Derek Anderson
Educational Leader
Glen Arm,Maryland
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
International Department Head
Weiming Education Group, The American Program
Guangzhou, China
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence
- Served as a liaison between the department and other divisions within the company, facilitating strong working relationships that contributed to successful projects
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention
- Led regular meetings with team leaders and front-line staff to convey important operational information and new targets
US and World History Teacher
Weiming Education Group
Guangzhou, China
08.2019 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Primary School Teacher
Canadian International Education, Canadian Foreign Language School
Guangzhou, China
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic achievement, including participation in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on cross-curricular projects
Primary School Teacher
Canadian International Education Canton Global Academy
Jinshazhou, China
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs
High School Teacher
High School Attached To Hunan Normal University
Changsha, China
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared students for local and national skills competitions
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through the use of engaging debate topics and problem-solving exercises
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program
ESL Teacher
Wisdom Language School
Guangzhou, China
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group
ESL Teacher Liuyang
Liuyang Number One High School
Liuyang, China
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates
- Organized extracurricular activities like language clubs or field trips related to the course content in order to reinforce learning objectives outside of the classroom setting
Senior Recruiter
RoundTable Strategic Solutions
Towson, MD
08.2013 - 11.2013
- Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience
Account Executive
Life Search Technologies
Hunt Valley, MD
09.2012 - 04.2013
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads
- Streamlined account management processes for increased efficiency and improved client retention rates
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment
Technical Recruiter
TriMech Services
Columbia, MD
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Maintained accurate records of all recruitment activities and provided regular updates to stakeholders on progress towards hiring goals
- Effectively managed multiple simultaneous searches across various industries, proving adaptability and time management skills
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues
Staffing Consultant
Randstad Work Solutions
Lutherville-Timonium, MD
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Utilized online applicant tracking system to screen resumes for all job openings
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency
Education
Doctoral Degree - Leadership – Instructional Leadership
American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana 12.2020 - 09.2023
Master of Education - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
Indianapolis, Indiana 11.2016 - 02.2018
American TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American TESOL International China Program
Yangshuo, China 08.2014 - 08.2014
TEFL And TESOL Teaching Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
International TEFL Academy
Chicago, IL 02.2014 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lees-McRae College
Banner Elk, NC 08.2002 - 08.2007
Skills
Problem Resolution
Accomplishments
- AIRS Certified Internet Recruiter
- 4 Year Sports Letterman: Lees-McRae College –Men's Lacrosse
- High School: Sports Captain- Football, Wrestling, Lacrosse
- Member of Lees-McRae's Bobcat Cinema's working business model
- Lifetime Member: Kappa Delta Pi – International Honor Society of Education
Timeline
International Department Head
Weiming Education Group, The American Program
08.2021 - Current
Doctoral Degree - Leadership – Instructional Leadership
American College of Education
12.2020 - 09.2023
US and World History Teacher
Weiming Education Group
08.2019 - Current
Primary School Teacher
Canadian International Education, Canadian Foreign Language School
07.2018 - 07.2019
Primary School Teacher
Canadian International Education Canton Global Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Education - Integrated Curriculum
American College of Education
11.2016 - 02.2018
High School Teacher
High School Attached To Hunan Normal University
08.2016 - 06.2017
ESL Teacher
Wisdom Language School
07.2015 - 07.2016
American TESOL Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American TESOL International China Program
08.2014 - 08.2014
ESL Teacher Liuyang
Liuyang Number One High School
08.2014 - 06.2015
TEFL And TESOL Teaching Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
International TEFL Academy
02.2014 - 05.2014
Senior Recruiter
RoundTable Strategic Solutions
08.2013 - 11.2013
Account Executive
Life Search Technologies
09.2012 - 04.2013
Technical Recruiter
TriMech Services
02.2012 - 09.2012
Staffing Consultant
Randstad Work Solutions
08.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lees-McRae College
08.2002 - 08.2007
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