WILLIAM TAYLOR
Peekskill N.Y. 10566 • WTaylor914@gmail.com

Well trained and confident Educator seeking to make an immediate
and positive contribution as an overseas English Instructor

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS/ACHIEVEMENTS
• Persuasive, engaging, and motivating speaker, presenter, and instructor.
• Can easily establish positive working relationships with students from varying backgrounds and cultures, other educators, school administrators, and family members.
• Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and avid Internet researcher to stay abreast of latest trends and news in the field of Education.
• Diligent, detail oriented, and resourceful team player with an established reputation for quality, satisfaction, and results.
• Experienced in a variety of fields with leadership experience.

Significant strengths and abilities include:

Program Development • Curriculum Development • Lesson Planning
Training & Instruction • Writing & Editing • Communications & Presentations
Public Speaking • Project Management • Customer Service • Planning & Scheduling
Research & Analysis • Process Improvement • Problem Solving

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Health Services Administration
Ashford University, Graduated April 2010
GPA 3.60; Dean’s List

EXPERIENCE
Interac (March 2012-current)
ALT, Yokosuka, Kanagawa
Team and solo taught lessons for junior student’s years one through three.
Prepared solo lesson plans. Lead communication activities and cultural exchange programs.
Worked with the school in extra circular activities such club activities, school events and cleaning duties. Promoted a healthy English learning experience for learning English and provided cultural exchange.
ABC Kara (September 2013-current)
Private one on one English lessons to adults.
Conversation practice and business English.
Gamestop Jefferson valley mall N.Y.(2011-March 2012)
Store manager
Worked with, trained and supervised sales staff.
Lead efforts and reached store as well as personal sales goals set by the company
• Hired and trained newly hired sales associates in all brand management, sales strategies, and company protocol.
• Worked as a team to meet or exceed monthly sales quotas and business initiatives.
• Kept the store standards as far as cleanliness and organization.

GNC, Peekskill, NY (2008 – 2011)
STORE MANAGER
Greet customers and displayed a deep and rich product knowledge in all merchandise to promote sales for a variety of health and nutritional items. Perform daily store opening and closing procedures. Account for daily sales receipts, process business records, and complete bank deposits. Receive and stock incoming shipments, manage inventory, and maintain optimum store appearance, safety, and security standards.
• Hired and trained newly hired sales associates in all brand management, sales strategies, and company protocol.
• Worked as a team to meet or exceed monthly sales quotas and business initiatives.
• Received award for 10th overall in company for a GNC sales contest, completed successful turnaround of one of the slowest producing stores in the region, and promoted to larger store based on this effort alone.

JCC Summer Camp, Peekskill, NY (2006 – 2007)
HEAD CAMP COUNSELOR
Developed, applied, and managed variety of outdoor, creative and artistic, and learning activities for youths attending specialized camping programs. Motivated and coached children in life skills and building self esteem.
• Ensured a productive, engaging camp environment with highest quality of safety and security standards.

DRUM HILL SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY CENTER, Peekskill, NY (2000 – 2006)
WAITER
Provided care and support with daily living skills and meal services for elderly residents. Maintained quality appearance, safety, and security standards. Greeted family members and visitors and enforced all facility rules and regulations for a safe, productive community living center.
• Addressed any special needs or requests of residents for optimum residential care services.

ACTIVITIES AND AFFILIATIONS

• Active volunteer with the Big Brother/Sister Program. Counseled, advised, and mentored troubled youth and supported self esteem.
• Worked as a tutor for under privileged kids who were struggling in school.