Stephanie R.

Gaertner
● CELL: (407) 577 -6091 ● ST EPHA N IERG A ERT N ER@G MA IL.COM

Highly motivated, with a solid education in TESOL and experience in teaching internationally

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
❑ Ambitious and hardworking, with commitment to excellence and quick resolution of conflict
❑ Superior communication, interpersonal skills; friendly with positive attitude; proven team player
❑ Highly trainable; adapt well to changes, can produce well under tight deadlines and pressures
❑ Highly attentive to detail; able to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
❑ Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
❑ Fluent in English and Russian and has beginning level Portuguese skills
❑ Positive motivator and constantly seeks to encourage and support others
❑ Able to make decisions effectively and efficiently

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Graduated: 4/2019
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Maintained 3.9 major GPA while attending school full time and working over 30 hours per week
Received full scholarships for seven semesters; Member of National Society of Leadership

Internship
Teaching English as a Second Language
July 11-August 8, 2018
HELP International, Lesbos Greece
• Gained classroom teaching experience in Refugee camps and facilitate teacher training on interactive learning
methods.
• Provided emotional support to refugees with various mental illnesses
• Taught men’s, women’s, and children’s English classes of 10-25 students by planning classes and presenting
lessons.
• Studied basic Farsi, Arabic, and French to communicate to students and refugees

Study Abroad
May 2017-August 2017
Brigham Young University Jerusalem
• Studied abroad in Jerusalem and spent some time in Greece and Jordan as part of the study
• Developed cross-cultural communications skills
• Mastered time management skills between academics and traveling

High School
Graduated: May 2014
Oviedo High School
Maintained a 3.9 GPA. Was involved in multiple athletic sport teams. Was a member of the Italian club.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Secretary 2/2019

Seven Brothers Restaurant Laie, HI
• Developed detail oriented skills
• Diligent administrative professional experience
• Assisted executives and managers on multiple organizational levels
• Managed multiple schedules and maintained communication across teams
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently

Teaching Assistant 1/2019

Brigham Young University Hawaii Laie, HI
• Developed good organizational skills
 • Assisted teachers in organizing classroom materials and set up equipment that are used to carry out lessons
• Corrected homework, tests, papers and created courses on learning management systems such as Canvas.
• Had the ability to build good working relationships with teachers and learners

Exercise Service Worker 1/2018

Brigham Young University Hawaii Laie, HI
• Practical knowledge of using and maintaining recreational equipment
• Maintained healthy cooperative relationships with colleagues and guests creating an inviting environment
• Efficient multi-tasker with solid written and verbal communication skills

Waitress/Cook 1/2018
Courtyard by Marriott Laie, HI
• Developed attentive listening communication skills to meet the needs of customers and the team
• Able to work quickly and respectfully in a fast-paced environment
• Provided prompt, courteous service; excellent customer relations and problem-solving strategies

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

TESOL Society 1/2019

Brigham Young University-Hawaii Laie, HI
• Presented in a poster presentation session for TESOL Hawaii conference
• Attended multiple lectures on teaching strategies, metacognition, grammar instruction and more

Teaching Assistant 1/2019-4/2019

Laie Elementary School Laie, HI
• Assisted with managing young children in a kindergarten classroom
• Prepared instruction materials, including making copies and setting up work areas
• Role model

Volunteer Representative 10/2015-4/2017

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints St. Petersburg, Russia
• Increased missionary effectiveness by providing training in individual communication, problem solving, and working
strategy skills
• Planned, organized and taught workshops on goal setting, relationship building, leadership skills
• Provided community service daily in retirement homes, state museums, schools and the community
• Fluent in Russian; taught English as a Second Language to community members on a weekly basis
• Assisted people in overcoming their addictions through the Addiction Recovery Program

Teaching Assistant 5/2013-2014

Academy of Ability Orlando, FL
• Assisted with instructing and teaching disabled children routine tasks
• Taught basic American Sign Language to children with Cerebral Palsy
• Created handouts and graded assignments according to the needs of the students

SKILLS

American Red Cross

• Administering Emergency Oxygen certified 12/31/2018
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED/Waterfront skills certified Laie, HI

Teaching Digital Citizenship 1/29/2019

• Certified to teach Internet safety and prepare kids to be better digital citizens Laie, HI

TESOL Certificate
• Certified to teach English professionally 4/20/2019
Laie, HI
Computer Skills
• Proficient in Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint