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Teach in Japan Resume - Yuri Gushiken
by Yuri Gushiken
Teach in Japan Resume - Yuri Gushiken Looking to TEACH and reunite with FAMILY I am highly motivated to teach English to students in Okinawa. My father is Okinawan and my mother is American. I was born and raised in California in 1986 where I have had a full American education, including a B.A. degree studying politics from the University of California. I have experience living abroad and experience in Japan and Okinawa. The following is my resume and cover letter. Thank you for your consideration. Yuri Gushiken 426 University Avenue Davis, CA 95616 (925) 451-4854 enthuesd@gmail.com 11 March, 2011 Dear Prospective Employers, I am highly motivated to teach English to students in Okinawa. My experiences with international travel, university courses in international relations, and international debate in Model United Nations, have shown me how important the English language is in both world and personal affairs. I understand that instruction in English is an important and necessary part of a world class education, and I want to contribute my knowledge in the subject to the students of Japan. I am also enthusiastic to gain an immersive Japanese cultural experience. Having lived overseas before and having travelled extensively, including two visits to Japan, I am confident that I am prepared to relocate to Japan. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Yuri Gushiken Objective An English teaching position in Okinawa, Japan Education Political Science B.A. degree from the University of California, Davis. 3.65 GPA. Skills ? Quick ability to learn new concepts and understand new ideas ? Excellent communication, presentation, and teamwork abilities acquired through leadership roles ? Classroom control: experience in moderating debate and reinforcing rules in Model United Nations debate conferences ? Leadership in student government and management in business ? Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and Powerpoint EXPERIENCE ? Shift Manager, Varsity Theater, Davis, CA Jan. 2007 - Present o Coordination of special events and guest lectures o File nightly reports, handling money, commanding company inventory ? Treasurer/Chief Financial Officer, Model United Nations Club, UC Davis Jun. 2009 ? Jun.2010 o Management of over $20,000 of club funds o Logistics of club events, booking rooms and venues ? Senator, Associated Student Body, Woodland Community College Sep. 2007 ? Jun. 2008 o Communication with and representation for student body o Helped introduce identification card system to the college ? Quick Service Technician, Walnut Creek Honda, Walnut Creek, CA Aug. 2005 - Aug. 2006 o Vehicle maintenance according to strict company regulations and directions o Required multitasking and strict deadlines References available upon request. |
