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MARGARET GILLETT

Houston

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Education Program Developer and Native English Tea

ELIS Language Academy
8 2024 - Current
  • Analyze student performance data to assess the effectiveness of educational programs and recommend improvements to enhance learning outcomes
  • Ensure curriculum and lesson plans are updated regularly based on student progress, feedback, and new educational research
  • Oversee and guide a team of native English teachers by providing training, mentorship, and feedback on lesson delivery and classroom management
  • Lead workshops and training sessions focused on curriculum updates, teaching strategies, and professional development for the teaching staff.

Native English Teacher

ELIS Language Academy
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Taught English as a second language to students of varying ages and proficiency levels, focusing on improving speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
  • Adapted lesson content to meet the specific needs of students in the classroom, promoting a positive learning environment
  • Assessed student performance through informal evaluations and quizzes, providing constructive feedback to help them improve
  • Monitored student progress and communicated any challenges or improvements to the lead teacher or management.

Research Assistant

Korea University
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Contributed to the development of political science research focused on understanding why dictatorships choose to liberalize their economies
  • Gathered and analyzed data, reviewing relevant literature, and assisting in the development of research hypotheses and methodologies.

Private English Tutor

Self-Employed
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided one-on-one advanced lessons tailored to the diverse needs and goals of my students
  • Managed all aspects of being self-employed, including scheduling classes, communicating progress with parents (often in Korean), and handling payments
  • Catered to a wide variety of learning levels and objectives while maintaining a personalized and engaging learning environment for each student.

Research Intern (Part Time)

Committee for Human Rights in North Korea
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Wrote a research paper on the importance of Korean reunification to be published on HRNK's Hidden Gulag Blog
  • Compiled and summarized all relevant news regarding North Korea for Daily Press emails
  • Promoted live events hosted by HRNK as part of the Social Media team.

Music Camp Counselor (Part Time)

River Oaks Baptist School Summer Camp
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Planned and led music themed activities for toddlers to build basic educational skills in preparation for pre-school.

Lab Aid (Full Time)

Goodell Lab at Baylor College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Performed molecular biology manipulations, including DNA isolation, purification and analysis, PCR reactions, and gel electrophoresis
  • Obtained DNA samples and genotyping for maintenance of mouse colony
  • Developed knowledge base in laboratory instruments and application of equipment: centrifuge, gel electrophoresis, PCR cyclers, and UV imager.

Education

Master of Arts in Political Science & International Relations -

Korea University

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations - undefined

University of Rochester

Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies - undefined

University of Rochester

Languages

English
Native language
Korean
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Intermediate
B1
Afrikaans
Beginner
A1

Honnors

Korea University Global Leader Scholarship: 2022-2024

KCCLA Korean Speech Contest: 3rd Place (Advanced Division): 2021                                        

KCCLA Korean Speech Contest: Korean Cultural Award: 2020           

Le Grand Councours: The National French Contest 1st place: 2015

Projects

Women’s Power in Party-Based and Personalist Authoritarian Regimes: A Case Study of Uganda and Tanzania - Master's Thesis, Summer 2024

The Role of Information in Authoritarian Regimes: North Korea - East Asian Studies Capstone Project, Fall 2022

Korea University Short Term Intensive Language Program, Summer 2019

Timeline

Native English Teacher

ELIS Language Academy
02.2024 - 08.2024

Research Assistant

Korea University
08.2023 - 08.2024

Private English Tutor

Self-Employed
09.2022 - 08.2024

Research Intern (Part Time)

Committee for Human Rights in North Korea
05.2021 - 12.2021

Music Camp Counselor (Part Time)

River Oaks Baptist School Summer Camp
06.2019 - 07.2019

Lab Aid (Full Time)

Goodell Lab at Baylor College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2018

Education Program Developer and Native English Tea

ELIS Language Academy
8 2024 - Current

Master of Arts in Political Science & International Relations -

Korea University

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations - undefined

University of Rochester

Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies - undefined

University of Rochester

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