StarkEnglish

About

I love adventure, whether it is exploring outdoors, learning a new culture, meeting new people, playing music, or just reading a good book. While my biggest hobby is exploring on my motorbike, I also enjoy hiking, kayaking, paragliding, and bungee jumping (more are on the way).

Along with my adventurous side, I am also a team player who enjoys creative freedom. As a life-long student, I feel that there is usually something that I can learn from others. Not every school does things the same, and this is a part of the adventure. I look forward to meeting you.

Resume

Certifications

Teaching License - ESOL K-12

(In Progress)

University of West Florida

I am currently attending the TeacherReady program to earn my formal teaching license with a focus in ESOL K-12. I intend to add other content areas in the future.

Substitute Teaching License

2022

Colorado Department of Education

TEFL - 150 Hours

2018

Hess Education Group

Teaching Practicum

TEFL - 120 Hours

2017

Bridge Education Group

Introduction to Teaching Young Learners

Introduction to Business English

Education

Bachelors in Liberal Studies

2021

Thomas Edison State University

Associate of Applied Science - Gunsmithing

2013

Murray State College

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

2011

Murray State College

Professional Experience

English Teacher

October 2022 - Present

Shane English School, Zhubei, Taiwan

Taught private and group classes to children and adults.
Gave placement tests, performed demo lessons, and created lesson content for English and science classes.

English Teacher

May 2022 - Jul 2022

LTC, Astana, Kazakhstan

Taught private and group lessons to adults, teens, and children.
Classes included in-person, online, speaking clubs, and webinars.
Contributed to the school's curriculum and management.

English Teacher

July 2020 - October 2022

Shane English School, Zhubei, Taiwan

Taught young learners and primary school students.
Gave placement tests and performed demo lessons.

English Teacher

April 2020 - July 2022

GEOS, Taipei, Taiwan

Taught private and group lessons to adults and children.
Prepared science and art activities.

Immersion English Teacher

March 2019 - March 2020

KNES, Zhudong, Taiwan

Taught English, Math, Science, Art, and PE as an immmersion kindergarten teacher.
Taught English to primary school students.
Developed curriculum, teaching aids, and student activities.
Responsible for the planning, writing, and choreography of kindergarten winter and graduation performances.

English Teacher

March 2018 - March 2019

Hess Education Group, Keelung, Taiwan

Served as an English teacher to kindergarten and primary school students.
Responsible for the planning, writing, and choreography of a kindergarten graduation.

Portfolio

As a life-long student, I continue to grow as an individual and as a professional educator. This continually expanding portfolio represents my personal achievements in teaching, as well as those genuine moments where I learn with my students.