EnglishWhat type of job are you looking for? I am looking to teach English as a second language in Algeria. Knowing that Algerians are beginning to embrace English in recent years, I believe this is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to bring solid teaching experience, a mind to travel, live, and to become immersed in the Algerian community and culture as well as applying proven teaching methods to benefit Algerian residents. What nationality are you? American What languages do you speak (and at what level)? Proficient in English What country or area are you looking to work in and why? I am looking to work in Algeria. The reason I would like to teach there specifically is I know that Algerians recently have begun to have a high interest in becoming proficient in the English language. I would love to learn more about this rich culture and assist their growth through providing education in the English language and culture. What countries have you worked in? America What field do you currently work in? Education with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education What fields have you worked in before? Sales, Customer Service, Human Resources (corporate), and Education What qualifications do you hold? I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? I consider both to be equally valuable. Formal education provides citizens with a complete understanding of their area of study as well as the credentials to gain employment in various fields as well as internationally as desired. With education, a person needs a particular skill or a variety of skills to be capable and marketable for employment. A variety of both, formal education and marketable skills, provides more options in terms of gaining employment. In particular, a formal education in English will open more doors for Algerians to gain employment in a rapidly growing global economy. Describe the benefits of working with others The benefits of working with others, especially in another country and culture, would provide me with an enriched work experience as well as the ability to assist citizens of a third-world country to gain substantial marketability in the workplace and a global perception that proves to be rapidly more important in this global economy. Describe the benefits of working alone I prefer not to work alone. As an educator, my focus is to work to assist others in improving their position when seeking employment. What was your worst working experience? Honestly, I have not experienced a bad work experience. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? As an educator, the most important lesson I have learned is to assess students individually and teach to the specific deficiencies and strengths of the individual. In addition, I have learned the importance of planning as well as approaching every aspect with flexibility and ability to monitor and adjust teaching methods to include all learning styles and individual needs. Personally, I have also learned that I have a distinct interest in teaching immerging readers and learners of the English language. What unique skills do you have? Experience with teaching a variety of socio-economic groups as well as specific training in methods of teaching immerging and struggling readers. I have also recieved training in working with students and families in poverty stricken situations. As a fluent English speaker and American citizen, I can provide superior instruction in this language. With experience in Human Resources with corporations, I have knowledge and experience to assist Algerian citizens develop a partnership with American companies. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? My 'dream job' is specifically to teach English as a second language in a developing country such as Algeria. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? The most interesting aspect of the education field is to be an integral part of an individual's education and watching their growth. Also, working with families in teaching them how to enhance the education of their child is an awarding part of my field. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? The least intersting aspect of my job is probably the amount of standardized testing required of students. Although it provides a wonderful picture of the academic growth of students, it does put immense pressure on teachers to 'teach to the test' as a whole instead of spending the time on individual educational goals. How does and educator teach English as a Second Language? It has been my experience that immersion is the most effective way to teach a second language. How can potential employers contact you? Via email at kgdover@hotmail.com. After a first contact I will provide address and phone number for further communication. | 
