EXPERIENCE 

            International Academy of English at Southern States University, San Diego CA, April 2009 - August 2009

            TOEFL/ESL Teacher. Prepare international students for TOEFL exam.  Plan lessons following course curriculum.  Created syllabus for new "English             in Context" topic class that requires creative and effective lesson plans.  Maintain proper student attendance and evaluation reports.  Lead field trips                consisting of over 50 students.  Follow policies and procedures set forth by school administration.

.           http://www.sdiae.com

• Offered 3-month contract position and elective class after demonstrated ability as substitute.
• Received positive comments from students in multiple class evaluations.

            American Language Institute at San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, January 2009 - May 2009

            Substitute ESL Teacher. Aid teachers in lesson preparation and execution to help maximize class productivity. Participate in classroom activities:

            modeling conversation, boardwork, classroom management, group activities, plays and a talk show. Chaperoned students on field trips to High

            Tech High, the Gaslamp District and Seaport Village. 

            http://www.americanlanguage.org

• Connected with students to assist in improving the classroom experience.
• Gained increasing responsibility due to performance and professionalism.
• Offered substitute position after demonstrated ability as teacher's assistant and facilitator.

TRIO Display, San Diego, CA, July 2006 - October 2008.

Project Manager. Acquired expert knowledge of products and shipping for an online retail fixture supply business. Determined quickest and least expensive shipping methods, and coordinated product shipment from manufacturer to customer. Tracked shipments and resolved customer issues and problems. Updated company web site daily with new prices and products. Prepared Excel spreadsheets with information regarding companies, prices, sites, etc. Researched vendors to determine best manufacturer, pricing, and potential margin. Took incoming customer sales calls and processed online orders. Established a loyal clientele that called repeatedly when needing new products.

www.triodisplay.com

• Enhanced web site, increasing sales and efficiency, and providing a better customer shopping experience.

• Developed Excel spreadsheet programs, advertising campaigns and managed projects to assist in company growth.

• Worked closely with Marketing Department to update price changes, increase profits and streamline business model.

California Coast Language Academy, San Diego, CA, May 2006 - Aug 2006

Part-time ESL Instructor. Created curriculum and prepared lessons for international students. Led and supported students through business course. Communicated and emphasized command of the English language. Prepared international students for the TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) exam.

http://www.sandiegoesl.com

Integrated Marketing Systems, San Diego, CA, July 2005 - March 2006

Research Manager. Researched public agencies for capital improvement projects in Southern California region. Rewrote RFPs and posted all required information in the company database for clients in the architectural and engineering industry. Based upon timely and accurate information, clients would have access to the most projects available within a region to bid on.

www.imsinfo.com

• Helped company expand coverage to entire state of New York, increasing company size and sales.

Days Inn Downtown, San Diego, CA, October 2004 – July 2005

Front Desk Supervisor. Utilized strong customer service, communication, and hospitality skills on all shifts. Supervised shift, processed reservations, and maintained computer database. Performed administrative and accounting duties and worked independently as night auditor.

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