I am looking for any job in the education teaching field. Ranging from Pre-School-8th grade. I am currently finishing my multiple subject teaching credential but have a BA in Liberal Studies Elementary School Teacher Education from Dominican University of San Rafael. I have just returned from teaching English in a University in Thailand, and desperately need employment!!!! If you are a private school, independent school, montessori school, or private tutoring company please contact me!!
Daniel Ballesteros
455 Dewey Blvd.
San Francisco C.A. 94116
(415) 665-2378 (h)
(415) 678-8413 ©
dballesteros@hotmail.com
Objective: To obtain a teaching position from pre-school-8th grade.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership qualities
- Head of Rajabhat Tsunami Relief effort in Lopburi, Thailand
- Participated in Dominican University Student Government (3 years)
- Dominican University Mascot
- Served as Captain of the Dominican University Tennis Team (2 years)
- Participated in the Hawaii Junior Chamber of Commerce
- Served as the President of the Hawaii Interact Community Service Club.
- Dominican University Resident Advisor (2 years)
- High School Tennis Team Captain (2 years)
· - Devoted to working with children, the future leaders of America
·Hard working and very creative
- Designed the Dominican University Haunted House (3 years)
- Children’s Winter Sing Song Choreography
·Counseling Skills.
- Trained in Peer Mediation
- Certified in C.P.R.
Education
· 1998 Konawaena High School Graduate with Honors Kealakekua, HI
· 2002 Dominican University B.A. in Liberal Studies San Rafael, CA
- Recipient of “The Veritas Cup” for service to the graduating class
- Recipient of “The Student Development Award” for school service
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2006 Dominican University MS Credential (IP) San Rafael, CA
Experience
Rajabhat University, English Professor (2003-20005) Lopburi, Thailand - English Professor for 1st-4th year University Students
- Gave teaching seminar to Thai Teachers. “Making English Fun”
- Instruction in English Writing Skills
- Instruction in Conversational English
- Speech and Public Speaking
- PowerPoint Presentations on the United States
Phra Narai Elementary School, English Teacher (2004) Lopburi, Thailand - English Games and Songs
- Conversational English Instruction
- Reading and Writing Instruction
- Listening and Speaking Skills Instruction
- Telephoning and Shopping English Skills
Thai Army Officers, English Instructor (2004) Lopburi, Thailand
- Conversational English
- Basic reading and Writing Skills
- Pronunciation Practice
Lopburi Language Institute, English Teacher (2003-2005) Lopburi, Thailand
-Instructed Elementary and Intermediate School students
-Conversational English Instruction
-English Games and Songs
Saha Chicken Corporation, Language Instructor (2005) Lopburi, Thailand -Basic Conversational English Instruction
-Public Speaking and Telephoning Skills in English
Summer Camp Instructor, West Portal Care (2003) San Francisco, CA
-Child Supervision
-Implemented curriculum in art and science
-Second and third grade Instructor
First Grade Day Care Teacher, West Portal Care (2003) San Francisco, CA
-Provided child supervision
-Planned and implemented curriculum
-Organization art and physical education activities
Tutoring Instructor for Fourth Graders (2003) San Francisco, CA
-Tutoring in the core subjects
-Math tutor
Student Teaching, West Portal Elementary School (2002) San Francisco, CA
-Planned and implemented curriculum in the first and fourth grades
-Solo teaching in the fourth grade as well as first grades
Dominican University Resident Advisor (2001-2002) San Rafael, CA
-Resident advisor for college students
-College Student Supervision
-Enforcer of College Campus Rules
Volunteer, San Pedro Elementary School (2000) San Rafael, CA
-Assisted teacher in correcting children’s papers
-Assisted children in reading short books in kindergarten and third grades
Tennis Instructor, Dominican University Camp (2001) San Rafael, CA
-Tennis instruction and proper etiquette
Program Aide, Honaunau After School Program (1996-1998) Kona, HI
-Tutored children in the core subjects
-Instructed students in tennis methods
Tennis Instructor, Bondallion Tennis Camp (1997) Kona, HI
-Instructed students in proper tennis skills and etiquette
-Helped provide supervision throughout the camp
Activities
· Community Service Projects.
-Head of Tsunami Relief Effort in Thailand/Canned Food Drive
-Worked with the Hawaii Rotary Club on Service projects
-Distributed food in Soup Kitchens/Kona, Hawaii
-Held Drinking and Driving Awareness signs during the holidays
-Volunteer for the Ironman race in Hawaii
-Collected donations for Toys for Tots
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Dear Sir or Madam,
I am pleased to submit my application for teaching positions. I am looking forward to this challenging position and feel well prepared for the challenges ahead. The enthusiasm and energy that I exhibit everyday is evident in my teaching style and will play an intricate role in my student’s improvement and success.
“You have a very winning way with students and a bit of theatrical talent. Students really respond to your sense of humor,” stated my Dominican University student teaching supervisor. I have always been passionate about working with children and have constantly found myself wanting to make a difference in a child’s life. Working in after school programs, doing community service projects, babysitting, teaching abroad, and coaching tennis have really given me the experience that I need to become a skillful leader and teacher. Over the years I have acquired the skills needed to become a good teacher, a positive attitude, patience, kindness, organization, heart and most of all the willingness to devote my life to shaping the lives of children. My humble attitude and ability to take criticism constructively are very important for my professional development. A never say die attitude and my constant enthusiasm will keep me to excel in the education field for years to come.
My goal as your teacher is to create an environment for learning that is challenging and forces students to think critically. Guiding these students on a learning adventure and providing a safe and nurturing environment will be my primary goal. The world is full of bright colors, numbers, letters, sights, and sounds waiting to be explored by our little adventurers. Enjoying learning is a big part of my philosophy and I will do my best to make sure children are academically challenged and motivated to succeed. My respect for young children will help create an atmosphere of caring, delight; wonder and excitement that will help your school become a stimulating place where children as well as my career can flourish. Thank you for your time and consideration of my application. I will be available for an interview at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Daniel H. Ballesteros
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