Edward Smith
Instructional Interventionist at GOODWILL EXCEL CENTER PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL- Claim this Profile
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Japanese Professional working proficiency
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Chinese Limited working proficiency
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Tibetan Elementary proficiency
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Victor Rodriguez
Ed, I recommend you as an employment specialist. I am still so grateful to you for all your help. You picked me up and dusted me off. I was unemployed with little confidence. You had a plan and you helped me with my resume and cover letter. That day you listened to me and gave me a pep talk I needed that. You did a mock interview with me and you let me interview you. A job search by nature is full of rejection and that rejection can take a toll. You showed me to stay after it and the job search will work out. Most of all you allowed me to list you as a reference. That was a sparkling addition, my very own employment specialist on my resume. I guess what I’m getting at is thanks a million.
Ryan Chang
Edward taught English to employees of Newedge Taiwan in 2008. We felt confident of holding conversation with foreign clients after his English lessons. He was a cheerful teacher and always enthusiastic about helping students with English. We really enjoyed learning English with him.
Victor Rodriguez
Ed, I recommend you as an employment specialist. I am still so grateful to you for all your help. You picked me up and dusted me off. I was unemployed with little confidence. You had a plan and you helped me with my resume and cover letter. That day you listened to me and gave me a pep talk I needed that. You did a mock interview with me and you let me interview you. A job search by nature is full of rejection and that rejection can take a toll. You showed me to stay after it and the job search will work out. Most of all you allowed me to list you as a reference. That was a sparkling addition, my very own employment specialist on my resume. I guess what I’m getting at is thanks a million.
Ryan Chang
Edward taught English to employees of Newedge Taiwan in 2008. We felt confident of holding conversation with foreign clients after his English lessons. He was a cheerful teacher and always enthusiastic about helping students with English. We really enjoyed learning English with him.
Victor Rodriguez
Ed, I recommend you as an employment specialist. I am still so grateful to you for all your help. You picked me up and dusted me off. I was unemployed with little confidence. You had a plan and you helped me with my resume and cover letter. That day you listened to me and gave me a pep talk I needed that. You did a mock interview with me and you let me interview you. A job search by nature is full of rejection and that rejection can take a toll. You showed me to stay after it and the job search will work out. Most of all you allowed me to list you as a reference. That was a sparkling addition, my very own employment specialist on my resume. I guess what I’m getting at is thanks a million.
Ryan Chang
Edward taught English to employees of Newedge Taiwan in 2008. We felt confident of holding conversation with foreign clients after his English lessons. He was a cheerful teacher and always enthusiastic about helping students with English. We really enjoyed learning English with him.
Victor Rodriguez
Ed, I recommend you as an employment specialist. I am still so grateful to you for all your help. You picked me up and dusted me off. I was unemployed with little confidence. You had a plan and you helped me with my resume and cover letter. That day you listened to me and gave me a pep talk I needed that. You did a mock interview with me and you let me interview you. A job search by nature is full of rejection and that rejection can take a toll. You showed me to stay after it and the job search will work out. Most of all you allowed me to list you as a reference. That was a sparkling addition, my very own employment specialist on my resume. I guess what I’m getting at is thanks a million.
Ryan Chang
Edward taught English to employees of Newedge Taiwan in 2008. We felt confident of holding conversation with foreign clients after his English lessons. He was a cheerful teacher and always enthusiastic about helping students with English. We really enjoyed learning English with him.
Credentials
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Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics
CourseraNov, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
ASU Global LaunchJul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Bridges Out of Poverty Trainer Certification
aha! ProcessMar, 2016- Oct, 2024
Experience
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GOODWILL EXCEL CENTER PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
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Decatur Township, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Instructional Interventionist
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Jul 2022 - Present
-Conduct Adult Roles courses focusing on the development of professional skills for successful completion of high school studies, entrance into upper education programs, and career advancement -Assist Head Instructor with English as a Second Language studies for recent immigrants and limited English proficiency students; apply effective pedagogical practices for students to comprehend academic English and advance into native language courses for high school completion -Engage in tutoring activities for students experiencing difficulties in English language and math courses -Partner with special education coaches and academic coaches to assist students encountering difficulties with academic advancement, and develop strategies for successfully achieving academic goals
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Freelance
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Online
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Edward Smith ESL Tutoring
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Mar 2019 - Present
-Instruct online lessons for students in Japan focusing on reading ability and conversational fluency -Assist online students with grammatical issues, and provide feedback on English language homework assignments -Instruct online lessons for students in Japan focusing on reading ability and conversational fluency -Assist online students with grammatical issues, and provide feedback on English language homework assignments
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Sagalingua Language and Culture Coaching
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Bellevue, WA
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ESL Instructor
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May 2018 - Jun 2022
-Develop and facilitate one-on-one and small group lessons -Assist and/or lead conversation groups for people of all levels -Assist with new student assessments to determine their starting level -Develop and facilitate one-on-one and small group lessons -Assist and/or lead conversation groups for people of all levels -Assist with new student assessments to determine their starting level
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YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Employment and Training Specialist (WorkFirst Program/BFET Program)
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Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
-Assist clients from diverse backgrounds enrolled in the Community Jobs program by engaging them in career assessments and defining occupational and educational development goals-Advise clients in methods to improve resumes, cover letters, and interviewing skills -Organize internship positions for clients to enhance job skills and occupational marketability-Manage a team of 4 staff members by assigning internship referrals from the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services to appropriate staff members, and inquiring upon client progress
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Basic Food Employment and Training Program (BFET) Employment Specialist
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Mar 2014 - Jul 2015
-Recruited, interviewed, screened, determined eligibility for, enrolled, and oriented food stamp recipients into program-Provided regular outreach to DSHS, college partners, and other service providers in the community-Assessed client’s job readiness and occupational training needs-Helped develop clear and realistic employment and educational objectives for BFET enrolled clients-Provided clients with support services and assisted with resolving barriers to employment-Provided individual and group job search preparation and training to explore and develop the habits and attitudes needed to be successful in the workplace-Coached clients in developing job skills, resumes, cover letters, and job search strategies-Referred clients to appropriate occupational training programs for career advancement-Supported clients in maintaining employment following placement
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Community Jobs Employment Specialist
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Jun 2013 - Feb 2014
-Assisted TANF recipients in east King county establish themselves within Non-profit internship positions and develop relevant job skills to gain stable, long-term employment-Focused upon intensive case management to assist clients with the removal of personal and professional barriers to success-Instructed bi-weekly job clubs that focused upon resume and cover letter development, interviewing skills, and effective methods for navigating social media to achieve occupational goals
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Cultural Exchange and Language Academy
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Bellevue, Washington
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English Instructor/Writing Tutor
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Apr 2016 - Oct 2017
-Assisted children and adults with grammatical accuracy and conversational fluency -Assisted students with developing proper thesis statements and clear supporting material for academic papers -Educated students on proper use of idiomatic phrases and colloquial speech patterns -Assisted children and adults with grammatical accuracy and conversational fluency -Assisted students with developing proper thesis statements and clear supporting material for academic papers -Educated students on proper use of idiomatic phrases and colloquial speech patterns
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Jubilee Reach
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Bellevue, Washington
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Volunteer ESL Instructor
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Feb 2015 - Sep 2016
-Developed curriculum, instructed English course for intermediate level ESL students, and evaluated student progress -Developed curriculum, instructed English course for intermediate level ESL students, and evaluated student progress
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University of Washington
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Greater Seattle Area
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Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Jan 2011 - Jun 2013
-Instructed undergraduate quiz sections for Religions of the East general course and International Studies core courses -Consulted with students on educational progress, and evaluated written work -Assisted course professors with website maintenance, updating of necessary course documents, and weekly meeting planning -Instructed undergraduate quiz sections for Religions of the East general course and International Studies core courses -Consulted with students on educational progress, and evaluated written work -Assisted course professors with website maintenance, updating of necessary course documents, and weekly meeting planning
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Employment Specialist
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Sep 2009 - Sep 2010
-Assisted TANF recipients in Seattle establish themselves within Non-profit internship positions and develop relevant job skills to gain stable, long-term employment -Focused upon intensive case management to assist clients with the removal of personal and professional barriers to success -Involved with the Business Services Team and Job Seekers Team to facilitate events such as Job Fairs, Employer of the Day Events, and Resume/Cover Letter/Interviewing Skills Workshops -Assisted TANF recipients in Seattle establish themselves within Non-profit internship positions and develop relevant job skills to gain stable, long-term employment -Focused upon intensive case management to assist clients with the removal of personal and professional barriers to success -Involved with the Business Services Team and Job Seekers Team to facilitate events such as Job Fairs, Employer of the Day Events, and Resume/Cover Letter/Interviewing Skills Workshops
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Hess International Studies Institute
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Taipei City, Taiwan
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Senior Language Instructor
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Sep 2007 - Jun 2009
-Involved in curriculum development, instructor scheduling and training, and English language instruction. -Involved in curriculum development, instructor scheduling and training, and English language instruction.
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David’s English Center
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Taipei City, Taiwan
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English Teacher
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2004 - 2005
-Organized and taught ESL courses -Organized and taught ESL courses
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Education
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2022 - 2024
Arizona State University
Master's degree, TESOL -
2010 - 2013
University of Washington
Master's, Comparative Religion -
1991 - 1995
Hanover College
B.A., Sociology and Religious Studies -
1987 - 1991
Broad Ripple High School
High School Diploma, Humanities -
Central New Mexico Community College
Financial Coach Certificate (CNM Ingenuity, Inc.), Financial Coaching -
aha! Process Inc.
Bridges Out of Poverty Trainer Certification, Poverty Understanding and Alleviation Strategies for Social Service Workers
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