Pet Walk".
HONORS& ACTIVITIES
I believe that it is important to always remain active within the community in which I live, serving as a mentor for
others. Member of the following associations:
Golden Key International Honor Society
Selected to join honor society due to quality of grades.
ABC’s of SLS. University
The University of Hawai'i at Mānoa undergraduate linguistics club.
Kappa Sigma Fraternity
An Academic Service and Social Fraternity, as Community Service Chair I scheduled and supervised events for feeding the homeless and Relay for Life Event.
International Student Association
Served as co-chair for community service project, managing 46 foreign exchange students.
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED & RELATED PROJECTS
Education is a life-long journey that never ends; I am always striving for greater knowledge. These courses combined with my previous counseling experience helps me to understand and relate to students.
Substance Abuse Training Course (2 week, Individual Counselor Training)
Substance Abuse Training Course (2 week, Group Therapy Training)
Advance Substance Abuse Training Course (1 week, Advanced Counseling Skills)
Expert Field Medical Badge Training (3 weeks intermediate medical training)
REFERENCES
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
I have also provided downloadable copies of my Curriculum Vitae in Microsoft Word and pdf.