MATTHEW HAMELBURG
Westfield,NJ
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY: A proficient linguistics graduate with a strong focus on Russian-English translation and teaching English as a second language. Notable experience in developing and implementing tailored lesson plans for ESL learning, offering translation services, and enhancing communication across multicultural environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online ESL Teacher
David Plaster
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Designed and delivered customized lessons to support English language acquisition for business professionals and military veterans in Ukraine
- Demonstrated commitment to student-centered teaching and learning while fostering inclusive and engaging environment.
- Attended team meetings with bilingual and monolingual teachers to integrate curriculum and improve student learning.
- Created customized course for international company "Delfast Bikes" for their branch based in Kyiv.
- Held speaking clubs for veterans and current reservists in Ukraine.
- Managed 5 teachers and taught over 500 students.
- Used Google Docs and Google Spreadsheets for word processing, spreadsheets and database management.
- Participated actively in course discussions, promoting students to participate and interact with one another.
- Communicated with students using Zoom and other online learning platforms, webcams and headphones.
- Wrote, prepared and submitted weekly lesson plans and created and designed homework, quizzes and exams to test abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
Online ESL Teacher
Preply
07.2020 - Current
- Conceived and implemented tailored lesson plans targeting unique needs of native Russian and Ukrainian speakers
- Offered comprehensive English language instruction to diverse clientele across globe, emphasizing conversational proficiency and grammatical accuracy
- Provided superior customer service, addressing queries and concerns promptly to maintain high customer satisfaction.
- Over 2000 lessons taught and worked with over 200 students
- Provided necessary tools for students to work and secure permanent work positions with international companies.
- Ensured employees of international companies were able to communicate effectively with colleagues and business partners in English
- Aided immigrants and refugees both in America and Canada in order for them to pass residency/work permit/citizenship language tests
- Helped international students pass their TOEFL exams in order to successfully apply for Ivy League schools across the United States
Translator/Interpreter
Anomaly
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided meticulous proofreading, editing, and revision of translated materials, ensuring accurate representation of source material
- Interpreted complex legal, scientific, and news content from Russian to English to aid project development, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and linguistic skills.
- Translated texts from Russian to English for cartoons used in English language program of organization as educational literature
Education
Medical English-Russian Interpretation Certificate - Medical Interpretation
Culture Advantage
Newton, KS01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05.2021
Skills
- Proficient in Russian (C1 level)
- Interpreting and translation capabilities
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Syllabus Preparation
- Professional Tutor
- Computer Skills
Certification
TEFL Certificate
Timeline
Online ESL Teacher
David Plaster
07.2021 - 03.2022
Translator/Interpreter
Anomaly
07.2021 - 02.2022
Online ESL Teacher
Preply
07.2020 - Current
Medical English-Russian Interpretation Certificate - Medical Interpretation
Culture Advantage
Bachelor of Arts - Linguistics
Montclair State University
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