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Anthony Kazanjian is seeking an MA in TESOL from Monterey Institute of International Studies. He has extensive experience teaching English in intensive programs, individually, and for non-profits in Thailand, Japan, and the US. His resume highlights his ability to develop curriculum, collaborate with others, and adapt his teaching style based on student needs and feedback. He has certificates in TESOL and Japanese proficiency and recommends two former supervisors.

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Anthony Kazanjian is seeking an MA in TESOL from Monterey Institute of International Studies. He has extensive experience teaching English in intensive programs, individually, and for non-profits in Thailand, Japan, and the US. His resume highlights his ability to develop curriculum, collaborate with others, and adapt his teaching style based on student needs and feedback. He has certificates in TESOL and Japanese proficiency and recommends two former supervisors.

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Anthony Kazanjian

500 Belden St. Apartment 7


Monterey, CA 93940
[email protected]
(831) 383 9473

EDUCATION

MA – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Expected 12/2011


Monterey Institute of International Studies

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Intensive English Program August 2nd, 2010-September 24th, 2010


Summer-long program for international students Monterey, CA
Developed, planned, and taught content-based courses for groups of students from Japan.
 Collaborated with fellow teachers on lesson planning and syllabus design.
 Developed project-based courses with a strong focus on intercultural understanding.
 Designed an English for Specific Purposes course for undergraduate science majors.

Custom Language Services 6/2010-7/2010


Individualized programs tailored to client needs Monterey, CA
Customized and taught an academic English class for a private client.
 Worked one on one with client to improve discussion, speech, and presentation skills.
 Tailored the course content, syllabus, and assignments to fit the client needs.

English Teacher
American University Alumni (AUA) 2/2008-12/2009
A non-profit private language school Chiangmai, Thailand
Planned and taught English conversation classes to students at false-beginners to advanced levels.

 Consistently engaged students in interactive and fun activities to increase motivation.


 Provided implicit feedback designed to elicit correct responses from students and
increase autonomy.
 Created a needs-based, theme-based curriculum for students at diverse proficiency
levels to increase confidence before an international astronomy conference.
 Improved classroom management skills by reflecting on, incorporating, and adapting
teaching style based on supervisor feedback.

Assistant Language Teacher


JET Program 8/2005-7/2007
A cultural and teaching exchange program Nagasaki, Japan
Assisted the Japanese teacher of English in two community junior high schools in addition to teaching
at four elementary schools.
 Fostered an active, friendly, and energetic classroom atmosphere using songs, games,
and physical response activities for elementary schoolchildren.
 Created a library of resources for subsequent elementary school English teachers.
 Wrote, filmed, and edited a series of creative videos designed to engage students and
increase motivation.
Volunteer

Network for Environmental and Economic Development 2-7/2009


An NGO for sustainable agricultural development in Burma. Chiangmai, Thailand
Planned and taught weekly English lessons to a group of participants from various ethnic
backgrounds within Burma.

 Provided dynamic and communicative tasks and instruction despite limited materials
and resources.
 Adapted to a different culture’s learning styles and helped guide them to develop
more learner autonomy.

Specialized Skills

Languages:
 Japanese – Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 2
Computer:
 MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint
 Extensive experience using audio/video recording equipment and software such as
Logic Express, iMovie, and Garageband.

Certificates and Awards


 TESOL Certificate, School for International Training, December 2007
 Merit Scholarship, Monterey Institute of International Studies, Spring 2010

REFERENCES

Siobhan Dean, Lead Teacher


AUA, Chiang Mai [email protected]

Kathleen Bailey
Monterey Institute of International Studies [email protected]

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