LAUREN
FUKUSHIMA
Sacramento, California|Skype:-D.O.B: 03/12/1993 Citizenship: USA
Objective Overview
Dedicated team player with proven excellent communication and, leadership
skills. I have 6+ years experience in management and 2+ years in education.
Seeking an opportunity to use my skills in management and education in the
best possible way for achieving the company’s goals.
Education and Certification
International TEFL Academy/May 2017
TEFL/TESOL Certificate
150 hours of coursework
30 hours of Teaching English to Young Learners and Business Professionals
20 hours of practicum
Communications Studies Bachelor of Arts/ May 2017
San Francisco State University, San Francisco, California
Major: Communications Studies, GPA: 3.65/4.0
Relevant Coursework: advanced public speaking, interpersonal communications, group
discussion and facilitation, intercultural communications
Miramonte High School/ June 2011
Orinda, California, United States
High school diploma
Work Experience
English Consultant
English Tutor for Thai Children 03/2018-Present
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Teach children to read, write and speak English
Design lesson plans and authentic material for weekly tutoring sessions- including
games and activities.
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Encourage learning with positive reinforcement.
Coordinate with parents.
Pholwitaya Bilingual School
English Teacher for Thai Children 10/2017-10/2018
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Develop and implement lesson plans designed to improve overall English proficiency
for students aged 4-20 years old. Class size range from 5-45 students.
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Administer tests and complete evaluations to assess student performance- homework,
class activities, exams, and quizzes.
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Encourage and inspire students to achieve their English proficiency goals.
Manage classroom behavior through positive assertion of authority, including activities
and motivational techniques.
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Attend weekly meetings, and contribute to the discussion.
Establish positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers, and school
administrator/staff.
Natasha Grasso Jewelry
Business Development Associate 03/2016-10/2017
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Implemented and analyzed Google Analytics based on client specific needs.
Worked closely with all product developments to create and maintain marketing
materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
Brought in new clientele.
Hired and trained all new employees.
Managed and executed event participation, including develop and manage budget,
communicate with vendors, site and suppliers to create and maintain schedule,
manage financial and operational components, coordinate even logistics and
timelines including travel arrangement, maintain submissions to social media site pages
for communication of events, etc.
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Coordinated design and placement of advertising campaigns including flyers,
brochures, and web advertisements, as well as assembled sales presentation materials.
Provided support and encouragement to company president and team members.
Market Research Intern
Iddy Biddy Fashion 02/2016-06/2016
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Produced marketing analysis from published data and statistics
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Evaluated trends forecast products
Lead market research projects. Presented results to groups.
Brand Specialist
Macy’s 07/2012-01/2013
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Led team in brand and product knowledge (Ralph Lauren, Denim, and Supply)
Trained and educated sales staff on products
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Handled unhappy customers and difficult situations in professional manner
Obtained and exceeded sales goals and quotas
Café Assistant Manager
Orinda Park Pool Café 06/2007-07/2012
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Responsible for ordering, scheduling, and inventory management, as well as hiring,
training, and supervising employees.
Motivated staff to execute an exceptional service
Ensured excellent customer service to all customers
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Managed and assisted in daily prep work
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Volunteer Experience
Elementary School Teacher’s Aide/Tutor
Elk Grove Unified School District 6/-
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Tutored children in reading and writing, groups and one to one, 8-10 years
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old (4th Grade)
Prepared reading, writing, and craft materials for classroom
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Met three times a week for the entire day
Youth Counselor
Sister to Sister Mentorship Program-
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Community program for 11-13 year old girls to better cope with and navigate today’s
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social challenges
Designed and produced annual program including creating agenda, lesson plans,
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and instructional materials
Taught various lessons
Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office Program
Group facilitation
Exceptional communicator and leader
Critical thinking and problem solving
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