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LET (Licensure Examination for Teachers)
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JOHN RUFFEL T. PEDREÑA

JOHN RUFFEL T. PEDREÑA

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

To be able to deliver compassionate care, assist with daily activities with a goal to improve the overall comfort, health and well being of every residents. To be able to provide dynamic instructions to EFL students, which help them acquire the language effectively through useful, meaningful, enjoyable, and relevant exercises and activities.

Diligent Caregiver with solid background in medication administration and patient care. Successfully supported healthcare teams by ensuring accurate medication distribution and monitoring patient responses. Demonstrated ability in maintaining detailed records and adhering to strict protocols.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medication Technician/Caregiver

Legacy House of Centennial Hills
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Responsible for administering medications to 30 patients/residents, usually under the supervision of a nurse or other qualified caregiver. As a healthcare professional, duties include preparing and giving medications, monitoring patients for reactions, documenting administration, requesting medication refill and performing related administrative tasks.

IELTS / ESL Instructor

Freelance
11.2020 - 09.2022
  • Prepare and deliver effective IELTS training programs, helping students achieve their target band scores on the International English Language Testing System exam.
  • Evaluate students' current English proficiency and identify areas for improvement. Offer detailed and constructive feedback on student performance in practice tests and exercises focusing on areas like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and test -taking strategies.

IELTS (Project-based)

FHI Academy
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Prepare and deliver effective IELTS training programs, helping students achieve their target band scores on the International English Language Testing System exam.
  • Evaluate students' current English proficiency and identify areas for improvement.
  • Offer detailed and constructive feedback on student performance in practice tests and exercises focusing on areas like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and test -taking strategies.

IELTS, OET, PTE Review Instructor

CEVAS Review Center
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prepare and deliver effective IELTS training programs, helping students achieve their target band scores on the International English Language Testing System exam. Evaluate students' current English proficiency and identify areas for improvement. Offer detailed and constructive feedback on student performance in practice tests and exercises focusing on areas like grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and test -taking strategies.
  • Prepares students for the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic by teaching test strategies, providing feedback and developing lesson plans, focusing on enhancing students language skills in Listening, reading, speaking and writing.
  • Responsible for delivering engaging and effective training to healthcare professionals preparing for the Occupational English Test (OET). Helping students achieve the required OET scores by developing their language competency and test taking strategies on four sub-tests : Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

English Teacher (Primary- Secondary)

Ibn Khaldun Education Company
09.2013 - 05.2019
  • Responsible for educating students in English language and literature , fostering their reading, writing and communication skills.
  • Develop and execute lesson plans, assess student progress and create a positive learning environment.

Online English Teacher

51talk Philippines
03.2013 - 08.2013
  • Create and deliver engaging online lessons, assess student progress and manage a virtual classroom.
  • Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with different learning styles and levels.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their performance and areas for improvement.

English Teacher, Conversation Class Teacher, Academic Skills Teacher

Saudi Japanese Automobile High Institute (SJAHI)
08.2010 - 01.2013
  • Instruct students in the English language, including grammar, literature, writing and communication skills.
  • Create engaging lesson plans, assess student progress and develop student's critical thinking.

ESL/EFL Teacher, Group Class Teacher

ENC Language Center
05.2008 - 07.2010
  • Developing and implementing engaging lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and levels, focusing on all aspects of English language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher

ESSENCE Language Training Center
07.2006 - 01.2007
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and levels, focusing on all aspects of English language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
  • Evaluate student progress through various assessments, provide constructive feedback and track student performance.

ESL Tutor

DTS Tutorial Center
03.2006 - 06.2006
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and levels, focusing on all aspects of English language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
  • Evaluate student progress through various assessments, provide constructive feedback and track student performance.

Group Class Teacher (Documentary)

Solomon International Language Center
01.2006 - 03.2006
  • Prepares lesson plans derive from documentary topics/issues. Identify vocabulary words used in the documentary and guide students in understanding the documentary film through comprehension questions.

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher (Documentary), Small Group Discussion Class Teacher

IBY International School for Development Inc.
09.2005 - 12.2005
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and levels, focusing on all aspects of English language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
  • Evaluate student progress through various assessments, provide constructive feedback and track student performance.
  • Prepares lesson plans derive from documentary topics/issues. Identify vocabulary words used in the documentary and guide students in understanding the documentary film through comprehension questions.

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher (Documentary), Small Group Discussion Class Teacher

IVY International Center for Language Studies Inc.
12.2004 - 08.2005
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to different learning styles and levels, focusing on all aspects of English language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).
  • Evaluate student progress through various assessments, provide constructive feedback and track student performance.
  • Prepares lesson plans derive from documentary topics/issues. Identify vocabulary words used in the documentary and guide students in understanding the documentary film through comprehension questions.

Permanent Teacher, Social Studies Teacher (Levels 2-4), Values Education Teacher (Level 2), Filipino Teacher (Level 2), English Teacher (Level 1), Class Adviser

Malvar National High School
06.2004 - 03.2005
  • Prepares and implement lessons plans based on the subject curriculum for each year level.
  • Guides and supports student within a specific grade level, assisting them with academic, personal and social-emotional development and helping them plan for their future.

Social Studies Teacher (Levels 1-3), Values Education Teacher (Level 1), Subject Coordinator (CIVICS), Class Adviser, Club Moderator (A.R.T.S. Club)

First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities (FAIth)
06.2001 - 03.2003
  • Instructs students in subjects like history, geography, and economics, fostering critical thinking and civic management.
  • Develop lesson plans and deliver engaging instruction, assess student learning and participate in school activities.

Social Studies Teacher (Levels 1-3), Substitute Teacher (Entrepreneurship III)

San Sebastian College- Recoletos
06.1999 - 03.2001
  • Instructs students in subjects like history, geography, and economics, fostering critical thinking and civic management.
  • Develop lesson plans and deliver engaging instruction, assess student learning and participate in school activities.

Education

Bachelor in Secondary Education - Social Science

Philippine Normal University, (PNU)
Taft Avenue Manila, Philippines
03.1999

Skills

  • Attended and completed 16 hours training on Medication Technician Course
  • Obtained the 120- hour Standard Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
  • Passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers with License Number- 0804140
  • A graduate of Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, major in Social Science
  • With Excellent command of the English language
  • A Primary and Middle English School Teacher at Ibn Khaldun International School – Riyadh City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • An experienced IELTS Review instructor for Filipinos and other nationalities taking IELTS exam in British Council in the Philippines
  • An EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teacher at Saudi Japanese Automobile High Institute (SJAHI)-Jeddah City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • Taught English and other subjects in public and private schools for six years in the Philippines with English as the medium of instruction
  • A well-experienced EFL teacher to different English language schools for Koreans and other foreign students studying in the Philippines
  • Equipped with the most effective teaching methods, approaches, and techniques in EFL/ESL
  • Excellent computer skills in various Microsoft Applications such as Word, Excel, Power point, and Internet Surfing
  • Attended several training-workshops and seminars for professional enhancement
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented
  • Dynamic, enthusiastic, creative, and artistic
  • Patient, hardworking, and diligent

Accomplishments

Awarded as Employee of the Month (March 2024)

Legacy House of Centennial Hills

Assisted Living


Featured in a magazine as Highlighted Team Member

Nevada Health Care Association and Nevada Center For Assisted Living (April 2024 Issue)

Certification

  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • Medication Management Training (8 Hours)
  • Completed National Caregiver Certification Program
  • Completed Training on Meaningful Moments: Dementia training for Caregivers
  • Completed The Fundamentals of Adult Family Homes
  • Completed Training on HOSPICE CARE
  • Completed Behavioral Health Career Exploration Certificate


Languages

English
Full Professional
Filipino
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medication Technician/Caregiver

Legacy House of Centennial Hills
01.2024 - 07.2025

IELTS / ESL Instructor

Freelance
11.2020 - 09.2022

IELTS (Project-based)

FHI Academy
08.2020 - 10.2020

IELTS, OET, PTE Review Instructor

CEVAS Review Center
11.2019 - 03.2020

English Teacher (Primary- Secondary)

Ibn Khaldun Education Company
09.2013 - 05.2019

Online English Teacher

51talk Philippines
03.2013 - 08.2013

English Teacher, Conversation Class Teacher, Academic Skills Teacher

Saudi Japanese Automobile High Institute (SJAHI)
08.2010 - 01.2013

ESL/EFL Teacher, Group Class Teacher

ENC Language Center
05.2008 - 07.2010

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher

ESSENCE Language Training Center
07.2006 - 01.2007

ESL Tutor

DTS Tutorial Center
03.2006 - 06.2006

Group Class Teacher (Documentary)

Solomon International Language Center
01.2006 - 03.2006

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher (Documentary), Small Group Discussion Class Teacher

IBY International School for Development Inc.
09.2005 - 12.2005

ESL Teacher, Group Class Teacher (Documentary), Small Group Discussion Class Teacher

IVY International Center for Language Studies Inc.
12.2004 - 08.2005

Permanent Teacher, Social Studies Teacher (Levels 2-4), Values Education Teacher (Level 2), Filipino Teacher (Level 2), English Teacher (Level 1), Class Adviser

Malvar National High School
06.2004 - 03.2005

Social Studies Teacher (Levels 1-3), Values Education Teacher (Level 1), Subject Coordinator (CIVICS), Class Adviser, Club Moderator (A.R.T.S. Club)

First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities (FAIth)
06.2001 - 03.2003

Social Studies Teacher (Levels 1-3), Substitute Teacher (Entrepreneurship III)

San Sebastian College- Recoletos
06.1999 - 03.2001

Bachelor in Secondary Education - Social Science

Philippine Normal University, (PNU)

Training

  • 16 Hour Medication Management Training September 30, 2024 CQES Center for Quality Eldercare Services
  • IELTS Teacher Training Webinar April 6 - 8 2020 British Council East Asia Assessment Solutions Team
  • Japan ALT (Assistant Language Teaching) Professional Teacher Training Program August 11, 2011 COFFET , Manila Philippines
  • "Train the Trainer" September 08, 2011 SJAHI, Jeddah K.S.A.
  • “TEACHERS AS ROLE MODELS” A CALL TO COMMITMENT Integrity and Professionalism March 15, 2003 FAIth, Tanauan City Batangas
  • “New Dimensions of Teaching and Learning in the Restructured Curriculum” September 28, 2002 De La Salle Lipa, Batangas
  • “Pagtuturo ng MAKABAYAN Para sa Makabuluhang Pamumuhay: Isang Pagdulog May 8-10, 2002 Philippine Normal University (PNU) Taft Ave., Manila
  • Learning to be Fully Human: An Integrated and Holistic Approach to Values Education April 22-24, 2002 Miriam College, Quezon City
  • Festival of Learning Styles and Teaching Strategies February 11-12, 2002 Philippine International Convention Center (PICC ) Plenary Hall, Roxas Blvd.
  • English Language Update Workshop September 15, 22, 29, 2001 FAIth Auditorium, Darasa Highway Tanauan City, Batangas
  • Media and Values in the Philippine Education with Sen. Loren Legarda September 01, 2001 Megatrade Hall, SM Mega Mall
  • Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills and Classroom Management September 2000 San Sebastian College-Recoletos (SSC-R) Auditorium C.M. Recto Ave. Manila
  • Paggamit ng Pangunahing Batayan: Pagpapayaman ng Pagtuturo ng Araling Panlipunan (Enriching in Teaching Social Studies) September 16, 2000 Ateneo de Manila University, High School Faculty Formation Institute, Q.C.
  • “Social Skills Enhancement for Meaningful Human Relations” February 2000 SSC-R C.M. Recto Avenue, Manila
  • “Communications Skills for Professionals” November 1999 SSC-R C.M. Recto Avenue, Manila
  • “Counselling for Non-Counselors” September 20, 1999 SSC-R Little Theatre

LET (Licensure Examination for Teachers)

79.56%

Awards

Chosen as Highlighted Team Member April 2024 by Nevada Healthcare Association and Nevada Center for Assisted Living, Recipient of PNUAA Scholarships (1998), 2nd Placer in Gawad Pampanitikan TORCH Publication PNU (1998), Recipient of Sen. Edgardo Angara Scholarship PNU, Manila (1997), 2nd Placer in Gawad Parangal, Social Science Department, PNU (1997), Most Outstanding Student, Evening Student Assembly PNU (1997)

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