Dylan B. Fodor
Teacher/Editor
San Diego,CA
Summary
Seeking opportunities to grow in my career in education. Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead English Teacher
EF Santa Barbara/San Diego, Santa Barbara
San Diego, CA
07.2019 - Current
- Oversaw small groups of teachers as a lead teacher. Tasks included teacher training, teacher observations, and professional development sessions on many topics.
- Took initiative as a lead teacher creating and launching schoolwide projects, such as term-long projects and most proudly launching a student-led, schoolwide magazine.
- Developed lesson plans for all classes as well as my own curriculum for a special interest class (English through Football).
- Taught students of every level from A2 to C2, including online Zoom classes during the coronavirus crisis
English Teacher
Freelance
Madrid
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Worked for a multitude of academies teaching English as a foreign language, managing my own schedule and professional relationships.
- Taught students of every level from A1 to C2, both in classroom settings with children and in-company Business English with adults.
Concierge/Front Desk Agent
Four Seasons Biltmore / Hotel Californian
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Worked as a Concierge and Front Desk Agent, dealing with high-profile clientele, ensuring customer satisfaction and resolving conflicts when needed.
- Assisted my manager in an assortment of organizational tasks including scheduling, event planning, and assigning and managing guest rooms.
Sports Journalist
Westmont College – Horizon Newspaper
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Conducted interviews with athletes, coaches and sporting directors.
- Researched and analyzed statistics.
- Wrote columns on athletes, games and published them after thoroughly editing each column.
Education
B.A. - English Language And Literature
Westmont College
CA SUBSTITUTE - undefined
TEACHING PERMIT
Skills
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Learning Assessments
- Curricula Planning
- Online or Virtual Instruction
- Creative and Expository Writing
- Professional Development
Certification
TEFL
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Hungarian
Limited Working
German
Limited Working
Hobbies:
PERSONAL
- Culture, travel and language are two of my biggest passions. I’ve lived in Spain, Germany and Ireland, acquiring experience in intercultural relations and societal differences.
- Football is my biggest hobby and pastime. I am a massive Liverpool Football club, and healthy, friendly banter is one of my favorites things in life.
- Hiking and outdoor sports is vital to my personal happiness and love exploring places with friends and colleagues.
Personal
- Culture, travel and language are two of my biggest passions. I’ve lived in Spain, Germany and Ireland, acquiring experience in intercultural relations and societal differences.
- Football is my biggest hobby and pastime. I am a massive Liverpool Football club, and healthy, friendly banter is one of my favorites things in life.
- Hiking and outdoor sports is vital to my personal happiness and love exploring places with friends and colleagues.
Timeline
Lead English Teacher
EF Santa Barbara/San Diego, Santa Barbara
07.2019 - Current
English Teacher
Freelance
09.2018 - 07.2019
Concierge/Front Desk Agent
Four Seasons Biltmore / Hotel Californian
05.2016 - 08.2018
Sports Journalist
Westmont College – Horizon Newspaper
01.2015 - 05.2015
B.A. - English Language And Literature
Westmont College
CA SUBSTITUTE - undefined
TEACHING PERMIT
TEFL
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