My name is Joseph H. Ficor, and I am seeking a teaching position in South Korea. I have a bachelors degree in creative writing, and I will be finishing a masters degree in secondary English teaching this August. I will be available to travel to Korea around August 15.
I have worked with children as a Sunday School teacher and helper in a variety of churches since 1996. I spent two semesters as a student teacher in a middle school classroom where I planned for and taught three to four classes everyday.
I also have over eight years experience as an English conversational partner for international students at Southern Illinois University, in Carbondale, Illinois, USA. I have edited and proofread masters theses, doctoral applications, and doctoral dissertations for international graduate students for this time also.
If you have any questions, please contact me via telephone at 1-618-549-9895, or email at gificor@gmail.com. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Joseph H. Ficor
OBJECTIVE
Seeking an English teaching position in Korea or Japan.
SKILLS SUMMARY
Supervisory, writing, editing, training, effective communications, care giving, traveling abroad, money management, system repairs
EDUCATION
Master of Arts in Teaching-English
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Carbondale, IL, 05/2007-Present, GPA: 3.0/4.0
Bachelor of Art in English
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Carbondale, IL, 01/2000-02/2001, GPA: 3.2/4.0
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL, 06/1997-12/1999, GPA: 3.3/4.0
RELEVENT EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEER HISTORY
Student Teaching
October 2007 – May 2008, Herrin Middle School, Herrin, IL
Plans and teaches English lessons to students. Instructs students in writing papers. Tutors students as needed. Grades assignments and papers.
Independent Writer and Editor
April 2005 - Present, Carbondale, IL
Writes short fiction novels. Most recent work ¡°The Timeship of Semak published in The Light at the Edge of Darkness by The Writers¡¯ Café Press, May 2007. Edits and proofreads graduate level papers and statements of purpose for international doctoral applicants.
Independent English Tutor
February 2000 - Present, Carbondale, IL
Converses with international student to improve spoken use of the English language. Gives students assignments to research in preparation to discuss the topic for each session. Corrects students¡¯ use of language, grammar, and pronunciation of words.
Sunday School Teacher (3-6 Year Olds)
April 2006 - Present, Calvary Campus Church, Carbondale, IL
Develops lesson plans for class. Creates crafts for class related to lessons.
Sunday School Assistant
February 2001 - April 2006, Calvary Campus Church, Carbondale, IL
Assisted teacher in teaching lessons. Prepared and served snacks to children. Assisted children making crafts related to lessons.
Life Skills Therapist
April 2002 - May 2005, Center for Comprehensive Services, Carbondale, IL
Trained and mentored new employees. Cared for and mentored people with traumatic brain injuries. Conducted detailed cleaning of residence at night. Accounted for clients' money and medication.
Greeter
August 2001-December 2001, Calvary Campus Church, Carbondale, IL
Welcomed congregation members and visitors to church services and events. Gave visitors information packets about church. Assisted visitors with finding seating.
Nursery Worker
June 2000 - February 2002, Calvary Campus Church, Carbondale, IL
Cared for infants and toddlers during church services. Changed diapers when needed. Prepared and served snacks to children.
Saturday Night Youth Teacher
August 1998 – January 2000, Liberty Christian Center, Alton, IL
Prepared and taught lessons. Assisted children in making crafts related to lessons. Prepared and served snacks to children.
Sunday School Assistant
March 1996 – October 1996, Liberty Christian Church, Havelock, NC.
Assisted teacher in teaching lessons. Prepared and served snacks to children. Assisted children in making crafts related to lessons.
OTHER WORK HISTORY
Machine Operator/Line Worker
July 2005 – April 2007, Gilster Mary Lee Corporation, Steeleville, IL
Operated printer for cardboard cases. Operated spaghetti cutting machine. Operated equipment used to make cake frosting.
Sales Associate
February 2000 - November 2000, Wal-Mart, Carbondale, IL
Assisted customers in finding merchandise. Operated cash register. Stocked merchandise on shelves.
Cashier
March 1998 - January 2000, Taco Bell, East Alton and Edwardsville, IL
Operated cash register in drive thru. Took and filled customers' orders. Cleaned dining areas and restrooms.
Letter Carrier
December 1997 - February 1998, United States Postal Service, Cottage Hills, IL
Sorted mail into delivery order. Delivered mail and parcels to customers' houses. Drove delivery truck.
Parts Clerk
March 1997 – December 1997, Trans States Airlines, St. Louis, MO.
Issued aircraft parts to mechanics. Conducted inventory each shift. Ordered parts from outlying stations and vendors.
Aircraft Communication Technician
January 1991 - January 1997, United States Marine Corps, Cherry Point, NC.
Repaired aircraft communication systems. Worked as quality inspector for aircraft communication and navigation systems. Shift supervisor for other military personnel. Traveled to the United Arab Emirates, France, Spain, and Japan during service in the United States Marine Corps.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word 2003, Microsoft Excel 2003, Microsoft PowerPoint 2003, Microsoft Access 2003, Microsoft Publisher 2003
AWARDS
Employee of the Month, July 2002, Center for Comprehensive Services, Carbondale, IL.
Dean¡¯s List, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL and Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL.
Letter of Commendation, July 1994, for participating in the marching platoon that received a grade of ¡°excellent¡± during Commanding General¡¯s Inspection in Cherry Point, NC.
Letter of Commendation, 1992, for maintaining a 98.3% GPA in the TSEC/KI-1A Limited Maintenance (Course taken in Cherry Point, NC).
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, 1993 and 1995, for service at sea and Japan.
Good Conduct Medal, 1994, for good conduct during time of service in the United States Marine Corps.
Southwest Asia Service Medal, 1993, for service in the Persian Gulf region.
Joint Meritorious Unit Award, 1993, for service in Operation Restore Hope, Somalia.
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, 1993, for service in Operation Restore Hope, Somalia.
National Defense Service Medal, 1991, for service during the time of Operation Desert Storm.
