Joe Berben
Teacher and Social Worker
Muang Si Sattanak, Ban Pa Po, Nuay 09, House Number 153/9, Vientiane,Lao People's Democratic Republic
Summary
English Teacher with talent for developing and implementing coursework focused on vocabulary development and oral skills. Committed to driving student engagement and understanding using thought-provoking discussions, excelling at exciting and motivating students, with strong problem-solving abilities and ability to plan, manage and execute project-based work.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Primary School English Teacher
Lycée Français International de Vientiane
Vientiane , Laos
2020.09 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans and content covering required course topics.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Developed overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
English Language Teacher
Singapore Mission School - 5N Plus
Vientiane , Laos
2019.09 - 2022.06
- Tutored and assisted the staff at 5N Plus, a company producing specialty semiconductors and performance materials.
- The objective was to increase their English language comprehension and mastery.
- Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension of English language.
- Performed data entry to input student grades and attendance records with Excel.
Proofreader
Singapore Mission School
Vientiane , Laos
2020.05 - 2020.06
- Proofreading dissertations from master students at Dong Dok University and Hanoi University of Public Health.
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Managed finished works and version edits for comprehensive record of each file.
English Language Teacher
English House Vientiane
Vientiane , Laos
2015.09 - 2019.01
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, and language comprehension.
Social Studies Teacher
Australia International School
Vientiane , Laos
2015.09 - 2018.06
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
English Language Teacher
Sengsavanh School and Lao International School
Vientiane , Laos
2014.09 - 2015.06
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, and oral skills.
English Language Teacher
English House
Nha Thrang , Vietnam
2011.08 - 2013.12
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, and oral skills.
Machine Operator and Waiter
Multiple farms and restaurants in Australia, Belgium and Canada
2007.01 - 2011.06
Sales Representative
Lilas Insurance Company Belgium and Euphony Benelux
Leuven , Belgium
2006.09 - 2007.06
- Created professional sales presentations to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Managed and developed my own sales team
Social Worker
SWAB Mechelen
Mechelen , Belgium
2005.08 - 2006.08
- Assisted in developing a two-year strategy to make the organization more efficient, based on the needs of the children, the organization’s financial capacities, and the socio – economical context of the neighborhood.
- Helped to set up a multicultural festival in a deprived area where racism, prejudice and poverty thrived.
- Interviewed target groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Advocated for client rights and sought solutions
Voluntary Worker
Multiple Belgian organizations
, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Spain
2002.01 - 2007.08
- Volunteered with groups and organizations as an entertainer.
- During a 3 months traineeship in 2003 I learned how to work with socially vulnerable children and how to analyze and develop community structures. A second traineeship took place in 2004 and lasted 5 months.
Education
Certificate - International Development
Belgian Department of Foreign Affairs
Brussels 2006.09 - 2007.06
Bachelor of Social Studies -
European University College Brussels
Brussels 2000.09 - 2005.07
Skills
Classroom management
undefinedTimeline
Primary School English Teacher
Lycée Français International de Vientiane
2020.09 - Current
Proofreader
Singapore Mission School
2020.05 - 2020.06
English Language Teacher
Singapore Mission School - 5N Plus
2019.09 - 2022.06
English Language Teacher
English House Vientiane
2015.09 - 2019.01
Social Studies Teacher
Australia International School
2015.09 - 2018.06
English Language Teacher
Sengsavanh School and Lao International School
2014.09 - 2015.06
English Language Teacher
English House
2011.08 - 2013.12
Machine Operator and Waiter
Multiple farms and restaurants in Australia, Belgium and Canada
2007.01 - 2011.06
Sales Representative
Lilas Insurance Company Belgium and Euphony Benelux
2006.09 - 2007.06
Certificate - International Development
Belgian Department of Foreign Affairs
2006.09 - 2007.06
Social Worker
SWAB Mechelen
2005.08 - 2006.08
Voluntary Worker
Multiple Belgian organizations
2002.01 - 2007.08
Bachelor of Social Studies -
European University College Brussels
2000.09 - 2005.07
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