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Work History
Education
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Certification
Languages
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Alison Ewoldt

Summary

I'm an experienced professional making a career shift into city planning. I'm a fast and enthusiastic learner with countless transferrable skills from a unique employment background. I possess extensive experience in strategic planning and customer service. I have excelled in every employment position I've held, earning multiple promotions and certifications, and impressing superiors with my knowledge, skills, and work ethic. I'm able to produce work of the highest quality in a variety of fields and am an asset to any team.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English as a Foreign Language Teacher

Incheon Department of Education
08.2022 - 09.2025
  • Educated 400 South Korean students in the basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Cooperated, communicated, and successfully co-taught with, various teachers on a daily basis while managing language barriers and cultural differences.
  • Used Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, other computer software programs, and office equipment to design and prepare lesson materials.
  • Utilized a variety of written, verbal and visual communication techniques to effectively teach beginner level students in an immersive English environment.
  • Managed and taught four different curriculums simultaneously and developed detailed daily lesson plans to work toward students' long-range English proficiency goals.
  • Took initiative to expand on existing course outlines by creating engaging activities and integrating new instruction techniques to improve student outcomes.

Freestyle Snowboard Coach

Woodward Copper
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Provided freestyle specific snowboard instruction to summer camp attendees, working with clients to set goals, plan progressions, and develop skills during week-long sessions.
  • Collaborated with co-workers and implemented innovative strategies to help clients reach their goals.
  • Developed and maintained a network of industry professionals to serve as further resources for clients.
  • Used discretion to safely instruct students in a high risk environment.

Snowboard Instructor

Keystone Ski Resort
11.2016 - 04.2022
  • Provided snowboard instruction to guests of all ages and ability levels, tailoring teaching methods to meet specific needs and goals.
  • Collaborated with co-workers on a daily basis to ensure the best possible experience for all clients.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing instruction.
  • Regularly attended voluntary training sessions to improve knowledge and skills.
  • Earned six nationally recognized certifications in snowboard instruction.

Trip Leader

American Adventures
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Led 26 small group, multi-week tours across the United States.
  • Managed a wide variety of different tasks related to trip planning, creating itineraries, organizing logistics, budgeting, safety, and customer service.
  • Diligently worked to ensure all details of the tour experience met client expectations.
  • Handled conflicts and complaints from clients, and built positive relationships with people from a wide array of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Researched and presented information about destinations throughout the country.
  • Prepared and submitted comprehensive reports for each completed tour.

Naturalist / Senior Naturalist

YMCA Camp Mason
08.2013 - 06.2016
  • Facilitated outdoor and adventure education programming to visiting groups and clients.
  • Met with group representatives to discus goals, listen to feedback, and record areas of improvement for return visits.
  • Researched, developed and presented new curriculum.
  • Managed other staff and assisted in training new employees.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Film Studies

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic and Self-Motivation
  • Positive Attitude
  • Excellent Organization and Time Management
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Attention to Detail
  • Strategic Thinking and Planning
  • Problem Solving
  • Public Speaking
  • Creativity
  • Foreign Language Skills
  • Cultural Sensitivity and Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Curious, Life-Long Learner

Accomplishments

  • Promoted from Naturalist to Senior Naturalist.
  • Promoted from Trip Leader to Senior Trip Leader.
  • Designed a new tour itinerary that was chosen as a Top 3 finalist in a company-wide competition.
  • Accepted into South Korean Government program for Native English Speaking Teachers

Certification

Working toward GIS Certification

First Aid & CPR

American Association of Snowboard Instructors:

  • Snowboard Instructor Level 3
  • Children's Specialist Level 2
  • Freestyle Specialist Level 1

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
Korean
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary

Timeline

English as a Foreign Language Teacher

Incheon Department of Education
08.2022 - 09.2025

Freestyle Snowboard Coach

Woodward Copper
06.2021 - 08.2022

Snowboard Instructor

Keystone Ski Resort
11.2016 - 04.2022

Trip Leader

American Adventures
06.2016 - 10.2019

Naturalist / Senior Naturalist

YMCA Camp Mason
08.2013 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies, Film Studies

University of Pittsburgh
Alison Ewoldt