LAST UPDATE: 2 December 2021
Status: Currently exclusively available for freelance contract work online (specialize in teaching English to native German speakers in Germany, Austria & Switzerland).
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Offer English language training (now exclusively online) on a freelance basis for schools and institutes throughout Austria and Germany. My specializations include IT English, Business English, Company-Specific English, Abitur/Matura English, Exam Preparation, etc.
Offered on-site in-house training on a freelance basis throughout Austria and Germany (and online) for a wide variety of employers, facilitated and maintained e-learning projects, provided online and in-person English language coaching/tutoring and various other types of language support.
Language Learning and Teaching in Virtual Worlds
Exploration of Numerous Virtual World Learning Environments
Organization of Various Types of Free (Open and Closed Format) Experimental Language Learning Activities, Creation of Language Learning Groups & Communities (see VIRTLANTIS.com)
Co-creation and Administration of the VIRTLANTIS Virtual World Environment (Immersive 3D Simulator)
Teaching of Several Long-term EFL/ESL Classes/Activities
Promotion of Language Appreciation and Intercultural Awareness
Facilitation of Several Virtual World Language Learning Projects for Universities
Provided Support to Numerous College Graduates & Professors (thesis, course & research related)
Assisted With The Integration of the Claroline Learning Management System and Second Life®
Experience with OpenSim based virtual worlds, e.g. Avination, OS Grid, etc.
Promotion of Virtual World Language Learning/Teaching
Continual Provision of Support, Resources, Demos and Q&A to Language Teachers/Learners
Participation in Multiple Conferences and Discussions on the Subject of Virtual World Language Learning
Promoted Virtual World Language Learning via a Multitude of Social Networks
Creation and Maintenance of Forums, Blogs and Websites for Community and Language Learning
School Expansion & Transition Support
Assisted with Move to New Premises
Co-designed New Course Formats & Classroom Layouts
Recruited Teachers and Provided Relocation Support (airport pick-up, apartment finding, city and school orientation, work permit acquisition, etc.)
Prepared & Equipped School Office & Teacher Resource Room
Expanded, Upgraded and Maintained School Computer Lab
Helped with Miscellaneous Administrative Errands
Liaison Between Teaching Staff and School Management
Course Planning and Development
Learning Content Selection and Creation
Lesson Quality Assurance
Allocation of Teachers to Clients
Development of New Course Formats and Teaching Methods
Recruitment and Training of Teaching Staff
Provision of Ongoing Support to Administrators and Teachers
Incorporation of E-Learning and New Media
Encouraged Active Use of Learning Technologies (in and outside of the classroom)
Trained Teachers to Make Use of New Teaching Tools
Expanded and Developed School's Online Instruction Program
Initiated and Pioneered a Virtual World Language Learning Community (see VIRTLANTIS entry above)
Website Maintenance and Development
Continual Development and Updating of School Websites and Social Media Sites
Content and Layout Optimization
Translation, Text Editing and Proofreading for School and Clients
Technical and Business English
Pharmaceutical and Medical English
IT and Computer English
Websites and Marketing Materials
Product Descriptions and Handbooks
Terms and Conditions, Contracts, Disclaimers
Student Texts, Summaries, Essays, Presentations and Reports
Business Correspondence, etc.
Presence Based and Distance Teaching
Lessons: 1:1, Small Groups (2-8) and Large Groups (up to 25)
Intensive Workshops and Seminars
Exam Preparation:
Geprüfte(r) Fremdsprachenkorrespondent(in) - IHK Stuttgart
- London Chamber of Commerce Exams (LCCIEB)
- Cambridge Exams
- TOEIC, IELTS
Individual Coaching for Special Purposes
Needs Analysis and Level Assessment
Progress Checks and Feedback Collection
Supplementary Use of Internet Technologies
Continual Online Support
English Instruction and/or Assistance for Educational Institutes, Universities, Educators/Professors, etc.
* VWLL = Virtual World Language Learning
In-Company/Institute/Agency Teaching Experience
Online Company/Institute Teaching Experience
* = Course duration was one to several years - often with simultaneous courses.
Additional Relevant Experience
In-Class Smart Board Use (+ various other learning technologies - hardware & software)
Residence Hall Management
Managed College's International Resident Dormitory
Registration and Administration of All Student Residents
Installed and Maintained Dorm's First Computer Lab
Significantly Enhanced Look and Feel of Dorm Interior - Created a More Optimal Living/Learning Environment
Helped to Resolve Resident Conflicts and Difficulties
Maintained All Dormitory Facilities
Cultural Exchange Program
Facilitated and Carried Out Cultural and Recreational Activities for Visiting Students from Japan (e.g. city visits, cultural outings, campus tours, whitewater rafting, hiking, shopping, etc.)
Liaison Between Visiting Students & International Programs Department
Constant Coordination with Head of International Programs
International Dormitory Room Allocation, Check-in & Preparation
Community Liaison and Development
Primary Community Support Liaison Between K-12 School, Community and Team of Volunteers
Helped Initiate and Organize Several Community Clean-up and Enhancement Projects
Participated in Various Community Outreach Programs
Attended Several Methodology and Skills Development Seminars
Literacy, Reading and Learning Skills Improvement
Worked 1:1 with Students to Improve Overall Literacy
Assisted Classroom Teachers with Curriculum
Organized and Participated in After-School Learning Activities, e.g. Homework Support and Crafts
Offered Several After-School Recreational Activities, e.g. Soccer and Basketball
Provided Mentoring to At-Risk Kids
Recruited Additional Volunteers and Raised Funds
Major: German (Focus: Language, Literature & Culture; International Business) Minor: French
Focus: German Language & Culture; European Business Management
Focus: French Language & Culture
References are available on request as well as on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kipboahn/
Austria*, Belgium, Czech Republic*, England, France*, Germany*, Italy, Netherlands*, Spain, Switzerland, The Caribbean, USA* (* = Have lived in these countries for extended periods of time.)
Active Lifelong Learning, Foreign Language Learning/Teaching, Internet Learning/Teaching Technologies, Mobile Learning, Intercultural Awareness and Understanding, Virtual Worlds for Language Learning, Computer Repair and Troubleshooting, Retro Tech, Web Design, Linux, Videography & Machinima, Self-Development, History, Geography, Geopolitics, Philosophy, Culture, Music, Walking/Hiking, Camping, etc.
English: Native Fluency
German: Advanced Fluency
French: Advanced Fluency
Spanish: Pre-Intermediate
Dutch: Pre-Intermediate
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