Octavio L. Seijas

Director of International Programs at College of Our Lady of the Elms
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States, US
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Japanese Professional working proficiency
  • Chinese Elementary proficiency
  • Portuguese Elementary proficiency

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Dr. Adam Payne

It was a true pleasure to work with Octavio. He is professional, very knowledgeable on a variety of topics, and he possesses the kind of work ethic and overall approach to work that would be very valuable to any group or team of which he is a part. Overall, Octavio seems to have a deep appreciation for the power of education, and the capacity to accept and work with different perspectives.

Kelly K.

Octavio is passionate about working in higher education and is a reliable employee. He was able to easily build professional relationships with the students and ACT employees during our time working together in Thessaloniki, Greece for Northeastern University's NUin Greece program. He learns quickly and is always willing to take on new projects and new experiences. I would enjoy working with Octavio again in the future.

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Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Director of International Programs
      • Sep 2021 - Present

    • United States
    • Armed Forces
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Engineering Officer
      • Oct 2021 - Present

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Adjunct Faculty
      • Mar 2019 - Mar 2022

      ● Plan and instruct five 90-minute classes of 14 Japanese, female undergraduates each week. ● Create and implement syllabi, assignments, assessments, and additional learning materials. ● Incorporate new technologies to enhance the learning environment such as Quizlet, Kahoot, and Voicethread. ● Maintain online course services through Moodle Learning Platform. ● Participate in monthly faculty meetings to share updates and best practices. ● Plan and instruct five 90-minute classes of 14 Japanese, female undergraduates each week. ● Create and implement syllabi, assignments, assessments, and additional learning materials. ● Incorporate new technologies to enhance the learning environment such as Quizlet, Kahoot, and Voicethread. ● Maintain online course services through Moodle Learning Platform. ● Participate in monthly faculty meetings to share updates and best practices.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Temporary Assistant International Student Advisor
      • Mar 2021 - May 2021

      ● Acted as a primary point contact for an international student and scholar population of over 17,000. ● Advised students on immigration compliance concerns ranging from general inquiries to complex cases. ● Maintained a working knowledge of current immigration and SEVIS policies, specializing in F-1 visas. ● Acted as a primary point contact for an international student and scholar population of over 17,000. ● Advised students on immigration compliance concerns ranging from general inquiries to complex cases. ● Maintained a working knowledge of current immigration and SEVIS policies, specializing in F-1 visas.

    • Higher Education
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Graduate Intern - Office of International Programs
      • Jan 2020 - May 2020

      ● Advised study abroad students and oversee their progress using TerraDotta. ● Assisted with the marketing and planning of events such as information sessions and study abroad fairs. ● Expanded the amount of resources and updated the handbook for study abroad returnees. Researched and compiled an extensive list of scholarships and financial resources for study abroad. ● Advised study abroad students and oversee their progress using TerraDotta. ● Assisted with the marketing and planning of events such as information sessions and study abroad fairs. ● Expanded the amount of resources and updated the handbook for study abroad returnees. Researched and compiled an extensive list of scholarships and financial resources for study abroad.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Project Assistant - Global Programs
      • Feb 2020 - Apr 2020

      ● Provided logistical support to host an immersion program of 50 international student participants. ● Customized courses on Moodle by adding subsections for classes and uploading documents as needed. ● Created presentations and manuals for the J-1 visa process and various MIT systems. Conducted exploratory research into potential new partnerships with possible course offerings. ● Provided logistical support to host an immersion program of 50 international student participants. ● Customized courses on Moodle by adding subsections for classes and uploading documents as needed. ● Created presentations and manuals for the J-1 visa process and various MIT systems. Conducted exploratory research into potential new partnerships with possible course offerings.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Graduate Assistant for the Robsham Theatre Arts Center
      • Aug 2018 - Mar 2020

      ● Manage scheduling and reservations for six performance and practice venues using EMS software. ● Assess student events and analyze the results in order to discover areas of improvement and document via the “Lessons Learned” Assessment program. ● Created new digital signage systems displaying current weekly calendars and important information. Improved reservation processes by standardizing best practices and common terminology. ● Manage scheduling and reservations for six performance and practice venues using EMS software. ● Assess student events and analyze the results in order to discover areas of improvement and document via the “Lessons Learned” Assessment program. ● Created new digital signage systems displaying current weekly calendars and important information. Improved reservation processes by standardizing best practices and common terminology.

    • International Affairs
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
      • Aug 2013 - Jul 2018

      ● Plan and teach English lessons for junior high and elementary school students in partnership with native Japanese teachers. ● Help create and execute English Summer School for Kobe junior high school students, an annual three-day program emphasizing creativity and hands-on activities to promote English communication. ● Collaborate with other ALTs and Japanese English teachers at Kobe Board of Education seminars, discussing education methods, creating lessons, and critiquing example… Show more ● Plan and teach English lessons for junior high and elementary school students in partnership with native Japanese teachers. ● Help create and execute English Summer School for Kobe junior high school students, an annual three-day program emphasizing creativity and hands-on activities to promote English communication. ● Collaborate with other ALTs and Japanese English teachers at Kobe Board of Education seminars, discussing education methods, creating lessons, and critiquing example classes. ● Presented an International Education seminar at the annual Kobe Education Forum (KOBE教育フォーラム) in August 2014, covering topics related to U.S. culture. ● Lead weekly discussion groups in Spanish with students of Kobe City University of Foreign Studies. ● Serve as a cultural ambassador as the only American employee in a public junior high school. ● Coach the school baseball team to the round of 8 out of 82 schools in Kobe. Show less ● Plan and teach English lessons for junior high and elementary school students in partnership with native Japanese teachers. ● Help create and execute English Summer School for Kobe junior high school students, an annual three-day program emphasizing creativity and hands-on activities to promote English communication. ● Collaborate with other ALTs and Japanese English teachers at Kobe Board of Education seminars, discussing education methods, creating lessons, and critiquing example… Show more ● Plan and teach English lessons for junior high and elementary school students in partnership with native Japanese teachers. ● Help create and execute English Summer School for Kobe junior high school students, an annual three-day program emphasizing creativity and hands-on activities to promote English communication. ● Collaborate with other ALTs and Japanese English teachers at Kobe Board of Education seminars, discussing education methods, creating lessons, and critiquing example classes. ● Presented an International Education seminar at the annual Kobe Education Forum (KOBE教育フォーラム) in August 2014, covering topics related to U.S. culture. ● Lead weekly discussion groups in Spanish with students of Kobe City University of Foreign Studies. ● Serve as a cultural ambassador as the only American employee in a public junior high school. ● Coach the school baseball team to the round of 8 out of 82 schools in Kobe. Show less

    • Greece
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Enrollment Officer for North America
      • Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

      ● Work as part of the ACT enrollment team with the design and implementation of the Enrollment Management Plan for North America. ● Prepare presentations for use at school presentations, info sessions, and international education conferences. ● Advise prospective students on application and visa procedures. ● Develop and maintain an updated database of study abroad students and alumni. ● Update prospective students and alumni on regular news about ACT and engage them in… Show more ● Work as part of the ACT enrollment team with the design and implementation of the Enrollment Management Plan for North America. ● Prepare presentations for use at school presentations, info sessions, and international education conferences. ● Advise prospective students on application and visa procedures. ● Develop and maintain an updated database of study abroad students and alumni. ● Update prospective students and alumni on regular news about ACT and engage them in ambassadorial assistance in their own community when required. ● Debrief students upon their return regarding their experience and use the information provided to improve the program where needed. Show less ● Work as part of the ACT enrollment team with the design and implementation of the Enrollment Management Plan for North America. ● Prepare presentations for use at school presentations, info sessions, and international education conferences. ● Advise prospective students on application and visa procedures. ● Develop and maintain an updated database of study abroad students and alumni. ● Update prospective students and alumni on regular news about ACT and engage them in… Show more ● Work as part of the ACT enrollment team with the design and implementation of the Enrollment Management Plan for North America. ● Prepare presentations for use at school presentations, info sessions, and international education conferences. ● Advise prospective students on application and visa procedures. ● Develop and maintain an updated database of study abroad students and alumni. ● Update prospective students and alumni on regular news about ACT and engage them in ambassadorial assistance in their own community when required. ● Debrief students upon their return regarding their experience and use the information provided to improve the program where needed. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • International Student Advisor
      • May 2011 - Dec 2011

      ● Direct responsibility for freshmen student development and effective community living in an abroad environment that is conducive to social and intellectual growth, and academic success for students who are new to the academic environment. ● Exercised good judgment in supervision, emergency response, and policy interpretation and implementation. ● Built community by developing and leading social, educational, and stress management activities with a focus on the safety and support for the… Show more ● Direct responsibility for freshmen student development and effective community living in an abroad environment that is conducive to social and intellectual growth, and academic success for students who are new to the academic environment. ● Exercised good judgment in supervision, emergency response, and policy interpretation and implementation. ● Built community by developing and leading social, educational, and stress management activities with a focus on the safety and support for the extraordinary experience that the NUin program has to offer. ● Coordinated and monitored volunteer activity for students. ● Served as a teacher’s assistant (TA) and peer counselor for course on global studies. ● Assisted in developing and facilitating pre-departure program. Show less ● Direct responsibility for freshmen student development and effective community living in an abroad environment that is conducive to social and intellectual growth, and academic success for students who are new to the academic environment. ● Exercised good judgment in supervision, emergency response, and policy interpretation and implementation. ● Built community by developing and leading social, educational, and stress management activities with a focus on the safety and support for the… Show more ● Direct responsibility for freshmen student development and effective community living in an abroad environment that is conducive to social and intellectual growth, and academic success for students who are new to the academic environment. ● Exercised good judgment in supervision, emergency response, and policy interpretation and implementation. ● Built community by developing and leading social, educational, and stress management activities with a focus on the safety and support for the extraordinary experience that the NUin program has to offer. ● Coordinated and monitored volunteer activity for students. ● Served as a teacher’s assistant (TA) and peer counselor for course on global studies. ● Assisted in developing and facilitating pre-departure program. Show less

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Admissions Office Husky Ambassador
      • May 2008 - May 2010

      ● Led groups of up to 60 visitors through hour-long tours of Northeastern University’s campus. ● Participated in open houses involving discussion panels, presentations, and Q&A sessions. ● Provided administrative assistance and technical support to admissions counselors.

    • Resident Assistant
      • Mar 2007 - May 2008

    • France
    • Apparel & Fashion
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Merchandising Associate Co-op
      • Mar 2009 - Jul 2009

      ● Updated hundreds of client and supplier orders using various database systems. ● Assisted in quality control and assurance of samples, shipments, and factory conditions. ● Instructed semi-weekly English lessons of over ten fellow co-workers. ● Updated hundreds of client and supplier orders using various database systems. ● Assisted in quality control and assurance of samples, shipments, and factory conditions. ● Instructed semi-weekly English lessons of over ten fellow co-workers.

    • United States
    • Insurance
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Business Conversions Co-op
      • 2008 - 2008

      ● Researched, organized and updated client and plan information using DST database systems and Microsoft Excel. ● Improved efficiency of client application procedures by modifying new business applications. ● Reviewed incoming applications for proper completion and filed them appropriately. ● Researched, organized and updated client and plan information using DST database systems and Microsoft Excel. ● Improved efficiency of client application procedures by modifying new business applications. ● Reviewed incoming applications for proper completion and filed them appropriately.

Education

  • Boston College Lynch School
    Master of Arts - MA, International Higher Education
    2018 - 2020
  • University of the People
    Master of Business Administration - MBA
    2017 - 2018
  • Hokkai Gakuen University
    Study abroad program
    2010 - 2010
  • Northeastern University
    Bachelor of Science, International Business, East Asian Studies
    2006 - 2010
  • The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    Semester abroad, International Business
    2008 - 2008

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