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Thank you for taking the time to review my CV! As you go through my qualifications, you will find a diverse and well-rounded range of experiences.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Second Language Studies and Philippine Language and Culture from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Through these programs, I have developed essential skills that prepare me for a meaningful and successful career.
Throughout my academic journey, I have actively engaged in opportunities that showcase my linguistic and instructional abilities. As part of my Second Language Studies coursework, I designed and implemented lesson plans focusing on language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and communicative strategies (interaction techniques, translanguaging, and task-based language teaching). My studies in Philippine Language and Culture deepened my understanding of Critical Pedagogy and Implementing Culture to daily lessons, demonstrating its relevance in both language learning and cultural education. The knowledge and experiences I have gained from both programs have played a key role in shaping the professional I am today.
Education
BA in Second Language Studies | Spring 2025
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Relevant Coursework:
SLS 302 Second Language Learning
SLS 303 Second Language Teaching
SLS 311 Second Language Testing
SLS 312 Teaching Second Language Reading and Writing
SLS 480P Task-Based Language Teaching
SLS 601 Language Concepts for Second Language Learning and Teaching
SLS 660 Sociolinguistics and Second Languages
SLS 690 Second Language Teaching Practicum
BA in Philippine Language and Culture| Spring 2025
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Relevant Coursework:
FIL 301/302 Third Level Filipino
FIL 401/402 Forth Level Filipino
IP 360P Philippine Food, Music, and Ritual
IP 364 Philippine Popular English
IP 370P Philippine Travelogue
IP 394 Philippine Sociolinguistics
IP 396 Philippine Literature and Folklore in Translation
AA Liberal Arts| Spring 2023
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Relevant Coursework:
FIL 101/102 First-Level Filipino
FIL 201/202 Second-Level Filipino
HOST 100 Career & Customer Service Skills
IS 103 Introduction to College
PSY 240 Developmental Psychology
ED 285 Classroom Management
Work Experience
Intern
Hawai’i Language Roadmap Initiative
University of Hawaii at Mānoa
Spring 2025 - Present
Collaborate with employers and educators to promote multilingualism in the workforce by organizing career development events, conducting school outreach workshops, and facilitating intergenerational language practice sessions. This involves assisting in planning and executing events like the Multilingual Career Development Day (MCDD), creating and delivering workshops in schools to encourage language learning, and coordinating sessions where individuals from different generations can practice languages together.
Substitute Teacher
Kulia Academy
Charter School, Honolulu HI
Fall 2024 - Present
Provide instruction across all subjects. Work with students of diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, by adapting lessons and offering individualized support to meet their unique needs. Create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment, manage behavior effectively, and encourage student engagement. Additionally, collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure all students receive the necessary guidance to succeed academically and socially.
Resident Assistant
Student Housing Services
University of Hawaii at Mānoa
Fall 2023 - Present
Assist with organizing and executing student orientations. Conduct floor meetings to convey information and to promote discussion of relevant topics. Support residents by knowing campus services and offering referral assistance as needed. Acknowledge diversity and help students understand differences. Organize and run programs to support residents' personal, social, and academic development.
FYE Peer Mentor
Wai'ale'ale and Kipaipai Program
Kaua'i Community College
Spring 2022 - Present
Provided campus tours and hosted academic events to support student engagement and success. Assisted multilingual students and parents with scholarship applications and served as a translator to ensure clear communication. Organized and led workshops on resume and personal statement writing to enhance student academic and career readiness. Fostered an inclusive environment by supporting multilingual learners and promoting equitable access to resources.
English Teacher
SLS 690 - Teaching Practicum
Ubon Ratchathani University
Summer 2024
Taught Business English to CEFR A1-level proficiency students, focusing on foundational language skills tailored to business contexts. Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans incorporating real-world business scenarios, role-plays, and group activities to enhance language acquisition and confidence. Created a dynamic and interactive classroom environment, fostering student engagement and motivation. Developed practical curriculum content to help students improve business communication skills, including workplace vocabulary, professional introductions, and basic correspondence. Adapted teaching methods to suit individual learning needs and ensured measurable progress in language proficiency.
Shift Leader
Taco Bell
Waipouli, Kaua'i
Spring 2023
Managed daily operations, supervised team members, and ensured excellent customer service. Handled financial tasks, including cash handling, sales monitoring, and register reconciliation. Resolved customer and staff issues with effective problem-solving skills. Maintained efficiency and adaptability in a fast-paced, multitasking environment. Ensured compliance with health, safety, and company standards.
Shift Manager
McDonald's
Waipouli, Kaua'i
Spring 2023
Performed food safety procedures to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Trained and cross-trained employees to improve team performance and operational efficiency. Created dynamic positioning guides to optimize workflows and enhance productivity. Managed inventory, staff, and customer service to maintain smooth daily operations. Organized and led training events to support employee development and ensure adherence to company policies.
Skills and Certification
Skills:
Staff Training
Event Planning
Team Player
Technology
Microsoft
Google
Learning Management System
Zoom
Google Classroom
Canvas
Languages:
Ilokano (Advanced High)
Tagalog (Advanced Mid)
English (Advanced High)
Spanish (Novice Low)
Thai (Novice Intermediate)
Experienced professional with a track record of achieving goals through strategic planning and effective collaboration. Dynamic workplaces that emphasize creativity and collaboration are where I thrive. Dedicated to creating a happy environment and providing outstanding service.
CITI Program
Human Subjects Research (HSR), Exempt Researchers and Key Personnel, 1 - Basic Course
Information Privacy & Security (IPS), Exempt Researchers and Key Personnel IPS, 1 - Basic Course
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
CITI Program
Human Subjects Research (HSR), Non-Exempt Social & Behavioral Sciences Researchers and Key Personnel, 1 - Basic Course
Information Privacy & Security (IPS), Non-Exempt Social & Behavioral Sciences Researchers and Key Personnel IPS, 1 - Basic Course
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT)
University of Hawaii at Mānoa
UBU Training Staff.pdfEnglish Training UBU Staff
Ubon Ratchathani University
SubDiploma
Utah State University (Substitute Teaching Institute)
Academic Work
Service and Community
Service and Community
Collaboration Coordination | Spring 2024 - Present
Katipunan Club
Facilitating events and other collaborative efforts with different organizations, expanding outreach, and engaging with the membership by creating Philippine Culture events.
SLS Representative | Fall 2023 - Spring 2024
Second Language Studies Undergraduate
Promote the SLS undergraduate program, advocate and expand the program, and create connections through other Schools.
HS: General Ed. English Teacher Assistant | Spring 2023
Kapaa High School
Assist with classroom organization, discussion, and instruction; conducted classroom activities, managed discussions, and closing activities.
Student Caucus Delegate | Fall 2022 - Spring 2023
Kaua'i Community College
Serves to advocate collectively for the interest of students and advocate for UH student needs by informing university administration, state legislature, governor, and other relevant offices about their concerns. Promote the UH system's commitment to diversity and fulfill its unique responsibilities to Hawai'i's Indigenous people, language, and culture, as outlined by the Board of Regends.
Student Government: Vice President | Fall 2021 - Spring 2023
Kaua'i Community College
Serves as a member of Student Activity. Responsible for the yearly registration and reactivation of all Kaua'i Community College Registered Independent Student Organizations. Assist the President in coordinating the objectives of all committees. Website Editing and Advertisement.
HS: Voluntary English Teacher Assistant| 2021
Kapaa High School
Organizing books and test papers, assisting ESL students, taking attendance, and preparing lesson plans. Taught a lesson: Writing Citations and APA and MLA essay writing.
HS: General Ed. English Teacher Assistant | 2018 - 2019
Kapaa Elementary School
Assist with Classroom Organization, Discussion, and Instruction
Taught Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking
Created Content-Based Instruction Project with Students
Assist Students with Work in their other Classes
Translator for Bilingual Parents
Professional Development
Professional Development
Hawai'i TESOL | Spring 2025
Brigham Young University
AVID Emerge: A toolkit for ELD K-12 | Annette Murray
Empowering Multilingual Learners Through Their Own Words | Jean Kirschenmann et all.
Prompt engineering for ESL lesson plans and activities using ChatGPT | Maria Levy
International Teaching Practicum: An Immersive Experience | Betsy Gilliland
Humanistic Pedagogies and Cutting-Edge Technologies | Tom Court & Patrick Agullana
Sustaining translanguaging pedagogies: Narratives from teacher-learners on developing L2 motivational development | Alexander Tang
Teacher identity construction in a neoliberal space: A narrative analysis | Robert Cunningham
Hawai'i TESOL | Spring 2024
Brigham Young University
Cultivating Oral Competence through cultural lenses | Joya Hsu
Innovative Modifications on Traditional Games for Every Educational Setting | Diana Helwig
Teaching grammar by withholding the answer: Am instructional strategy | Mark Wolfersberger
Integrating ChatGPT into an EAP Course: A Teacher's Reflection | Anne McCarrey
Enhancing ESL Academic Success Through Essential Listening Comprehension Strategies | Karla Garjaka
Vocabulary Teaching: "Traditional" vs. "New" | Burgel. R, Maria Levy
Pamana ng Lahi Workshop: Teaching Philippine Languages and Cultures | Spring 2024
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Overview of contemporary pedagogical theories | Jayson Parba, PhD.
Understanding diverse learning styles and strategies for inclusive classrooms | Irene Gonzaga
Designing critically and task-oriented learning materials | Precious Mae Arao
Enhancing Authenticity and Relevance in Language Classrooms through Popular Culture and Media | Lady Aileen Orsal
Engaging Activities for teaching Filipino language and literature/ Designing interactive and engaging lessons in language and culture classes | Pia Arboleda, Ph.D
Collaboration Coordination | Spring 2024 - Present
Katipunan Club
Facilitating events and other collaborative efforts with different organizations, expanding outreach, and engaging with the membership by creating Philippine Culture events.
Wika, Tula, at Kundiman | Fall 2023
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
The Language of the "Kundiman" | Michael M. Coroza, Ph.D
Saling-awit (Song Translation): "An-Other Life" of a Song in the Philippine Oral Tradition | Michael M. Coroza, Ph.D
Cultural Echoes: Exploring Philippine Narratives and Heritage | Fall 2023
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Noli Panghayskul: Designing Rizal's Novela Talaga for this Generation | Paolo Ven B. Paculan
Sa Kabilang Dulang: Fringe Narratives of Filipino Foodways | Paolo Ven B. Paculan
The Brown Bag | Fall 2023
University of Hawai'i at Mānoa
Decision-making Narratives of Second Language Program Administrators: Identifying Critical Values and Practices | Daniel Holden
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