Nationality: American | Location-Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Visa Status: 3 months and looking to extend for full year) | Availability: 3-7 weeks
Language: Native English speaker | Japanese (JLPT N2) | Basic Thai, Arabic & Khmer
Telegram: +855719072048
WhatsAPP:greenEnglishwest
Education
West Virginia University – Morgantown, WV, USA
Bachelor of Arts – Criminology and Investigations | Minor – Communication Studies
GPA: 3.18 | Graduated: May 2013
Temple University – Philadelphia, PA, USA (Online）
M. A. Degree in Educational Neuroscience | 2025- current
Certifications
120-Hour i-to-i TEFL Certification Issued: Feb 10, 2012
CPR Certified for all ages Issued: Oct 17th, 2024
Key Skills
• • Cambridge Curriculum Delivery – Experienced in teaching Cambridge
structured classes (Primary and Lower Secondary) across English, Science, and
Mathematics.
Skilled with Cambridge-style assessments and cross-curricular integration.
• • IB Primary Years Program (PYP) – Knowledgeable in delivering Units of
Inquiry, fostering inquiry-based learning, and applying PYP assessment
strategies.
• • Curriculum Development – Over 13 years of experience designing
and
implementing K-12 curricula across diverse contexts, including Cambridge
programs, CEFR, IB PYP classes, for private/international schools in Japan and
Cambodia; aligned with both local Ministry of Education standards and
international school frameworks.
Responsible for training new teachers at various schools based on the requirements
and the curriculum.
• • Language Instruction Expertise – 10+ years teaching learners from early
childhood through adults; TOEIC, IELTS, EIKEN, and conversational and business
fluency.
• • Student-Centered Teaching – Engaging lessons that develop critical
thinking, creativity, collaboration, and reflective learning.
• • Early Childhood Education – Applied strategies integrating physical,
cognitive, social-emotional and linguistic development that also includes
developing curriculums, lesson plans and training new staff. High focus on
English language acquisition and applying correct methodologies according to
learner needs and requirements.
• • Cross-Cultural Communication – Experienced across Japan, Cambodia,
Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and the United States. Worked and traveled to over 25
countries, mostly across Asia. High understanding, competency and knowledge
of cultural awareness and respective expectations in relation to both countries
and businesses.
• • Team Leadership & Training – Managerial experience of over 7 years in
the educational sector and business management for 6 years. Led teacher
teams, sales staff, recruitment and conducted over 230 interviews in both the
educational field along with business launch interviews and professional
development for employees.
Professional Experience
5 Star English Service- Anan, Shi, Tokushima, Japan.
Head teacher/ curriculum designer at Anan branch. | February 2025- June
2026
• • Conducted both private and group lessons, as well as nursery English lessons
every day. offer a wide range of class options based on student and parent preferences,
including conversational English, primary school review classes, lectures, homework
support for primary and secondary school. EIKEN / TOEIC test preparation. Place
potential students according to CEFR style-framework.
• • Served as one of three curriculum designers for 5 Star English, developing
curriculum packages sold to various schools across the country.
• • Designed and developed curriculum content across multiple subjects, including
English, mathematics, atlas, geography, science, and phonics, etc.
• • Contributed to the creation of complete curriculum materials that were
compiled into textbooks and distributed to primary schools and companies
seeking all-in-one English and Japanese instructional resources.
• • Provided curriculum development and instructional support in both English and
Japanese.
KidsPeace – Orefield, USA
Instructor / Counselor | Sep 2023 – Feb 2025
• • Provided general education and guidance counseling for special education
students and at-risk youth (ages 10–18).
• •Implemented de-escalation strategies, administered and wrote detailed reports
on medication per client, and maintained daily behavioral reports that were
mandated by clients` respective state law.
• • Conducted one-on-one sessions to support social-emotional growth, future
planning, and personal development.
• • Organized therapeutic and recreational activities (sports, health guidance,
holiday
events, creative programs to build social skills and resilience.
True Visions International School – Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Grade 4–6 General Education Teacher & Curriculum Developer | Nov 2022 – Jul
2023 *Had to return home for surgery, which was successful.
• • Taught English, science, mathematics, and language arts within a Cambridge
structured program.
• • Designed and implemented new curricula for Kindergarten–Grade 2, aligned
with Ministry of Education requirements and Cambridge for early learning
outcomes.
• • Integrated IB PYP inquiry-based learning in select classes, including Units of
Inquiry and integrated assessment tasks.
• • Maintained daily parent/student communication, office hours, and tutoring
via the Telegram application.
• • Designed a dedicated Kindergarten classroom to support early childhood
development and active learning.
Yamaguchi International English Center – Yamaguchi, Japan
Head Instructor / English Department Manager | November 2018 – Sep 2022
• • Taught a wide range of learners, including IB PYP classes, young learners, and
adult professionals. Also held native-style conversational classes for students of
all ages who were learning English for various reasons. Adjusted lesson plans
according to the needs of
all the students.
• • Created quarterly individualized learning plans and daily lessons aligned with
Japanese standards, Cambridge-style methodologies, and IB PYP approaches.
• • Led EIKEN and TOEIC preparation, early childhood English immersion, and
small-group advanced learning programs. Placement of students was a mix of
the owner and my opinions. We had various strategies and I successfully
implemented a proper CEFR scale procedure and placement for ages 15 and up.
• • Applied early childhood education strategies emphasizing cognitive, social
emotional, and linguistic development.
• • Oversaw enrollment, payment systems, staff coordination, and marketing
campaigns that improved student retention and attracted new students.
• Taught several *Mommy and me* classes (ages 2-5) and developed lesson plans
dedicated to these students.
• Created English YouTube channel that taught native English. This channel and
the respective videos were available for students at this school and the
government community sector in Yamaguchi city, which had over 75 videos,
each for over an hour. The average view for these videos was between
9003,000. Also made CEFR listening/audio recordings for students and the
prefectural international program.
Creditsafe – USA, Japan, UK, Belgium, Thailand
Business Launch Manager (Japan) | Oct 2015 – 2018
• • Led company expansion into Japan through market research, recruitment,
and operational setup.
• • Conducted 180+ interviews; hired directors, managers, and staff; established
operations in Tokyo and Fukuoka.
• • Designed and delivered tailored Business English courses for employees
across levels and roles, both in Fukuoka and Tokyo outside of normal business
hours.
• • Provided sales support and training that helped tele-sales teams consistently
hit targets.
• • Liaised between Japanese operations and European HQ for reporting,
performance tracking, and along with quarterly and yearly expansion reports,
expected financial planning and offered several English classes to employees.
New Hope for Cambodian Children – Kandal, Cambodia
* 6-month Volunteer contract
Head English Instructor / Volunteer position | Sep 2014 – Mar 2015
• • Taught English, Science, History, and Moral Education to HIV-positive
students (Grades 7–12).
• • Created test preparation materials to support success in new national
examinations.
• • Developed enrichment and motivational programs to support student
wellbeing and future planning.
Ube Gaigo Center – Ube, Japan
English Instructor / Assistant Manager | Jun 2013 – Aug 2014
• • Promoted to Assistant Manager for strong teaching performance and student-parent
communication.
• • Designed lessons for learners from Mommy & Me classes to adult professionals.
• • Delivered successful EIKEN and IELTS preparation courses with custom resources and
practice materials.
• Managed challenging/handicapped students through rapport-building and
individualized strategies.
West Virginia University – Morgantown, USA
Conversation Partner, Tutor, and Undergraduate Teaching Assistant | Sep 2010 –
May 2013
• • Served as a conversation partner for 3–4 international students each year (well above
average of one student that was required).
• • Founded “NG English WVU” , a free English training and tutoring program that grew to
150+ students with support staff.
• • Supported international students from 30+ countries (primarily Japan, Saudi Arabia,
China, Thailand and Korea) in accelerating degree completion and English language
acquisition training.
• • Assisted in grading and classroom management as an Undergraduate Teaching
Assistant in Interpersonal Communication.
Achievements
• • Created comprehensive K–12 curricula across Cambodia and Japan, integrating
Cambridge standards, CEFR, IB PYP approaches, eikaiwa/private schools and Ministry of
Education requirements.
• • Designed a kindergarten learning environment at True Visions International that
emphasizes exploration, social-emotional growth, and inquiry-based play.
• • Supported 150+ international students through “NG English WVU”, helping students
fast-track degrees and improve native English skills and academic results.
• • Led Credit safe’s expansion into Japan: recruited core staff, established operations in
Tokyo and Fukuoka, and delivered tailored Business English training along with several
other courses for all Creditsafe employees.
• • Prepared learners for EIKEN, IELTS, and TOEIC exams, creating custom guides and
practice resources for students to exceed expectations.
• • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth at Kids Peace using de-escalation
and therapeutic strategies along with constant medical and emotional support.
• • Volunteered at New Hope for Cambodian Children, teaching HIV-positive students
and preparing them for national examinations.
