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Adam Gassner
English teacher from Canada with international experience
 
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I have taught English to hundreds of students in Canada, India and the Middle East and South America. I focus on making my classes highly enjoyable, because when students love the learning process, they are more likely to succeed in their language studies.

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Location
Medellin, Colombia
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Experience
 
 
Company
EAFIT University, Executive English Program
 
Role
English Teacher
 
From
August 2012 - Present
 
Description
--Teach ESL in the Executive English Program to management professionals from various backgrounds using Market Leader textbooks and software

--Conduct case studies for students evaluation

--Relate the existing curriculum to current world issues such as armed conflict, economic trade and government policy

--Rated by students as one of the best teachers in the program, with survey scores of 96.4%
 
Location
Medellin, Colombia
 
Website
http://www.eafit.edu.co/idiomas/ejecutivo/Paginas/programa-ejecutivo-lenguas-extranjeras.aspx
Company
King Faisal University
Role
English Teacher
From
September 2011 - June 2012
Description
--Taught ESL to both beginner and intermediate first year university students using the Ventures and Northstar textbooks

--Designed and administered in-class testing as well as supplemental materials

--Completed dozens of hours of substitute ESL teaching across various levels
Location
Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Company
Shabaka Training
Role
English Teacher
From
September 2011 - April 2012
Description
Taught ESL to adult business students at beginner and advanced levels using Oxford textbooks
Location
Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Company
EdTerra Edventures
Role
Program Development Manager
From
February 2009 - May 2011
Description
--Led the Program Development Team, responsible for designing educational content for student journeys within India and overseas

--Led dozens of educational journeys for students ranging in age from 4 - 20, which included instruction in history, ESL, geography, architecture and other subjects. Groups ranged from 20 to 50 students

--Responsible for draft and final editing of all marketing and educational materials, including posters, web advertisements, brochures and newsletters
Location
Delhi, India
Website
http://edterra.com/Team.aspx
Company
Trio World School
Role
ESL and History Teacher
From
May 2008 - March 2009
Description
--Took part in an ESL program teaching large classes of grade 6 and 7 students on a daily basis using lecturing, computers, textbooks and activities

--Taught grade 9 and 11 world history, Cambridge curriculum

--Substitute taught across various primary levels throughout the year

--Trained teachers in the use of computerized classroom teaching technology

--Liaised with Harvard University concerning an educational conference in Bangalore
Location
Bangalore, India
Website
http://www.trioworldschool.com
Company
Culture Link
Role
Volunteer, English tutor and c
From
July 2005 - April 2006
Description
--Participated in their Host Program, which partners a Canadian citizen with a new immigrant

--Worked with several new immigrants to improve their English conversational and writing skills
Location
Toronto, Canada
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Education
 
 
School
International House
 
Degree
TESL Certificate (graduated wi
 
From
August 2011 - September 2011
 
Description
Fully certified to teach English as a second language

Final course grade of 95.5%

CELTA equivalent, 120 hours in-class course completed, including practicum teaching

Average practicum teaching score of 93%
 
Location
Toronto, Canada
School
International House
Degree
Teaching Business English Work
From
September 2011 - September 2011
Description
This workshop taught:
--how to conduct initial skills and needs assessment of business English students
--how to cater an English course to the unique needs of business learners
Location
Toronto, Canada
School
Norman Paterson School of International Affairs
Degree
M.A. International Affairs
From
September 2006 - April 2008
Description
The highest ranked International Affairs school in North America offers a challenging program to the elite few who are accepted each year.

http://www1.carleton.ca/npsia
Location
Ottawa, Canada
University
York University
Degree
Honours B.A. International Dev
From
September 2004 - April 2006
Description
Studied International Development, making the Dean's Honour Roll every semester, and graduating Magna Cum Laude.

Also won the Otto Friedman Award, given to students who exemplify public service for the greater good.
Location
Toronto, Canada
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