Matthew Fasone
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Corporate training professional with 25 years teaching experience in Japan and the United States with proven track record of delivering impactful learning experiences. Adept at developing and implementing training programs and lesson planning that drive team collaboration and achieve results. Renowned for flexibility and reliability, consistently meeting organizational needs with effective instructional strategies.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Teacher
JOURNEY HALL
Osaka, Japan
08.2019 - Current
- Teach business English to business professionals
- Mentored junior trainers, contributing to their professional growth and development through workshops and seminars
- Create weekly lesson plans for adult EFL classes
- Do role play and skill-building activities with a focus on strengthening speaking, reading, writing and listening abilities
- Increased students' TOEIC test scores
Corporate Teacher
CENTURY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, OSAKA
Osaka, Japan
06.2011 - 10.2024
- Taught business English lessons at Japanese companies using an established curriculum
- Enabled students to function effectively in a business English speaking environment while undertaking tasks such as formal presentations, negotiations, meetings, conference calls, business greetings, etc
- Taught 2 day to 2-week workshops, seminars and TOEIC courses all related to using English in a business environment
- Earned consistent high scores and favorable reviews in post-class student surveys
Corporate and Private Teacher
WILL SQUARE, OSAKA
Osaka, Japan
02.2008 - 08.2019
- Augmented student learning through one-on-one as well as group instruction ensuring a comfortable learning experience and ability to actively participate in the learning process
- Developed and implemented diverse lessons to effectively meet the need of each student's learning style and ability
- Incorporated motivational activities and positive reinforcement strategies to encourage and enhance students learning
- Raised student's GTEC test scores and gave complete feedback and performance evaluations
- Raised students' TOEIC test scores
- Increased student engagement by designing interactive lessons that incorporated visual aids, hands-on activities, and real-world examples.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing various teaching methods and adapting instructional materials to address diverse learning styles.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment where all individuals felt supported and valued.
- Assessed student performance using both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instruction accordingly to optimize progress.
- Strengthened connections between course material and everyday life experiences, helping students relate concepts more closely to their own lives for increased relevance.
- Expanded cultural awareness among students by integrating global perspectives into lesson content, fostering empathy and understanding across diverse backgrounds.
Assistant Trainer/Teacher
NOVA – IZUMIGAOKA & KOMYOIKE, OSAKA
Osaka, Japan
10.2006 - 10.2007
- Taught EFL lessons to adult and children students
- Supervised all the instructors working at the branch
- Presented in-branch workshops and meetings
- Conducted routine one-on-one in branch training and development of employees
- Coordinated branch programs
- Trained and mentored three new personnel hired to fulfill various roles
Teacher
TAKOMA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL
Washington, D.C., United States
10.2003 - 06.2004
- Planned and carried out lesson plans for the Pre-K curriculum
- Established predictable routines that met children's physical, emotional, and cognitive needs
- Provided a clean, safe, and well-organized learning environment
- Fostered appropriate and desired behavior by using positive reinforcement techniques
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's development
Educator
MARYLAND COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
United States
01.2003 - 06.2004
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans for drawing and painting classes
- Taught students ranging from 4 to 17 years old
- Taught special classes designed for high school and college portfolio development
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Visual Arts Teacher
NEW YORK CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION, DITMAS I. S. 62
Brooklyn, United States
09.1999 - 06.2002
- Taught studio and art history classes to grades 6, 7 & 8
- Coordinated and taught after-school studio art program
- Developed an interdisciplinary curriculum integrating art with social studies, language arts, and mathematics
- Brought various New York City arts related organizations to the school to strengthen students' cultural awareness
- Coordinated the accelerated arts program, a three-year concentration in studio art and art history, to prepare students for the New York State Art Regents
- Project Arts Liaison, Managed school's budget for purchasing art supplies
- Contributed lessons for a 'Guide for New Middle School Art Teachers' in Community School District 20
- Organized and arranged all arts related field trips for the school
- Coordinated student art projects specifically designed to beautify the school
- Hosted and facilitated interactive workshops for district art teachers
- Ambassador to the Whitney Museum for District 20
- Taught specific studio and art history lessons designed around special exhibitions held at the Whitney Museum, culminating in a trip to view the exhibition
- Arranged school trips to the Whitney Museum
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in faculty meetings, professional development sessions, and extracurricular activities involving the arts community.
- Organized successful art exhibitions for showcasing student work, raising awareness of the visual arts program within the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, ensuring students gained well-rounded exposure to various art forms.
Visual Arts Educator/Docent
BUFFALO AKG ART MUSEUM
Buffalo, United States
01.1999 - 08.1999
- Facilitated studio art programs in local schools (pre-K to 5th grade) and community centers that did not have art programs
- Gave tours of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum's permanent collection and special exhibitions
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
- Met regularly with team of teachers to discuss best practices and develop innovative teaching strategies.
Education
New York Academy of Art
New York, NY05.2006
Bridgeview School of Fine Arts
Long Island City, NY05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Canisius University
Buffalo, NY05.1998
Skills
- Adult Learning Facilitation
- Student Performance Documentation
- Collaborative Project Engagement
- Curriculum Planning Expertise
- Differentiated Instruction
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
- English Grammar and Composition
- Written Work Assessment
- Individual Learning Plans
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching Methodologies Training
- Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
- Virtual Classroom Technology
Certification
- 12/23, TESOL & TEFL Diploma Course
- Not Specified, TESOL & TEFL Certificate Course
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Full Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Corporate Teacher
JOURNEY HALL
08.2019 - Current
Corporate Teacher
CENTURY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, OSAKA
06.2011 - 10.2024
Corporate and Private Teacher
WILL SQUARE, OSAKA
02.2008 - 08.2019
Assistant Trainer/Teacher
NOVA – IZUMIGAOKA & KOMYOIKE, OSAKA
10.2006 - 10.2007
Teacher
TAKOMA CHILDREN'S SCHOOL
10.2003 - 06.2004
Educator
MARYLAND COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
01.2003 - 06.2004
Visual Arts Teacher
NEW YORK CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION, DITMAS I. S. 62
09.1999 - 06.2002
Visual Arts Educator/Docent
BUFFALO AKG ART MUSEUM
01.1999 - 08.1999
New York Academy of Art
Bridgeview School of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
Canisius University