Karolina Harrington
Harrisonburg,VA
Summary
An educator with a Master’s degree in English and over 11 years of experience devoted to engaging students in the pursuit of knowledge, self-expression, and cross-cultural communication. Taught English, English as a Second Language (ESL), and writing courses to inner city youth and adults of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Employed technology and sensory-based curricula to identify and meet the individual needs of students. Technical writer with six years of experience in government, security technology, legal, and medical research settings. Extensive practice in teaching writing and using language to persuade, inform, or engage an audience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communication and Recruitment Specialist
Parsons Corporation (Federal Contractor)
Alexandria, VA
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Composed articles to magazines and newsletters
- Crafted marketing content and designed the client’s recruitment show exhibit
- Coordinated client’s annual recruitment efforts at the Society of Women Engineers, American Indian Science and Engineering Society, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, and Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers
- Conducted college student recruitment while leveraging client’s cutting-edge VR training system
- Initiated and coordinated Department of State’s High School Outreach Initiative focused on empowering minority students to explore innovative engineering careers
Senior Project Coordinator and Technical Writer
Parsons Corporation (Federal Contractor)
Alexandria, VA
12.2019 - 04.2024
- Simultaneously managed multiple projects with internal and external stakeholders
- Developed a style guide for the program based on client-specific requirements
- Collaborated with content specialists in designing clear, cohesive, and user-friendly templates for various types of documents
- Created reports, test plans, user manuals for software and hardware technologies, SOPs, training materials, memos, slideshows, placemats, etc. while adhering to the specific style guidelines of each section and document
- Trained other technical writers as well as engineers and technicians on applicable styles
- Controlled quality of documents produced by the program and proposed various process improvement solutions
- Spearheaded creating a document-control system; drove program coherence and cross-program alignment in document management
- Led establishing the lifecycle of contractually-mandated program deliverables
Patent Search Coordinator and Editor
Lincoln IP, Inc.
Alexandria, VA
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Assigned and managed patent search projects
- Generated customized reports, references, and invoices tailored to meet client specifications
- Proofread, edited, and published reports using Microsoft Word and Adobe
- Designed and implemented an organization-wide training program focused on efficiency and process improvement
- Managed and reconciled Excel-based accounts receivable records to ensure accuracy and timely payment processing
Data Monitor/Linguistic and Certification Specialist
VeraSci
Durham, NC
03.2014 - 04.2019
- Trained, certified, and supervised psychiatrists in administering neurocognitive assessments
- Resolved data and research issues within strict deadlines
- Translated handbooks, medical data, and electronic correspondence from English to Polish and Polish to English; served as an interpreter during investigators’ meetings
- Updated essential databases, ensuring accuracy of critical information
English and Writing Teacher
District of Columbia International School
Washington, DC
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Designed and executed inclusive English and interdisciplinary International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum programs for various grade levels, integrating strategies to support diverse cultural backgrounds, learning styles, and individual student needs
- Advocated for minority students and English Language Learners
- Leveraged databases and technological resources, including Google Workspace and Anthology, to effectively manage academic and administrative tasks
Head of English Department
District of Columbia International School
Washington, DC
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Chaired department meetings focused on fostering vertical and horizontal alignment and promoting professional development initiatives
- Facilitated comprehensive school-wide trainings focused on fostering strong student-teacher relationships, applying restorative approaches to discipline, and building effective conflict-resolution strategies
- Guided new teachers on the effective integration of diverse educational software into classroom instruction
English Language Arts and ESL Teacher
Global Scholars Academy
Durham, NC
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Mentored student-teachers from Duke University, NC State University, and North Carolina Central University
- Pioneered an engaging middle school English curriculum, embedding culturally responsive practices and global perspectives while adhering to Common Core standards
- Designed interdisciplinary camps centered on fostering student engagement and global citizenship
- Initiated a program focused on cross-cultural communication and conflict resolution between Latino and African American students
- Volunteered to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) to adult community members
- Administered and proctored internal and external assessments
Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Maryland International Day School
Fort Washington, MD
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Edited and proofread school’s communication, promotional materials and PowerPoint presentations
- Designed and implemented student-centered, accelerated, and differentiated English and Social Studies curricula, aligned with International Baccalaureate Programmes to meet the diverse needs of students
- Established relationships with students and their families to foster an academic support system and growth outside of the classroom
English and ESL Teacher
SpiderSmart Center
Burke, VA
02.2011 - 06.2011
- Provided English language proficiency training for Korean faculty members
- Designed English classes that supported and engaged ESL youth of Korean background
- Demonstrated strong time and classroom management by successfully delivering differentiated instruction across multiple grade and proficiency levels within single class periods
- Implemented a strong framework for reflective teaching and peer observation to enhance pedagogical effectiveness
ESL and Business English Teacher
Mission Language School
Krakow, Poland
09.2008 - 06.2010
- Specialized in teaching general ESL to youth and college students and advanced/business English to adult learners
- Provided assessment of students’ progress and proficiency
- Prepared college students and professionals for TOEFL, FCE, CAE and CPE Cambridge exams
Education
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Silesia
Katowice, Poland07.2007
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Silesia
Katowice, Poland06.2004
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Technical writing
- Teaching writing
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Cultural competency
- Style guide creation
- Document control
- Quality assurance
- Training and mentoring
- Project management
- Process improvement
- Proficient in: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, SharePoint
- Educational technology, eg, Google Classroom, Blackboard, Socrative, Kahoot, Pear Deck, etc
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
German
Limited
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- North Carolina Professional Educator's License (2014–2019) in English (K–12) and English as a Second Language (K-12)
Timeline
Communication and Recruitment Specialist
Parsons Corporation (Federal Contractor)
08.2021 - 04.2024
Senior Project Coordinator and Technical Writer
Parsons Corporation (Federal Contractor)
12.2019 - 04.2024
Patent Search Coordinator and Editor
Lincoln IP, Inc.
04.2019 - 12.2019
Head of English Department
District of Columbia International School
08.2017 - 07.2018
English and Writing Teacher
District of Columbia International School
08.2016 - 01.2019
English Language Arts and ESL Teacher
Global Scholars Academy
07.2014 - 07.2016
Data Monitor/Linguistic and Certification Specialist
VeraSci
03.2014 - 04.2019
English and ESL Teacher
SpiderSmart Center
02.2011 - 06.2011
Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher
Maryland International Day School
08.2010 - 08.2013
ESL and Business English Teacher
Mission Language School
09.2008 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - English Language And Literature
University of Silesia
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Silesia
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