Samuel L. Jones, Jr.
Oakland, CA 94605
510.409.8413
sjsamjones3@gmail.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE
I am seeking to obtain a position in
ESL and relocating to Asia

EDUCATION
Holy Names University 09/1993– 06/1996
Oxford Studies 2007 -
Licensed TESOL teaching certification
Heald Career College 06/1991
Clerical/Data Entry/Legal

Experience
Package Handler
FEDEx, Oakland, CA International Package and Transport December 2017-present

English Instructor November 2014 - February 2017
Synergy English Academy, Takamatsu, Japan

*Taught at five different school locations Including responsibilities of Kindergarten, Elementary and some Adult Classes
Teaching activities included TOEIC studies some activities using book and summarizing activities with ESL activities to enhance speaking and listening
Worked in two different prefectures (Ehime and Kagawa) encompassing Matsuyama, Marugame, and Takamatsu as Conversation Instructor

Kindergarten Teacher April 2009 - October 2013
Terai Kindergarten, Takamatsu, Japan

Incorporated songs, flash cards and set phrases with a monthly topic. Developed a year long curriculum and managed school performance dances as well as Field Day demonstration dance for over 50 childr
Created dance routine and choreography leading to School Field Day function
Lesson topics covered days of the week, colors, months and brief conversation exchanges in addition to Eiken testing.

English Conversation Instructor July 2008 - March 2009
Seiha English Academy-Rabby Kids, Sakaide-Takamatsu, Japan

Co-taught classes with JTE (Japanese Teacher of English). Followed specific lesson management plans as set forth by Monthly Topic at 3 different city mall locations.
Participated in Company sponsored event and activities along with children.
Administered final exams for promotions to next level and coordinated with creating more activities for children.

Help Teacher July 2006 - November 2006
Language Studies Institute, Berkeley, USA

Taught classes and private lessons for ESL students.
Went on events to collaborate with lessons and facilitate dialogue taught.

Office Assistant September 2006 - October 2006
Realty Information System, Oakland, USA

Assisted loan acquisition offers researching property for resale, speculation and investment.
Filing and answering phones.

Tutor March 2006 - May 2006
Professional Tutors of America, Oakland, USA
Helped tutor children in topics ranging from math to ESL in addition to Elementary Grammar.

• 1993 Holy Names Basketball Team

Certifications
TESOL Certification 2007
Business Studies, Heald Institute, 1990

Graded and proctored tests with online grading system and reported results to company on student progress.
Done under the NCLB Act and assisted students in building higher test scores.

References available on request

Volunteer Experience Driver

Mills Grove Christian Church, Oakland, USA

July 2006 - August 2006
Drove for activities for summer student program
Assisted with coordinating scheduling to pick up an drop off students.

Additional Skills and Experience

Languages: Japanese (Beginner), Tagalog (Beginner)

Travel: Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Beijing , Shanghai and Taipei

Overseas Residences: Japan

Interests: Photography and Cinema

Skills: 70-90 wpm typing

Professional Memberships: 1994 Holy Names University Basketball Team, NAIA

References Available upon request