Joseph Hall
Hempstead,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic ESL Teacher with a diverse skillset, eager to contribute to team and student success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Public Relations and training in copywriting. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Communications.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
Zoni Language Centers
Hempstead , NY
2021.11 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
Editorial Assistant
Marquis Who's Who
Uniondale , NY
2019.03 - 2020.10
- Coordinated with marketing, communications, and curatorial departments to align documentation needs.
- Developed job aids and tools to support departmental need for quality processes.
- Proofread manuscripts and other forms of copy for general grammatical correctness.
- Organized material, determined area of emphasis, and wrote according to prescribed editorial style and format standards.
- Coordinated research activities for material development.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Devised attention-grabbing headlines and summaries for articles.
Administrative Assistant
Nassau County Department Of Parks & Recreation
East Meadow , NY
2008.06 - 2018.12
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
- Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Managed customer needs and delegated tasks to employees for optimal coverage.
- Streamlined opening and closing procedures as integral member of store staff.
- Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
- Operated POS cash register and equipment to collect payments.
- Led opening and closing procedures and conducted cashier drops, cash control, and vault monitoring.
- Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards.
- Generated routine reports and professional correspondence.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
Creative Copywriter
Village Of Hempstead
Hempstead , NY
2015.03 - 2017.01
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and press releases.
- Edited content produced by senior executives, modifying text to conform to company-wide branding standards and publication guidelines.
- Reviewed and edited final copy for accuracy and oversaw production.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Public Relations Intern
Zimmerman Edelson Inc.
Great Neck , NY
2014.09 - 2015.03
- Wrote and distributed press releases for company and clients.
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
- Helped plan and execute private, company and client events.
- Built media kits in support of specific strategic initiatives.
- Provided administrative support to senior team members.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Studied objectives, promotional policies or needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies influencing public opinion or promoting ideas.
- Designed graphics for website decoration and layout.
- Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs for wide range of website properties.
- Provided writing support in fast-paced environment for variety of public-facing materials.
- Formatted articles, blogs and webpages with HTML, photos and infographics.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
Fashion Public Relations Intern
Starworks Group
New York , NY
2013.09 - 2014.06
- Prepared social media posts and videos with eye for viral content strategies.
- Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar and style.
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
- Helped plan and execute private, company and client events.
- Delivered outstanding service to clients to not only maintain but to extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Maintained showroom samples and catalog libraries for customer viewing.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Constructed fashion sample garments for agents and sales representatives.
- Coordinated deliveries with textile vendors, and suppliers.
- Developed seasonal merchandise assortment to improve category depth and breadth.
Library Page
Hempstead Public Library
Hempstead , NY
2006.06 - 2007.08
- Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Answered patron questions in-person or by phone regarding library services and resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY05.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY12.2012
Skills
- Business English
- Providing Feedback
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Audio Equipment
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Computer Proficiency
- Copywriting Expertise
- Team Communication
- Strategic Vision
- Business Leadership
- Focus and Follow-Through
Certification
- Licensed TEFL (ESL Instructor) - [2020 - present]
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Zoni Language Centers
2021.11 - Current
Editorial Assistant
Marquis Who's Who
2019.03 - 2020.10
Creative Copywriter
Village Of Hempstead
2015.03 - 2017.01
Public Relations Intern
Zimmerman Edelson Inc.
2014.09 - 2015.03
Fashion Public Relations Intern
Starworks Group
2013.09 - 2014.06
Administrative Assistant
Nassau County Department Of Parks & Recreation
2008.06 - 2018.12
Library Page
Hempstead Public Library
2006.06 - 2007.08
Bachelor of Science - Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication
St. John's University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Nassau Community College
- Licensed TEFL (ESL Instructor) - [2020 - present]
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