I have been an EFL/ESL professional since 2001. I'm a mature, responsible and experienced language teacher. I have extensive, teaching, training and consulting experience in both Korea and Japan.
I’m a Business English Language Expert. I have over 20 yrs of International business management experience. I have taught both executives and regular business students at some of the world’s leading companies. Including, Samsung, Panasonic, Epson, Kodak, Flextronics, T.P.R, and Eastern. I have specialized in Test teaching to professionals, including TOEIC, EIKEN, TOEFL, IELTS and TEPS.
I have had my TESOL certification since 2001 and have accumulated more than 7000hrs of teaching experience.
I do not require visa sponsorship, nor do I need any assistance with housing.
I do have a Japanese driving licence and can work independently without supervision.
I feel that my extensive experience combined with my calm and professional manner are skills and qualities that can enhance any position.
I have attached a copy of my resume for your review.
I look forward to discussing my experience and qualifications with you in a personal interview.
My current professional activities including on line work, sub-contracting, consulting and private lessons, allow me a level of flexibility in my scheduling.
Thank you in advance for any considerations given.
Sincerely,
Dan Costello
Name
Dan Costello
Date of Birth
Jul 9, 1966
Gender
Male
Now living in
Tagawa, Fukuoka, Japan
Nationality
Canadian
Current Visa Status
Spouse of Japanese National Visa
Intended stay in Japan
5+ (more) years
Email
robert_cosman@yahoo.com
Educational Level
College/2-Year Diploma
English Ability
Native level
English Certification
TESOL
Japanese Ability
Basic level
French Ability
Conversational level
Korean Ability
Conversational level
Specialties
Business, negotiations, staff training, supervision. Experienced in teaching, EIKEN, TOEFL, TOEIC, SSAT, SAT, TEPS. I specialize in Critical Reading and Essay Writing.
Experience
I have nine years of INTERNATIONAL TESOL experience. This includes the teaching of English to children, adults and business professionals in both Korea and Japan. I have twenty years of experience in business management, training and supervision.
I hold a Japanese Driver's Licence
Educational History
Graduation period
Jan, 1990 - Aug, 1992
School
Canadian Institute Of Business
Diploma
College Diploma/Computer Programming/Data Processing
International TESOL Certification 9/2001
NALATIE,(North American Licensing Authority Of Teaching International English). 9/2001
First Aid Certification - 1999
WHIMIS Certification - 1998
Xerox Sales Certification - 1998
Work History
Employment period
Feb, 2010 – Jul, 2010
Company Name
Owls Co., Ltd.-Japan
Position Title
High School A.L.T.
Position Description
Sub-contract position working at an area High School as an A.L.T. Duties included working closely with the School Japanese English Language Director. Designing and introducing lesson plans and targeted programs. Teaching lessons to students in all grades and at varying English language ability levels. Providing professional evaluations, testing materials and reports as requested.
Employment period
Jun, 2009 – Jan, 2010
Company Name
Berlitz-Japan
Position Title
Sub-contractor Business English Instruction
Position Description
Sub-contract position with a corporate client for Berlitz-Japan Fukuoka Language Center. I Taught Business English lessons to Corporate Students. I provided language instruction services to corporate clients on behalf of Berlitz-Japan. I followed an agreed upon schedule and curriculum and provided the students with expert level teaching, evaluation and consultation services.
Employment period
Jan, 2007 - Present
Company Name
AUSESL-Australia
Position Title
Consultant
Position Description
I work as a Program development consultant for AUSESL.COM. I assist in the development of online study programs for ESL students. I work closely with the company president to update study programs, including essay writing and test study. Advising on site development and consulting on marketing strategies.
Employment period
Apr, 2008 – Dec, 2008
Company Name
Talking Club-Korea
Position Title
Consultant
Position Description
I was a National Public Speaking and TOEFL program consultant for Talking Club in Daegu, South Korea. I consulted on the development of curriculums for student national public speaking and TOEFL programs. I selected appropriate materials and set-up a syllabus. I trained teachers and taught students in both programs.
Employment period
Mar, 2006 - Mar, 2008
Company Name
AtoZ Corporation-Japan
Position Title
Corporate Business Instructor
Position Description
I worked in Business communication instruction with corporate clients. I consulted on Technology Business presentations with corporate clients. (Clients included, Epson, Kodak, Eastern, TPR, Flextronics, Panasonic and Yamani Springs). Additional duties included working for local school boards. I developed a curriculum, and instructed elementary school students.
Employment period
Jan, 2003 - Aug, 2005
Company Name
SIJ Advanced Academy-Korea
Position Title
English Instructor
Position Description
I was teaching advanced level English students. I specialized in Critical Reading and Essay Writing, along with Public Speaking and Business Communication. Areas included were, TOEFL, TOEIC, SSAT, SAT, TEPS and LSAT, HSAT. I also instructed in the fields of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Astronomy.
Employment period
Dec, 2001 - Jan, 2003
Company Name
Samduk Employment Information Services-Korea
Position Title
Language Consultant
Position Description
I was an instructor of English and business communications to businesses, schools, academies and private individuals. I was involved in customer program development for the company as well as sales and marketing of company services to regional school boards.
