Robert Burton M.A.I.S
Coordinator of High School and Middle School Programs at The Valentine- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Chinese Limited working proficiency
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LinkedIn User
Robert is such an awesome, versatile, goals oriented person. His understanding combined with his market experties made him a competent choice of consultant over US and China market. It was wonderful working with him:)
James Cozzone （岳俊雄）
I was fortunate to work with Robert on an exporting project. He is very professional and direct with his objectives. His requests are clear and concise thus eliminating any miscommunication. It really shows his expertise in the field. He is a top-in-class professional that always put's his customer's first. Any one would be lucky to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Robert is such an awesome, versatile, goals oriented person. His understanding combined with his market experties made him a competent choice of consultant over US and China market. It was wonderful working with him:)
James Cozzone （岳俊雄）
I was fortunate to work with Robert on an exporting project. He is very professional and direct with his objectives. His requests are clear and concise thus eliminating any miscommunication. It really shows his expertise in the field. He is a top-in-class professional that always put's his customer's first. Any one would be lucky to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Robert is such an awesome, versatile, goals oriented person. His understanding combined with his market experties made him a competent choice of consultant over US and China market. It was wonderful working with him:)
James Cozzone （岳俊雄）
I was fortunate to work with Robert on an exporting project. He is very professional and direct with his objectives. His requests are clear and concise thus eliminating any miscommunication. It really shows his expertise in the field. He is a top-in-class professional that always put's his customer's first. Any one would be lucky to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Robert is such an awesome, versatile, goals oriented person. His understanding combined with his market experties made him a competent choice of consultant over US and China market. It was wonderful working with him:)
James Cozzone （岳俊雄）
I was fortunate to work with Robert on an exporting project. He is very professional and direct with his objectives. His requests are clear and concise thus eliminating any miscommunication. It really shows his expertise in the field. He is a top-in-class professional that always put's his customer's first. Any one would be lucky to work with him.
Credentials
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Tesol
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Experience
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The Valentine
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Coordinator of High School and Middle School Programs
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Jul 2023 - Present
I plan, facilitate and coordinate educational programs for Middle and High Schools. I work with other colleagues, liaise with teachers and direct educators to develop and deliver stories about the city of Richmond and it's History.
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Educator
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Oct 2021 - Jul 2023
Educates the general public on the history of Richmond and Central Virginia.
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Evolutions Concepts
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Richmond, Virginia Area
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Campaign Marketer
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Oct 2019 - Nov 2022
Generates leads for client companies which maximized client’s profit margins. Trained in marketing systems and sales systems while exemplifying them in the field with measurable success. Consistently worked with people to create and capitalize on impulse. Generates leads for client companies which maximized client’s profit margins. Trained in marketing systems and sales systems while exemplifying them in the field with measurable success. Consistently worked with people to create and capitalize on impulse.
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Shekina International Business Consulting Company
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Shanghai City, China
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Business Analyst
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Aug 2016 - Nov 2022
Currently working as a Business Analyst, utilizing deep seated knowledge of the Chinese market and business culture. Additional responsibilities also include investor relations as we are now seeking Investment for a Copper Mine in Tanzania. Currently working as a Business Analyst, utilizing deep seated knowledge of the Chinese market and business culture. Additional responsibilities also include investor relations as we are now seeking Investment for a Copper Mine in Tanzania.
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EF English First
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Switzerland
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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University English Instructor EF Academic Partnerships
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Feb 2016 - Aug 2018
Delivered English instruction in a University environment. I not only taught English, I delivered english instruction augmented with a critical understanding of the culture and history behind the language. My position also required Curriculum Development and course planning to create courses that deal with non- language oriented material. Delivered English instruction in a University environment. I not only taught English, I delivered english instruction augmented with a critical understanding of the culture and history behind the language. My position also required Curriculum Development and course planning to create courses that deal with non- language oriented material.
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Web English
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Shanghai, China
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English Language Instructor
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Jul 2013 - Feb 2016
I utilize previously conceived lesson plans to create an english environment for Chinese professionals studying English in one of many of the company's centers around Shanghai. My instruction and facilitation skills create a classroom environment most conducive to using the language immersion method of language acquisition. I utilize previously conceived lesson plans to create an english environment for Chinese professionals studying English in one of many of the company's centers around Shanghai. My instruction and facilitation skills create a classroom environment most conducive to using the language immersion method of language acquisition.
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Shanghai Pinghe School
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Shanghai, China
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English Teacher
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Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Teaching English at an International Baccalaureate school in Shanghai, China while earning my Masters in International Studies with a concentration in business. Teaching English at an International Baccalaureate school in Shanghai, China while earning my Masters in International Studies with a concentration in business.
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Primerica
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Independent Insurance Representative
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Nov 2011 - Oct 2012
Helping families become properly insured, financially independent, and debt free. Helping families become properly insured, financially independent, and debt free.
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Program Assistant
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Nov 2011 - Jun 2012
Works with other teachers to provide supplemental educational resources to inner city youth Teaches elementary Chinese and other cultural topics to broaden the horizons of 6 and 7th graders Provides mentoring and positive role model image to youth from underprivileged communities. Works with other teachers to provide supplemental educational resources to inner city youth Teaches elementary Chinese and other cultural topics to broaden the horizons of 6 and 7th graders Provides mentoring and positive role model image to youth from underprivileged communities.
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National Society of Black Engineers
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Non-profit Organizations
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400 - 500 Employee
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Collegiate Mentor
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Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
Trained in basic engineering concepts. Worked well with a team to educate 4th -7th graders on engineering concepts and then assist them as they construct their own mechanized toy. Instructed several medium sized classes, while effectively applying positive classroom management skills. Mentored youth through helping them develop high self-esteem, confidence, positive behaviors, critical and analytical thinking skills, and a positive self-image. Trained in basic engineering concepts. Worked well with a team to educate 4th -7th graders on engineering concepts and then assist them as they construct their own mechanized toy. Instructed several medium sized classes, while effectively applying positive classroom management skills. Mentored youth through helping them develop high self-esteem, confidence, positive behaviors, critical and analytical thinking skills, and a positive self-image.
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Counselor
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Feb 2011 - Jun 2011
Assisted ex-offenders re-integrate into the community by assisting them with finding needed resources Wrote the curriculum for and taught an employment workshop for clients Empowered Clients with job placement and success coordination Assisted ex-offenders re-integrate into the community by assisting them with finding needed resources Wrote the curriculum for and taught an employment workshop for clients Empowered Clients with job placement and success coordination
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Envision by WorldStrides
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Faculty Advisor
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Jun 2010 - Aug 2010
Provided leadership skills training for high-achieving American and international scholars, and education on the World Bank, the United Nations, diplomacy, the American political system, intricacies of the branches of government and campaigning for political office. Facilitated cross-country workshops on conflict resolution, decision making, goal setting, presentation skills/effective communication, diversity/tolerance, and group dynamics. Provided leadership skills training for high-achieving American and international scholars, and education on the World Bank, the United Nations, diplomacy, the American political system, intricacies of the branches of government and campaigning for political office. Facilitated cross-country workshops on conflict resolution, decision making, goal setting, presentation skills/effective communication, diversity/tolerance, and group dynamics.
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Sales Associate
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2009 - 2010
Optimized sales volume through monitoring merchandise quantities and safeguarding inventory Recognized for meeting or exceeding daily goals Recognized for outstanding customer service and add-on sales Optimized sales volume through monitoring merchandise quantities and safeguarding inventory Recognized for meeting or exceeding daily goals Recognized for outstanding customer service and add-on sales
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Morehouse College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Work Study Student
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2006 - 2009
Work Study Student Performed Administrative duties which included customer service, coordinating schedules for Department Chairman and Dean of Humanities Served as a point of contact for educators from foreign universities Work Study Student Performed Administrative duties which included customer service, coordinating schedules for Department Chairman and Dean of Humanities Served as a point of contact for educators from foreign universities
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Education
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2012 - 2014
Concordia University-Irvine
Master of Arts (M.A.), International/Global Studies -
2009 - 2009
Beijing Language and Culture University
Certificate of Language Proficiency, Mandarin -
2005 - 2009
Morehouse College
B.A, History -
Morehouse College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History
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