Andréa Edes
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Highly experienced English as a Foreign Language Teacher, "English Teacher to the World." © 2022. Creative author of highly personalized lessons for teens and adults of every language skill level worldwide. Keep meticulous records after each lesson of student's progress and plans for future lessons. Especially knowledgeable about Eastern European student language issues and adult English-language learners. Positively motivate students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship to meet learning objectives. Successful in maintaining professional and productive relationships with students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Content Creator
Self
12.2022 - Current
- Passionate and creative educator provides English language-learners globally with well-researched, original, bi-monthly podcast, "English USA," available on most major podcast sites.
- Self-taught, responsible for each episode from unique topic concepts to research, recording, editing, production, and distribution. (Podcast adds value to student lessons and offers exceptional learning opportunities.)
- Implemented strategies and tactics to grow followers on social media channels.
- Utilized digital publishing platforms expertly.
- Identified target audiences to analyze characteristics, behavior and media habits.
- Strengthened content through proofreading and editing.
- Researched and evaluated timely topics on English language-learning skills and U.S. culture and society.
English Language Teacher
Self-employed (through Italki.com)
09.2017 - Current
- Successfully improve non-native English-learning students' English grammar and vocabulary levels through written and interactive activities
- Building on 15+ years of experience and expertise working as a counselor, develop healthy boundaries and long-lasting relationships with students of all ages.
- Regularly evaluate student progress, giving detailed feedback and developing new lesson plans as determined by student's individual growth and needs.
- Created original teaching curriculum, individualized to each student's needs enhancing learning concepts.
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
California Department Of Health Care Services
11.2013 - 08.2017
- Detail-oriented self-starter.
- Researched, analyzed and prepared concise, detailed reports of bills and other legislative documents related to 'Medi-Cal,' California's version of the Medicaid program.
- Tracked legislative bills as they made it through the legislative process keeping management apprised during high volume, fast-paced and frequently changing legislative sessions.
- Expertly researched state and federal government databases for existing codes and regulations.
- Appointed to the agency's Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) a committee of employees who are persons with disabilities (PWDs). DAC's purpose was to advise the head of the agency on matters relating to the education and recruitment of PWDs and to overcome and correct any under representation of persons with disabilities among California Governmental Program staff. Researched the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related California codes and regulations regarding hiring PWDs. Elected as DAC secretary performing numerous required duties.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about issues relevant to Persons With Disabilities.
- Prepared reports detailing findings of program studies.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Staff Services Analyst
State Of California Alcohol & Drug Programs
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Became knowledgeable about state and federal programs and regulations such as Medicaid as they related to Substance Use Disorder prevention and treatment.
- Created documents, correspondence and memos to update leadership and team members.
- Compiled information and submitted monthly reports.
- Helped solve diverse program problems with in-depth analysis.
- Identified clear connections between policies and client benefits to eliminate or reduce program redundancy and help programs achieve goals efficiently.
- Synthesized current drug and alcohol field data to produce reports and polished presentations, highlighting findings, and recommending changes.
- Researched cutting-edge and pilot programs' end results and authored detailed reports or presentations, and suggested recommendations to management.
Education
Arizona Peer Support Specialist Certification - Behavioral Health Treatment And Wellness
Lifewell Behavioral Wellness - University
Mesa, AZ08.2023
Master of Arts - Education
California State University At Sacramento (CSUS)
Sacramento05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Women's Studies
CSUS
Sacramento, CA05.2006
CA Alcohol And Drug Counselor Certification - SUD Counselor (State And Federal Certification)
Breining Institute
Orangevale, CA05.2006
Associate of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA05.2004
Skills
- Mentorship
- Report Writing
- Content Strategy
- Providing Feedback
- Knowledge Enhancement
- Needs Awareness
- Social Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Emotional Support
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Timeline
Digital Content Creator
Self
12.2022 - Current
English Language Teacher
Self-employed (through Italki.com)
09.2017 - Current
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
California Department Of Health Care Services
11.2013 - 08.2017
Staff Services Analyst
State Of California Alcohol & Drug Programs
01.2008 - 12.2012
Arizona Peer Support Specialist Certification - Behavioral Health Treatment And Wellness
Lifewell Behavioral Wellness - University
Master of Arts - Education
California State University At Sacramento (CSUS)
Bachelor of Arts - Women's Studies
CSUS
CA Alcohol And Drug Counselor Certification - SUD Counselor (State And Federal Certification)
Breining Institute
Associate of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Sacramento City College