my resume
currently having to start the dreaded job search. i figured a quick and easy way to give an overview of what i've been up to while i've been here would be to post my resume (of course it looks a lot nicer than this through Word). and if any of you are employers and want to give me a job, go for it.
but i WILL eventually fill in the missing months...
Here's me.
Eight years experience working with both children and colleagues in the field of Education. Specialized in a variety of educational settings, including English as a Second Language, Special Education, and teacher training at both Preschool and Elementary levels in the United States and Belize.
EDUCATION
California Polytechnic State University- San Luis Obispo, California
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, June 2005
Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies, magna cum laude, March 2005
Concentration: Spanish
Student Teaching Experience:
Quarter 2: Spring 2005 Grade: 4 School: C.L. Smith
• Created hands on science unit on magnetism and electricity
• Co-produced class production of “Alice in Wonderland”
Quarter 1: Winter 2005 Grade: K School: North Oceano
• Assumed full teaching responsibilities during teacher’s absence
• Developed kindergarten assessment tool encouraging parent involvement
Mexico Study Program, June 2003- July 2003
• Studied language and culture
Academic Affiliations:
• Golden Key Honors Society
• National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Dana Hills High School- Regional Occupational Program
ECE (Early Childhood Education) units
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Peace Corps- Belize, Central America June 2006- Present
Teacher Trainer
• Trained over 200 teachers on implementation of new standardized Language Arts textbooks and strategies for integrated Language Arts approach
• Implemented training on integrating reading and arts into classroom for over 30 preschool teachers
• Assessed private and government preschool programs
• Established community library serving 75 students and 225 residents. Coordinated efforts internationally, involving schools, service organizations, and media.
• Developed and implemented 4-month remedial reading program for 37 students ages 4-14
• Modeled effective ESL teaching strategies for multi-grade teachers
• Compiled Language Arts resource notebook for faculty
• Contributed to development of Peace Corps Education Program monitoring and evaluation tool
Bright Horizons: Ziggurat Child Development Center- Laguna Niguel, California
Preschool Teacher August 2005- June 2006
• Guided and co-taught children ages 3-5 years old in emergent curriculum classroom
• Integrated pre-reading and basic Spanish concepts into program
• Established classroom management system
Capistrano Unified School District- Laguna Niguel, California
Instructional Assistant June 2005- July 2005
• Assisted in Special Education Kindergarten class
• Supported teaching team in providing appropriate instruction
A Child’s Smile Preschool- Arroyo Grande, California
Preschool Teacher September 2004- March 2005
• Supervised 12 children ages 4 months-5 years old
• Developed age-appropriate activities while integrating Pre-K concepts
• Established rapport with parents through multiple closing shifts
Cal Poly Political Science Department- San Luis Obispo, California
Instructional Assistant September 2001- February 2002
• Led group discussions on class activities
• Evaluated student response essays
• Co-organized community service component of course
Capistrano Unified School District- Laguna Niguel, California
One-on-One Instructional Assistant June 2001- July 2001
• Acted as Independence Facilitator for pre-school child with autism
• Collaborated with lead teacher, parent, and other Instructional Assistants in creating appropriate behavior management plan
Capistrano Beach Cities YMCA- San Juan Capistrano, California
Youth Counselor February 1999- September 2000
June 2001- September 2001
• Supervised 14 children in after-school and summer programs for K-6
• Counseled students on building character through “6 Pillars of Character”
• Initiated arts and crafts clubs
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SKILLS
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experienced in customer service and cash handling. Have studied and taught ballet and yoga. Conversationally proficient in Spanish.
posted by lee gyal @ 11:58 AM
3 comments
3 Comments:
Holey moley, girl.
P.S. Yoga is the best. :]
Wow - that is quite a resume! I'm making a move to Belize in a year or two. My fiance is being deported from the US and so whether or not I should go is off the table...I'm going.
I was searching the web and found your blog. I feel.......so under qualified after reading your resume. I'm wondering what type of work I would qualify for there and perhaps you can shed some light. I have a BS in Human Services and have been working as a Career Services Rep with a population of "hard to place" people in the city of Chicago.
Any ideas? Am I doomed?
Ericka- First of all, while I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Belize is a wonderful country and I wish you the best and hope you fall in love with it the way I did. That being said, the only reason I was handed a job in Belize was because it was my Peace Corps assignment... and because it was unpaid. If you were looking for a volunteer position, there are plenty of organizations looking for help.
As far as paid work goes, I unfortunately am not knowledgeable in that area. If you're willing to teach or at least work in the education sector, you could look into private schools. I know of a few Americans who were able to secure paid teaching positions. Perhaps a career services gig at the junior college or University level? Just throwing out ideas. And of course the tourism industry's big... Many ex-pats own businesses in the big tourist areas down there (guided tours, restaurants, hotels). Maybe you're not ready to start your own business, but perhaps you could work for someone who was once in your shoes...
While there's not a big job market in Belize (by any means), I'd like to think we're only doomed if we declare it so, so keep your chin up and start your search asap. And if your fiance has any contacts there, it's a small country and "everybody knows everybody."
Buena suerte. Best of luck to you. And say hi to Belize for me, will ya?
:)
Jenny
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