Robert Gahnberg
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability. Proven ability to master new skills quickly and work effectively without supervision. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills enhance team collaboration and support organizational objectives.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
City of Falls Church Public Schools
Falls Church, Virginia
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented lesson plans for various subjects in diverse classrooms.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted students with individual learning needs and academic challenges.
Instructional Assistant
American International School - Vienna
Vienna, Austria
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Facilitated small group discussions to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom resources.
- Collaborated with educators to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers on performance.
Foreign Service Officer
U.S. Department of State
Washington, DC
02.2000 - 12.2021
- Developed and maintained relationships with foreign diplomats and government officials.
- Analyzed geopolitical developments to inform policy decisions and strategies.
- Prepared detailed reports on political, economic, and social conditions in host countries.
- Collaborated with interagency teams to implement foreign policy initiatives effectively.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing current developments in a particular region or country relevant to U.S. interests abroad.
- Maintained contacts with members of local communities in order to gain insight into their culture, customs, and values.
Intelligence Analyst
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.1989 - 04.1994
- Compiled evidence from multiple sources into concise yet comprehensive intelligence briefs suitable for presentation at high-level meetings.
- Assisted with developing strategies and tactics based on gathered information regarding adversary capabilities, intentions and goals.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal regulations governing the collection, storage, dissemination and destruction of sensitive information.
Education
Master of Arts - International Policy Studies
Monterey Institute of International Studies
Monterey, CA12-1998
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Monterey Institute of International Studies
Monterey, CA12-1998
Skills
- Adaptability to change
- Cultural sensitivity
- Relationship building and management
- Project management
- Writing, editing, and proofreading
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Teaching License (Elementary 1-6 )
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
City of Falls Church Public Schools
08.2025 - Current
Instructional Assistant
American International School - Vienna
08.2023 - 06.2025
Foreign Service Officer
U.S. Department of State
02.2000 - 12.2021
Intelligence Analyst
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.1989 - 04.1994
Master of Arts - International Policy Studies
Monterey Institute of International Studies
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Monterey Institute of International Studies