Experience Summary
RELEVANT WORK AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Intern, United Nations, Minsk, Belarus (Summer 2017)
• Translated legal documents from English to Russian and vice versa that became a part of the national legislature on strengthening the role of the Parliament in the implementation of SDGs
• Assisted in developing a national initiative to support people with mental health issues
• Developed a concept of the Belarusian United Nations Association and created a network of interested civil society organizations
Public Relations Intern, National Olympic Committee, Minsk, Belarus (Summer 2016)
• Retrieved articles from the International Olympic Committee media sources, translated them into Russian and Belarusian, and published them on the NOC Belarus official website
• Translated and edited photograph album "Sports Belarus" and researched information about the biggest sports arenas in the country
Teaching Assistant, Shaxi Middle School, Shaxi, China (Fall 2014)
• Bolstered students’ confidence in English language by planning and delivering curriculum for 5th graders
• Enhanced computer and writing skills of students from rural areas
Teaching Assistant, Dandelion school, Beijing, China (Spring 2012)
• Taught English as a Second Language to children from migrant families
Teaching Style
Enthusiastic skilled ESL and Russian Language Tutor dedicated to creating an enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students while focusing on their individual needs.
Has extensive work experience in translating and teaching foreign languages to students of various backgrounds and language proficiency. Won multiple international academic competitions in Russian language and literature as a high school student. Received an award from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for promoting Russian language and culture across the world.
Other Comments
SKILLS
Native Russian speaker
Extensive English grammar knowledge
Intercultural communications experience
Attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Prezi, Image-Now, Photoshop
EDUCATION
American University, School of International Service (SIS), Washington, D.C.
Master of Arts expected Dec. 2019, Global Governance, Politics, and Security Program
Dean’s Award Recipient
St. Lawrence University (SLU), Canton, New York
Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Dec. 2017
Government Major (concentration in International Relations), Economics Minor and Chinese Studies Minor, GPA: 3.75 out of a possible 4.0
Honors: Davis United World College Scholar, Deans List, Professor J. Ansil Ramsay Award Recipient (Government Department, Spring 2014), F?? National Honor Society for Liberal Arts and Sciences Member, ?S? National Political Science Honor Society Member, ??? National Leadership Honor Society Member