Richard Hankins
Fort Riley
Summary
Dedicated native English educator with a background in US military leadership and adult instruction. Possesses a 120-hour TEFL/TESOL certification and a Bachelor of Business Administration. Married to a Chinese citizen with a long-term commitment to residing in Chengdu, offering schools exceptional stability and reliability. Expert in classroom management, structured lesson planning, and engaging young learners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Leader / Supervisor
United States Army
01.2019 - 01.2026
- Planned and delivered task-based instruction
- Communicated complex procedures clearly
- Maintained discipline and engagement in structured environments
Art Instructor (Adults)
Community Arts Center
Manhattan
- Planned and executed structured art curricula for adult learners
- Adapted teaching methods to diverse learning styles
- Managed group dynamics while providing individualized feedback
Aviation Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
- Supervised maintenance teams under strict deadlines
- Developed leadership and organizational skills
- Worked with non-native English speakers
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
08-2026
120-Hour TESOL & TEFL Certificate -
UNI-Prep Institute
12.2025
Master of Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Lesson Planning
- Pronunciation
- Student Engagement
- Test Prep
- Classroom Discipline
- Group Interaction
- Task Organization
- PowerPoint
- Zoom
- LMS
Additional Professional Experience
Aviation Maintenance Supervisor, United States Army, Supervised maintenance teams under strict deadlines, Developed leadership and organizational skills, Worked with non-native English speakers
Teaching Skills And Tools
- Lesson Planning
- Pronunciation
- Student Engagement
- Test Prep
- Classroom Discipline
- Group Interaction
- Task Organization
- Technology: PowerPoint, Zoom, LMS
Why Chengdu
Married to a Chinese citizen with long-term plans to live and work in Chengdu, offering stability and commitment beyond short-term contracts.
Preferences And Availability
11/26, Kindergarten, Training Centers, Young Learners (3–12), ¥22,000–¥30,000 RMB/month + Housing
Wechat Id
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Target Location
Chengdu
Teaching And Instructional Experience
- Art Instructor (Adults), Community Arts Center, Manhattan, KS, Planned and executed structured art curricula for adult learners, Adapted teaching methods to diverse learning styles, Managed group dynamics while providing individualized feedback
- Instructional Leader / Supervisor, United States Army, Planned and delivered task-based instruction, Communicated complex procedures clearly, Maintained discipline and engagement in structured environments, 01/19–12/26
Personal Information
- Age: 26
- Nationality: United States
- Visa Status: Z-Visa Ready / Family Ties in China
Websites
Timeline
Instructional Leader / Supervisor
United States Army
01.2019 - 01.2026
Art Instructor (Adults)
Community Arts Center
Aviation Maintenance Supervisor
United States Army
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University
120-Hour TESOL & TEFL Certificate -
UNI-Prep Institute
Master of Business Administration -
Southern New Hampshire University