Native-Speaking Graduate Student in English Gives ESL Lessons in the East Valley or Online

Faith's CV

FAITH C.

Summary

High-performance English graduate eager to apply strong skills in verbal and written communication, editing, proofreading, and research. Proven track record of successful writing, editing, research, tutoring, and teaching. Extensive experience and training in cross-cultural communication. Versatile volunteer and community experience. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and people skills. Innovative, creative, and meticulous approach.

Skills


 Writing, Editing, and Proofreading
 Cross-cultural Communication and Collaboration
 Organization and Time Management
 Teaching and Tutoring
 Internet and Academic Research
 Word Processing (70 wpm)
 10 Key: 7400
 Microsoft Office
 Drupal 7 training


Education

Oregon State University, Graduate English Literature Program
Graduate Fellow, 2016-2017 – 3.7 GPA

Arizona State University (May 2016)
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature – 4.0 GPA

Experience

Varsity Tutors
TUTOR (web-based) August 2017-Present

 Tutor students on an online platform in language-related areas, including English, writing, literature, and test preparation
 Employ a variety of methods and resources tailored for students of all ages, from elementary school up to university level and GRE test-takers
 Guide students through the writing process, brainstorming, and organization
 Proofread and edit for grammar, style, and organization of content, suggesting appropriate revisions

Oregon State University Human Services Resource Center
WEBSITE COMMUNICATIONS WRITER (Contract Position) Summer 2016

 Researched successful models across the US & redesigned HSRC’s website to achieve a more user-friendly interface for multiple demographics
 Learned Drupal 7 through training on the job and university courses
 Achieved HSRC’s goal of accessibility for foreign and disadvantaged persons
 Assisted students and community members with referrals, applications, and questions

Arizona State University
TUTOR June 2014-May 2016

 Tutored foreign students from a variety of linguistic backgrounds, including graduate students
 Taught spoken and written English, including usage, pronunciation, listening comprehension
 Edited and proofread completed assignments for grammar, style, and organization of writing
 Assisted with revisions, and translation of ideas into coherent, academic English writing
 Translated material creatively through various mediums to help students understand and better convey a wide range of concepts

AmeriCorps
STUDENT-TEACHER August 2013-May 2014

 Worked directly with 5th Grade students in a Title I school (Kyrene de las Lomas Elementary)
 Supported teacher in her tasks, such as teaching, planning, grading, and preparing materials
 Served as mentor, one-on-one and in small groups, assisting gifted and special needs children
 Enforced discipline in a firm but caring manner when necessary

Arizona State University & Maricopa Community College System
HONORS STUDENT June 2010-May 2016

 Wrote a junior undergraduate research paper that was accepted and presented at the American Folklore Society’s 2015 annual conference
 Awarded $1,175 AmeriCorps Educational Award in recognition of teaching service
 Work-study in theater stagecraft as well as the box office (design, cashiering, data entry)
 Extensive research, writing, editing, organization, time management, and collaboration
 Honors projects and Service-Learning working with homeless youth and child abuse survivors



Relevant Courses in:

 Children’s Literature
 Teaching Young Adult Literature
 Media and Mass Communications (including Ethics and Marketing)
 Creative Writing Workshops
 Online Journalism, Social Media for Social Engagement
 Review Writing, Persuasive Writing, Grant Writing
 Education, Writing Instruction, Service-Learning
 Literary Genres, Research
 Communication (including Intercultural, Small Group, Public Speaking)

Memberships

 Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society
 Phi Theta Kappa International Honors Society
 AmeriCorps Alumnus
 American Folklore Society
 The Other Literary Society