Aaron Rath
Burleson,TX
Summary
Professional and detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher, PK
Double Trees International School
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Assisted struggling students individually or in small groups, identifying areas of difficulty and tailoring instruction accordingly.
- Helped new students get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
Adult ESL Teacher
Wall Street English
10.2018 - 04.2022
- Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance in classroom management techniques.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Improved language proficiency levels with personalized instruction tailored to individual needs.
- Increased cultural awareness among students through inclusion of multicultural texts and activities.
- Developed strong rapport with students, creating supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
ESL Teacher
Kasintorn St. Peter School
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities, games, and other positive reinforcement techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and in school settings.
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
Photography Manager and Lead Photographer
VROOM (Previous DBA: AUTOAMERICA)
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Design and conversion of two service bays into two mini photography studios used to photograph vehicle interiors and exteriors for online sales
- Streamlined processes of photographing, processing, and uploading vehicle images to company website, improving number of vehicles photographed and enhancing quality of images produced
- Maintained Quality Control that surpassed industry standards, making Vroom a leader in providing quality used vehicles
- Designed proprietary inner office spreadsheets later adopted and incorporated into other departments of Vroom Organization
- Successfully trained and supervised photographers to maintain consistent, professional commercial look without retouching, ensuring customers experienced honest depiction of vehicles available for sale.
- Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency by implementing advanced editing software and techniques.
Office Administrative Assistant
Williams Design Inc.
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with diligent task prioritization, delegation, and followup.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Developed strategies to streamline and improve office procedures.
Photography Production Consultant
Freelance
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Managed pre-production for commercial and editorial photo shoots, coordinating with photographers, stylists, and other team members to ensure successful execution of projects
- Oversaw post-production processes, including image editing, color correction, and delivery to clients, ensuring high-quality final products
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction.
Photography Talent Manager
AR Photography Management
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Led team of photographers and support staff, providing direction and guidance to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality output
- Managed all aspects of business operations, including client relations, project management, and financial management
- Developed and implemented strategies to attract new clients and expand business opportunities.
Studio Manager
Art Streiber Photography
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Developed new company procedures enhancing daily production and cost efficiency
- Managed production schedule adherence on internal and external production, resolving conflicts as necessary
- Edited and managed quality control of images produced for syndication and leading major print publications.
- Assisted in planning and execution of special events such as workshops, gallery openings, and networking functions.
- Implemented a digital asset management system that streamlined workflow while maintaining security for sensitive content.
- Coordinated communication between clients and photography team to ensure seamless project execution from start to finish.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Cum Laude -
Emerson College
Boston, Massachusetts12.1998
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Group and individual instruction
- Performance Assessments
- ESL- English as Second Language
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Creative Direction
- Photography expertise
- Customer Service
- Problem Resolution
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- MS Office
- Photo Retouching
Certification
- TEFL, Asian College of Teachers - Bangkok - 2017
Timeline
ESL Teacher, PK
Double Trees International School
04.2022 - 01.2024
Adult ESL Teacher
Wall Street English
10.2018 - 04.2022
ESL Teacher
Kasintorn St. Peter School
05.2017 - 03.2018
Photography Manager and Lead Photographer
VROOM (Previous DBA: AUTOAMERICA)
01.2013 - 01.2016
Office Administrative Assistant
Williams Design Inc.
03.2010 - 01.2013
Photography Production Consultant
Freelance
01.2007 - 01.2010
Photography Talent Manager
AR Photography Management
01.2005 - 01.2007
Studio Manager
Art Streiber Photography
01.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Cum Laude -
Emerson College
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