Qualifications & Education
Language Corps, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
TEFL – Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Certified – March 2014
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Arts in French
Minor in Business
Graduation – December 2013
Université catholique de l’Ouest, Angers, France
Study abroad, Fall 2012
Parsons High School, Parsons, KS
High School Diploma
Graduation – May 2007
Profile
An adaptable and persistent individual seeking a position in technology sales which will utilize the communication skills developed through diverse living and working experiences in the USA, France, and Vietnam. I am dynamic, reliable, self-motivated, and eager to learn with a genuine interest in technology.
Career Summary
VUS, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
ESL Teacher,
April 2014 – Present
• Developed the confidence to present new information to students in an engaging and simple manner
• Prepared lessons and organized activities for students of all ages from beginner to advanced
• Excelled at balancing a fun and challenging classroom atmosphere
• Developed materials and researching new innovative teaching methods to enrich learning processes
• Maintained a good relationship with parents and students when communicating school objectives and providing examination support
• Consistently supported the school in marketing events and after school activities
• Liaised with all functions of the largest language school in Vietnam to enhance their learning materials and to improve processes
• Showed initiative by volunteering to give extra support to underperforming students
T-Mobile, Lawrence, Kansas
Retail Sales Representative,
July 2010-December 2013
• Extended customer subscriptions, offering discounts and promotions to ensure high customer retention rates
• Exceeded targeted sales goals by 120%
• Participated in various incentive programs and contests designed to support achievement of production goals
• Described use and operation of merchandise to customers
• Worked as a team member to provide the highest level of service to customers
• Strengthened sales, time-management, and leadership skills
Old Navy, Lawrence, Kansas
Retail Sales Associate,
August 2008-August 2010
• Recommended and helped customers select merchandise based on their needs
• Informed customers about sales and promotions in a friendly and engaging manner
• Received and processed cash and credit payments for in-store purchases
• Processed all sales transactions accurately and in a timely fashion
• Strengthened social skills
Jock’s Nitch, Parsons, Kansas
Retail Sales Associate,
December 2005-April 2007
• Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment
• Received and processed cash and credit payments for in-store purchases
• Demonstrated that customers come first by serving them with a sense of urgency
• Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
• Strengthened organization and communication skills
Skills & Achievements
• Multiple salesperson of the month awards at T-Mobile
• Teacher of the year award at VUS
• Several T-Mobile tailored sales trainings
• Social media in the work environment and as a marketing tool
• Global Awareness Program at the University of Kansas
• Advanced MS Office
• Advanced French
• Basic Vietnamese
