Abby Brook
AbbyBrook@gmail.com
Summary of Qualifications
Experienced Business and Professional ESL Lecturer
Native Speaker of American English
Fluent Chinese Speaker with some French and Japanese
International Experience
Great working with Children
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Basic Computing Skills
Education
Bachelor¢®¯s Degree in Elective Studies, St. Cloud State University£¬St. Cloud, MN USA
January 2008
Studied Chinese language as an exchange student at Tianjin Foreign Studies University for 4 academic semesters.
Awarded the Lambert Scholarship for outstanding academic achievement.
Work Experience
English Instructor, Lucky International English Center, Tianjin, China.
August 2007- May 2007
Responsibilities include preparing and administering several 1-hour classes per day designed to enhance student¢®¯s vocabulary, grammar, and oral English ability.
Graduate English Lecturer, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China.
June 2007-July 2007
Responsibilities include instructing a one-month intensive oral English training course designed for graduate students preparing to travel abroad. Creating an interesting and interactive environment to enhance students¢®¯ confidence in common speaking situations.
English Lecturer, Borhans Enterprise Training and Consulting Co. Ltd., Tianjin, China.
April 2007-May 2007
Responsibilities include evaluating the English level of employees at Nikko Hotels on a consulting basis. Providing administrative support to Borhans management team.
Pop Kids English Teacher, New Oriental School, Tianjin, China.
May 2005-November 2005
Responsibilities include teaching young children English language at the beginner level. Designing classes for children aged 6-10 to help them develop interest in the English language.
Volunteer Experience
Sunday School Teacher, First Presbyterian Church, MN, USA
February 2006-January 2007
Taught religious studies to children aged 4-6 on Sunday mornings during service hours. Program designed to get kids excited about Jesus rather than memorize passages.