Nicole Kharlamova
Self-employed
Andover,MN
2
Languages
10
years of professional experience
Versatile professional with experience in education, customer service, and sales leadership. Brings strong listening skills, conflict resolution, and teamwork to fast-paced settings, while supporting clients, students, and new employees with clear guidance and reliable follow-through.
Work History
Swimming Instructor
5 Months- Instructed swimmers in water safety, stroke development, and basic technique
- Demonstrated drills and corrective feedback to improve swimmer confidence and form
- Adapted teaching methods to support varied skill levels and learning styles
- Supervised lessons while maintaining safe pool environment and enforcing facility rules
- Communicated clearly with parents and guardians regarding class expectations and achievements
- Reinforced positive behavior and built rapport to encourage consistent student participation
Private ESL Tutor
10 Years 5 Months- Designed individualized ESL lesson plans aligned with student goals, proficiency levels, and learning styles.
- Assessed language gaps through informal diagnostics and adjusted instruction to target grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
- Coached speaking fluency through guided conversation, role-play, and real-world communication practice.
- Reinforced reading and writing skills using structured exercises, feedback, and corrective editing.
- Prepared customized learning materials, worksheets, and homework assignments for independent practice.
- Supported exam preparation by reviewing test formats, study strategies, and time-management techniques.
- Maintained strong client relationships through clear communication, reliability, and responsive lesson planning.
- Boosted reading comprehension by selecting age-appropriate literature and guiding students through analysis of themes, characters, and plot development.
- Increased student confidence in their language abilities through personalized feedback and regular progress assessments.
- Expanded students'' vocabulary and conversational skills through engaging discussions on various topics relevant to their interests.
Sales Associate & Campaign Manager
4 Months- Assisted customers with product selection, pricing details, and purchase decisions.
- Processed sales transactions accurately using POS systems and payment procedures.
- Represented AT&T in Costco, providing customers with information on products and services.
- Communicated with customers in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Interviewed candidates for sales positions and participated in the hiring process.
- Built and trained a sales team, providing new employees with onboarding, instruction, and ongoing support.
- Developed strong skills in customer communication, leadership, training, and problem solving.
English Teacher
4 Years 2 Months- Designed lesson plans aligned with language proficiency goals and curriculum standards.
- Delivered engaging ESL instruction across speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Assessed student progress using quizzes, observations, and formative evaluations.
- Adapted instruction to support diverse learning needs and varying language levels.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve lesson delivery and student support strategies.
- Strengthened student understanding of grammar rules through targeted exercises and clear explanations, resulting in improved writing skills.
- Employed a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring all students were able to grasp complex concepts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Journalism
Skills
Customer service
Problem-solving skills
Time management
Multi-tasking strength
Water safety instruction
Class management
Conflict resolution
Goal orientation
Goal-driven
Meeting deadlines
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Swimming Instructor
Foss Swim School
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Sales Associate & Campaign Manager
RAM Solutions
09.2025 - 01.2026Read More
English Teacher
English Planet
06.2021 - 08.2025Read More
Private ESL Tutor
Self-employed
05.2016 - CurrentRead More
MGIMO
Bachelor of Arts from International Journalism
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