Project Engineer

• May 2021 - Present

Project Engineer at Oceanic Companies, Inc. Project Engineer at Oceanic Companies, Inc.

Climate Project Backer

• Jun 2022 - Present

Native English Instructor

• Jul 2014 - Mar 2021

Instructed English using a specialized interactive English immersion curriculum. Worked side-by-side a Japanese assistant instructor instructing small class sizes. Precise, natural, clear, well-considered body language, pronunciation, and speaking style necessary to convey teachings to non-English speakers of all ages (2 to adult). ► Exceptional ability to connect with students on a deep, personal level and persistent improvement of the interactive, immersive curriculum granted excellent student results, quickly became one of the most requested teachers by parents of students. ► Trained new instructors on proper use of immersion curriculum. Recognized by superiors for ability to instruct and communicate well and was trusted with training new hires. Show less

Native Speaking English Teacher (NSET)

• Mar 2012 - Mar 2013

Tasked with developing and teaching an English instruction curriculum for all grades of a public Korean middle school. Living abroad in a non-English environment for the first time, adapted to a new culture and learned a new language while learning to teach English to a class of students that do not speak English. ►Succeeded in developing fun and engaging lessons despite a steep learning curve while becoming a favorite teacher of the students despite a new and challenging environment. Tasked with developing and teaching an English instruction curriculum for all grades of a public Korean middle school. Living abroad in a non-English environment for the first time, adapted to a new culture and learned a new language while learning to teach English to a class of students that do not speak English. ►Succeeded in developing fun and engaging lessons despite a steep learning curve while becoming a favorite teacher of the students despite a new and challenging environment.

Mechanical Engineer

• Mar 2010 - Dec 2011

Worked with a team to manage various engineering projects including overseeing the repair of a geothermal power plant and development of experimental tank monitoring devices. Performed basic engineering analyses, report/document preparation and other office tasks. Met with and presented findings and recommendations to clients. On-site inspection and client meetings also necessary. ►Constantly challenged with wide variety of projects and contracts, requiring daily adaptation and stance switching, the ability to quickly grasp new concepts/skills and adapt to multiple different engineering projects each day. ►Excellent written and oral communication and teamwork with team members was necessary. Within the small company, strong interpersonal skills were needed for the frequent meetings with a close-knit team dedicated to the company mission. Show less