Teacher, writer, editor

Christopher James Shelton

619-***-**** ************.****@*****.*** 814 S. Hobart Blvd. Unit 107, Los Angeles, CA 90005 Profile

Worldly, cultured, creative, and experienced teacher, writer, and editor. UCLA Honors grad and the son of nomadic diplomat parents. Capable of working in any environment as long as professional challenges and standards are present. Ambitious to pursue new career paths in the fields of writing, editing, education, or business. Work Experience

• Contracted Consultant, Lingo Live, Los Angeles, CA - April 2017 - October 2017 I work primarily as a language and cultural coach for corporate employees who speak English as a second language. Numerous clients are foreigners who have relocated to the United States for work, my focus is to assist in this transition. I assist clients in assimilating to the linguistic and cultural norms of their new environment. The sessions are conducted online, and I operate under the English-language branch of the company. I work daily with clients from China, Japan, India, South Korea, Mauritania, Peru, Colombia, Argentina, Italy, the Ukraine, Bulgaria, and other nations.

• English Speaking/Writing Tutor, Self-Employed, Seoul, Shanghai, Bangkok, Los Angeles, - Sept 2010 - present Taught individual students and groups of all ages, ranging from elementary aged children to professional adults. Largely focused on English pronunciation, reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills. Created basic lessons for beginning leaners, as well as formal writing and fluency lessons for advanced learners. Also tutored in Science, History, and other subjects. Personally composed curriculum to meet the needs of each student.

• SAT Prep Tutor/Educational Consultant, US EDU Consulting, Los Angeles, CA - September 2016 - Jan 2017 I taught both group and individual SAT prep classes. I also taught exam prep for High School entrance exams. I was also responsible for assisting numerous graduating seniors with their college admission packages, namely essays.

• 4th Grade Teacher, Shanghai High School International Division (SHSID), Shanghai, P.R.C. - Jan 2013 - July 2015 Acted as homeroom teacher in partnership with a Chinese teacher. Taught advanced English, Science, and Geography classes. Wrote coursework, exams, and class PPTs for all courses. Head of the Science Department for the 4th Grade. Responsible for organizing labs, activities, and coordinating Science teachers on two separate campuses. Held regular conferences and kept consistent communication with all parents. Received a 99.9% performance rating from both students and parents.

• Library Teacher, Shanghai High School International Division (SHSID), Shanghai, P.R.C. - August 2012 - Jan 2013 Assisted 12th graders in writing and editing their college admission essays and personal statements. Acted as editor and advisor to all high school students in regard to all types of written work. Edited official documents composed by the Chinese faculty.

• English Teacher, Daechi “Wonderland” English Hagwon, Seoul, South Korea - May 2010 - May 2012 Taught English pronunciation, grammar, and reading comprehension to students ranging from age 4 to age 12. Covered complex writing with advanced students as well as basic speaking skills with beginners. Worked closely with a staff of Korean and foreign teachers. Commended for outstanding parent conferences and open classes.

• Caller/Fundraiser, UCLA Annual Fund, Los Angeles, California - June 2008 - November 2008 Raised financial pledges (donations) for UCLA’s annual fund over the phone. “Caller of the Month” - Sept, 2008.

• Public Affairs Department Intern, United States Embassy of Rome, Rome, Italy - Summer 2006 Responsible for recording, videotaping, and photographing conferences at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence. Hosted digital video conferences for the embassy. Assisted in post-production process of a promotional film for the Ambassador’s economic project, “Partnership for Growth.”

• Cultural Affairs Department Intern, Unites States Embassy of Rome, Rome, Italy - Summer 2004 Organized and filled documents for embassy supply orders. Documented list of antique items owned by the Embassy for appraisal purposes. Worked directly with a staff of Italians employed by the Embassy. Required to answer the phone in Italian.

Education

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, CA - Bachelors of English Literature, 2009

- Graduated Cum Laude, Golden Key Honors Society

San Diego State University (SDSU), San Diego, CA - Film and Television Major, 2005 – 2007

- University of Cape Town (UCT), Cape Town, South Africa - Study Abroad, 2006 Skills

Conversational in Italian. Basic grasp of Korean and Mandarin. Experienced in composing and editing academic, professional, and creative writing. Well-versed in internet and phone based conferencing. Computer literate. Comfortable interacting and collaborating with colleagues from all over the world, including non-English speakers.

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