Ellen C. Gibbs
Padova
Summary
Adaptable and dynamic communicator and writer across various cultural contexts. Excels in ability to use creative problem solving to adapt communication methods to suit various cultures. Curious, detail-oriented, and creative.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Avalon Langcon
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Taught lessons to ages 7-14, prepared special class projects, prepared intensive summer and winter intensive class material, conducted and evaluated exams (spoken and written), taught TOEFL iBT exam preparation classes and essay writing for advanced-level students.
- Worked closely with Korean teachers and staff to ensure the most effective learning experience for our students.
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Chungdahm Institute
11.2017 - 08.2019
- Taught lessons to ages 9-15, conducted and evaluated exams (spoken and written), taught TOEFL iBT exam preparation classes and essay writing for advanced-level students, taught Asian parliamentary debate classes and literature-based classes.
- Enhanced students language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Taught lessons to students with individual tablets, allowing high student engagement and tailored exercises and activities.
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
April English
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Taught lessons to ages 7-12, prepared special class projects, prepared intensive summer and winter intensive class material, conducted and evaluated exams (spoken and written), taught phonics classes for young learners.
- Worked closely with Korean teachers and staff to ensure the most effective learning experience for our students.
Various Customer Service Positions
Multiple
04.2010 - 07.2016
- Front desk for salons/spas.
- Food service jobs in cafes.
- Managed a high volume of inbound calls while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in improved satisfaction ratings.
- (More details provided upon request).
University Research Assistant
University of Kansas
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Created surveys for professor of French linguistics (Dr Kimberly Swanson- The University of Kansas).
- Recorded phonetic transcription, cross-examined phonetic analysis with professor's findings, tracked and recorded data in Excel.
Education
Master of Arts - European & Global Studies (Global Communications)
Università Degli Studi Di Padova
Padua, Italy11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - French, African & African American Studies
University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas05.2012
French
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona08-2008
Skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Communication and Writing
- Research and analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Microsoft Office
Training
ExPoSTEAM Diplomacy: Spring School 2023, 05/22/23 - 05/26/23, Padua, Italy, Invited to participate as a graduate student in attendance, presentations given on topics relating to the scope and implication of science diplomacy, European participation in the International Space Station. Visit to ESRIN. Participated in a simulation of a policy brief writing exercise., https://www.spgi.unipd.it/spring-school-exposteam-diplomacy-2023
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: American
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Avalon Langcon
08.2019 - 08.2021
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
Chungdahm Institute
11.2017 - 08.2019
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
April English
10.2016 - 11.2017
University Research Assistant
University of Kansas
05.2011 - 08.2011
Various Customer Service Positions
Multiple
04.2010 - 07.2016
Master of Arts - European & Global Studies (Global Communications)
Università Degli Studi Di Padova
Bachelor of Arts - French, African & African American Studies
University of Kansas
French
Arizona State University
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