Colin McCracken
Cambridge
Summary
A dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in both education and legal fields. As a TEFL Teacher, I developed comprehensive learner profiles for adolescents aged 3 to 15 and collaborated with stakeholders to enhance student success. In previous roles as a paralegal, I gained expertise in handling immigration cases and providing administrative support to attorneys, managers and clients. Additionally, as an editorial assistant, I contributed to content creation, editing and publishing across multiple platforms, showcasing strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. Bringing strong organizational, communication and problem-solving abilities to all professional endeavours, I am committed to delivering exceptional results in rapid and fast-changing environments
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
TEFL Teacher
EF China
Shenzhen, China
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed classroom dynamics effectively, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Planned lessons with dynamic discussions and exercises to promote engagement.
- Used varied teaching methods to foster and stimulate enthusiasm for learning and maintain motivation.
- Helped students overcome language barriers through motivation, dedication and persistence in helping them to succeed.
Paralegal- Case Assistant
Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy
Burlingame, CA
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Management of various state and federal case dockets.
- Managed incoming and outgoing posts, ensuring timely distribution and response.
- Performed daily record-keeping, maintaining and organising all case-related documentation in paper and electronic files.
- Set up meetings with witnesses, clients, and other parties relevant to the case.
- Managed complex diary arrangements for senior solicitors, coordinating between multiple parties.
Paralegal Business Immigration Analyst
Frogman, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
San Francisco, CA
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Case management of various non-immigrant case types.
- Implemented quality control measures for analytical processes, maintaining lofty standards.
- Navigation of complex case matters involving sensitive material.
- Draft letters, petitions, and applications.
- Utilised advanced Excel functions to manipulate large datasets for insightful reporting.
- Mentored junior analysts, providing guidance and support to foster professional development.
Editorial Assistant
Juxtapoz Magazine - High Speed Productions Inc
San Francisco, CA
04.2019 - 06.2020
- Used correct style, proper grammar and appropriate voice in journalistic pieces.
- Coordinated with graphic designers to align visual elements with textual content, ensuring consistency across publications.
- Drafted promotional content for company websites, internal and external newsletters, and social media pages.
- Responded to enquiries from authors, editors, reviewers and public, keeping polite, friendly, and professional tone always.
- Contributed to the development of editorial guidelines and policies, ensuring consistency in content quality and style.
- Proofread manuscripts to identify and flag any grammatical and spelling errors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Security and Conflict Resolution
San Diego State University
01.2018
Skills
- Patience and resilience
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Independence
- Critical thinking
Timeline
TEFL Teacher
EF China
01.2024 - 01.2025
Paralegal- Case Assistant
Cotchett, Pitre & McCarthy
04.2023 - 09.2023
Paralegal Business Immigration Analyst
Frogman, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
05.2022 - 04.2023
Editorial Assistant
Juxtapoz Magazine - High Speed Productions Inc
04.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Security and Conflict Resolution
San Diego State University
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