Jaewon Ahn
Rochester Hills,MI
Summary
Highly motivated Korean English Interpreter with the ability to deliver accurate and culturally appropriate translations. Strengths include strong comprehension skills in both languages, active listening skills, and clear communication abilities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Korean English Interpreter
Korean Methodist Church of Detroit
Troy, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Provided simultaneous interpretation (Korean-English) for Korean worship service.
- Translated documents from English to Korean accurately and efficiently.
Interpreter Volunteer
Volunteering
Rochester Hills, MI
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated conversations between non-English-speaking Koreans by providing verbal translations.
- Provided interpretation services in English and Korean for medical conversations in hospitals, traffic accident reports, and customer communications.
Adjunct Professor
Namseoul University
Cheonan, South Korea
08.2004 - 06.2027
- Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
- Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects in child development.
English Program Coordinator
Little Lambs School
Sungnam, Korea
08.2004 - 02.2010
- Developed and implemented English language programs for students in preschool and kindergarten.
- Worked closely with parents to ensure their children received appropriate study support.
Preschool Director
Little Lambs Preschool
South Windsor, CT
04.2003 - 06.2004
- Created policies and procedures related to curriculum design, student behavior management, safety protocols.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences throughout the year in order to discuss individual student needs or concerns.
- Developed strategic partnerships with a local Korean church and a Korean adoptive family organization that can provide additional resources or support services for the school.
Teacher ( Assistant and Head)
Virginia Tech Laboratory School
Blacksburg, VA
08.1998 - 05.2000
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
Education
Korean-English Interpretation For Worship Service
Korean English Interpretation Training
Online Education04-2024
Teaching English As A Second Language
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills04-2024
Certificate of Teaching English As A Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language
Sookmyung Women's University
Seoul, Korea12-2007
Doctoral Student - Child Development
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2000
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ewha Womans University
Seoul, Korea02-1993
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ewha Womans University
Seoul, Korea02-1991
Skills
- Native Korean
- Fluent English
- Sight translation
- Simultaneous interpretation
- Consecutive interpretation
- Cross-cultural communication
- Client confidentiality
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Korean English Interpreter
Korean Methodist Church of Detroit
04.2024 - Current
Interpreter Volunteer
Volunteering
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Namseoul University
08.2004 - 06.2027
English Program Coordinator
Little Lambs School
08.2004 - 02.2010
Preschool Director
Little Lambs Preschool
04.2003 - 06.2004
Teacher ( Assistant and Head)
Virginia Tech Laboratory School
08.1998 - 05.2000
Korean-English Interpretation For Worship Service
Korean English Interpretation Training
Teaching English As A Second Language
Oakland Community College
Certificate of Teaching English As A Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language
Sookmyung Women's University
Doctoral Student - Child Development
Virginia Tech
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ewha Womans University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ewha Womans University
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