Student-centered and resourceful professional with hands-on experience in ESL teaching and educational administration within fast-paced and challenging environments.

Paula's resume

Qualifications Profile
Student-centered and resourceful professional with hands-on experience in ESL teaching and educational administration within fast-paced and challenging environments.
 Adept at managing all facets of business operations focusing on institute’s growth and development for maximum profitability.
 Possess in-depth knowledge and understanding of education policies, procedures, and practices—extensive experience in creating course outlines and designing curriculum.
 Record of success in improving operational efficiency by developing and executing innovative program and initiatives.
 Extensive experience and knowledge of running school operations for best administration.
 Articulate communicator, able to build strong relations with team members, clients, and other stakeholders. Fluent in English and Spanish. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Relevant Experience
MULTIPLE CHOICE ENGLISH INSTITUTE, Córdoba, Argentina
Founder/Director of Studies/Staff Coordinator, 2003  2017
Established an English institute in Córdoba in 2003 and managed all operations with a focus on growth and success of the organization. Directed a staff of seven teachers delivering lectures to 130 students. Taught various courses to students ranging from five-years of age to adult. Focused on preparing students to take the Cambridge International Examinations. Created curriculum for adult students on ESP (English for Specific Purposes). Led HR operations, such as selection, hiring, and training. Prepared training material for new team members and guided staff. Designed and implemented numerous innovative programs and leadership initiatives. Created and maintained a library of grammar, language, literature, and teaching books. Coordinated classroom management, evaluated personalized learning programs, and executed practice innovative educational techniques.
• Started the business from scratch and built one of the top English institutes in Córdoba in a highly-competitive field of education.
• Set a record of managing the institute 100% debt free.
• Cultivated and strengthened long-term relations with parents and students. Enabled families to send their children in the institute for 10 years of education.
INGLES EN SAN MARCOS SIERRAS, Córdoba, Argentina
Founder & ESL Teacher, 2018  2019
Acted as the ESL tutor and delivered lectures to numerous students. Managed routine administrative operations of the institute. Focused on attaining school’s mission.
• Established the first ESL School in San Marcos Sierras Community, Argentina.
Additional Experience:
English Literature Teacher, Bilingual Private School Cinco Ríos
Bilingual Secretary, 2000 BMX World Championship
ESL Tutor, Private English Institutes
Online Teacher

Educational Background
Bachelor 's Degree in English Language & Literature – University of Languages (UNC), Córdoba, Argentina. US Equivalent. Certified Course-by-Course Foreign Academic Evaluation by Validential
Postgraduate Studies in SME: Small & Medium Enterprises – University Proyección 21, Córdoba, Argentina

Technical Proficiencies
Operating Systems: Windows | Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) | Spreadsheets