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Alexandra Ferino Lanza

Denver,CO

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional with expertise in strategic communication and ESL teaching. Proven ability to develop customized curricula and foster client relationships across diverse cultural backgrounds. Experienced in marketing and event coordination, with a strong foundation in business communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to enhancing client engagement and achieving educational excellence.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Business English Teacher

Self-Employed
Remote
06.2020 - 01.2025
  • Built and maintained a niche clientele of over 100 international business professionals seeking enhanced English skills.
  • Delivered tailored coaching to improve clients’ negotiation, presentation, and interview skills in English.
  • Developed comprehensive Business English curriculum for high-level professionals.

English as a Second Language Tutor

VIPKid
Remote
02.2019 - 06.2020
  • Taught young Chinese kids English remotely, using lesson plans provided by VIPKid.
  • Fostered engagement and motivation among young ESL learners through interactive online lessons.
  • Communicated with children and parents without having a common language.

Hostel Worker

Gota d'Agua Surf
Lisbon, Portugal
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Managed surfboard rentals and coordinated surf lessons, enhancing the guest experience at a Portuguese hostel.
  • Assisted guests with inquiries about local attractions and activities.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in communal areas and guest rooms.

Marketing Intern

BICG Sydney
Sydney, Australia
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Assisted the founders of BICG in launching their brand new Artificial Intelligence company called, AI Sydney.
  • Helped organize their launch event in which 300 CTO's, CEO's, and decision makers in the AI world attended and celebrated the beginning of a new company.

Student Caller

TCU Office of Loyalty Giving
Fort Worth , TX
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Reached out to alumni and parents to touch base and ask for feedback about their experiences with Texas Christian University.
  • Asked parents and alumni for donations to the university to support scholarships, as well as specific university programs and areas of study.

Marketing Intern

Sirvo
Denver, Colorado
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Created multiple company webpages using WordPress.
  • Managed and created content for all company social media sites, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communication - PR And Advertising

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
05-2019

Skills

  • Strategic marketing
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Bilingual communication (German/Spanish)
  • Curriculum development
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Level C1 Advanced German Language Certificate (2021)
  • English as a Second Language Teaching Certificate (2019)
  • Business English as Second Language Specialty Teaching Certificate (2022)
  • The Mindfulness and Meditation Teaching Certification Program (current)

Languages

German
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

ESL Business English Teacher

Self-Employed
06.2020 - 01.2025

Hostel Worker

Gota d'Agua Surf
05.2019 - 08.2019

English as a Second Language Tutor

VIPKid
02.2019 - 06.2020

Marketing Intern

BICG Sydney
06.2017 - 08.2017

Student Caller

TCU Office of Loyalty Giving
09.2016 - 02.2017

Marketing Intern

Sirvo
05.2016 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communication - PR And Advertising

Texas Christian University