Summary:  Graduate of Cambridge University CELTA program.  Native English speaker; multilingual; USA/ EU citizen.

                  Committed to social justice through the advancement of  education and community development.  Multilingual. 

                  Strong interest in content-based (CLIL) methods, and teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP).

Professional Experience
	[ 2010 ]                         Cantonese and Toisan Cultural Society                       New York, NY English Language (TESOL/ ESL) Educator §     In charge of new program development.  Design general and test-specific syllabi with focus on critical thinking.  Promote academic environment through content-based curriculum.  Use standard, authentic, and original sources.   §     Conduct beginner through advanced level ESL classes.  Use text-based and test-teach-test presentation models.  Improve language, content, and deductive reasoning skills through student-centered activities.  Lesson-type stages designed to facilitate learning and engage critical thought. §     Contextualize grammar and lexis using relevant real-life examples.  Ensure active class participation.  Address learner-type and cultural diversity.  Focus on positive classroom rapport. §     Correct sound, phonetic structure, and speaker-type pronunciation errors.  Effective language drilling and accent reduction techniques.  Use of phonemes and stress indicators to demonstrate correct form.  §     Use elicitation and guided discovery methods to accelerate language learning.  Emphasize group work, fluency practice, and self/ peer correction.  Strong class monitoring and error correction skills.  §     Develop reference materials for study and reinforcement.  Include optional topics for more advanced learners. §     Available for post-lesson discussions and clarification on extra-curricular topics.  Recognized by students for exceptional rapport and patience. §     Administer level-assessment exams.  §     Use language testing as progress-monitoring and confidence-building tool. §     Conduct private and semi-private classes.  Assist study groups.  [ 2009 ]                        Teaching House NY, St. John’s University                  New York, NY University of Cambridge CELTA Teacher Trainee §     Instructed beginner through advanced level multilingual learners. §     Collaborated on team teaching methods and syllabus development. §     Developed student-centered plans for skills and systems lessons.  Creative content-based planning. §     Recognized by course staff for exceptional classroom rapport. §     Completed program-mandated learner and language related assignments. [ 2005 – 2007 ]              East Harlem Tutorial Program, Inc.                              New York, NY Tutor in the Sciences and Humanities §     Tutored at-risk students in English, mathematics, natural sciences, and humanities. §     Researched, developed, and taught introductory courses in philosophy, logic, and critical thought. §     Tutored young learners using content-based ESL materials. §     Organized ESL classes for students’ parents.  Focus on conversation and language fluency. §     Mentored adolescents in underserved community.  Emphasized ethics, co-operation, self-reliance, and altruism.
Languages
	§     Fluent Polish and Russian; conversational Ukrainian. §     Studying Cantonese. §     Interest in Dutch, Italian, and Spanish.
Professional Associations/ Memberships
	§     APA – American Philosophical Association. §     AAC – American Alpine Club. §     Founded: Philosophy In Action Group, Inc. (www.philosophyinaction.org) – nonprofit educational framework designed to promote philosophy as a model for ethical participation, lecture in the sciences and humanities, and support underserved communities. §     Founded: KW-USA – representative body of Polish mountaineering in the United States. §     Founded: Vegunks – ethical vegan mountain climbing group and mountaineering team.

 

Other Experience
	[ 2010 – Present ]         Ahimsa Transportation Group, Inc. (ATG)               New York, NY President/ Founder/ General Partner §     Founded New York City's premier ground transportation start-up. §     Design business plan.  Implement policies and pricing structures. §     Negotiate and manage corporate accounts.  Research and develop new marketing strategies. §     Recruit and direct top-caliber operators and office staff. §     Handle company accounting and legal operations. §     Develop specialized software.  Regulate information technologies. [ 1996 – Present ]         Leading Global Entertainment Company                New York, NY Detail to CEO/ Logistics Director                §     Coordinate logistical requirements of CEO and top executives.  Collaborate with helicopter and airplane operators. §     Transport company CEO and family, senior executives, and major celebrities.   Identify, assess, and respond to security breaches. §     In charge of detail squad.  Secure residences, offices, and event venues.  Safeguard documents and valuables. §     Extensive knowledge of New York City and tri-state area.  Excellent driving skills and safety record. [ 1991 – 1996 ]              City Ride Transportation Co., Inc.                           New York, NY Senior Managing Director  1993-1996                      General Manager  1991-1993  §     Developed new business strategies and marketing plans.  Acquired Fortune 50 company contracts.  Managed business negotiations and corporate relationships. §     Increased revenue and franchise membership by 500%.  Company ranked among industry leaders. §     Managed acquisition of competitor firms.  In charge of negotiations, due diligence, and corporate transition. §     Supervised purchase of real property.  Maximized benefit to cost of office space. §     Directed 200+ franchisee-chauffeurs.  Designed quality-of-service incentives and accountability programs.  §     Implemented premium-level service class for senior clientele.  Significantly increased service quality and customer satisfaction. §     Hired and directed office personnel.  In charge of managers, IT, accounting, and sales.   §     Implemented computerized dispatch/ accounting system.  Dramatically increased efficiency and productivity.  [ 1986 – 1991 ]             Gemini/ Excel/ Excelsior Limousine, Inc.                   Brooklyn, NY Operations Manager  1988 – 1991                               Dispatcher  1986 - 1988 §     Directed small office personnel.  Liaison to senior management.  Developed and implemented company training programs. §     Supervised fleet of 80-100 chauffeurs and dispatch-room personnel.  Responsible for timely coverage of service calls.   Provided logistical directions.  Fast decision-making in highly intense environment.
Education
	§     2009 - St. John’s University Teaching House:  Cambridge University CELTA . §     2007 - Lehman College/ City University of New York:  Premedical Sciences. §     2000 - Skidmore College:  Certificate in Internet and Database Programming. §     1993 - Bryson University:  Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy.
Interests/ activities
	Western philosophy, logic, mountaineering, Chinese Arts, fretless bass, high-altitude skiing.
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