ALEXANDER L. RUSSELL, III
2495 Lakeside Drive, Frederick, MD 21702
(240)772-6607 SkipRussell.1982@gmail.com

Hello, my name is Skip Russell. I am a trained ESL teacher from the United States with certifications and over two years teaching experience, and I would like a new job placement with adult students.

I am well mannered with a positive attitude. My goal is to give every student a smile and increased confidence and skill in the English language. I am 36 years old, have a thorough liberal arts education, speak basic Spanish and have a love for languages.

I studied philosophy at a well-recognized university in my region and received two teaching certificates while in Australia and China. To illustrate my education further, I have a broad vocabulary, use correct grammar and speak with a clear, reputable accent like the news broadcasters do.

I have traveled extensively, meeting with people from all over the world, giving me an experienced and tolerant international perspective. I have largely eliminated social misunderstandings through patient communication skills resulting in success running my own music and teaching businesses.

Teaching is now my primary and only business focus. I am excited and honored to again help students achieve their goals. Ideally, I would like no more than 20 class hours per week, be provided accommodation, airfare, a competitive salary and be assured all classes are with adults. What are you able to offer?

I hope this letter finds you well. If there is anything I can do to assist you in this process, please let me know, and I will do everything possible. Thank you very much for your time, and I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,
Alexander (Skip) Russell

ALEXANDER L. RUSSELL, III
2495 Lakeside Drive, Frederick, MD 21702
(240)772-6607 SkipRussell.1982@gmail.com

SUMMARY
Entrepreneur, English Teacher, Music Composer, Philosopher, Athlete. Private adult business and conversational ESL lessons for individuals and groups in China and Mexico. Recruited and lead students into perceivable improvement in language fluency.

WORK HISTORY
ESL Instructor – Mexico City, Mexico -- Hong Kong, China 2010 -- 2015
Private Lessons
• Honed lessons to match proficiency level and primary goal such as job placement, basic conversational and TOEIC/IELTS test preparation
• Employed TESOL methodology of heavy student vocal participation, working in pairs, arranging student presentations, drilling multi-person dialogues, expanding vocabulary and improving grammar precision

Pan American Metals of Miami – Miami Beach, Florida, USA Summer 2012
Financial Sales Representative
• In depth study of the precious metals market including historical financial research of gold and silver
• Accurately predicted market movement resulting in trading profits

Professional Musician – Connecticut, USA 1999 -- 2010
Composition, Piano, Guitar, Bass, Percussion
• Classically trained pianist, rock and jazz percussionist and pop music composer with over 20 years experience in amateur and professional performances

Ching’s Table – New Canaan, Connecticut, USA Spring 2003
Restaurant Host
• Greeted and seated guests, received and booked reservation requests

YMCA – New Canaan, Connecticut, USA Winter 2000
Volunteer
• Security and administrative assistance for youth group activities related to equipment, music and gym access

EDUCATION

Fairfield University – Fairfield, Connecticut, USA
Four years completed with unfinished BA in Philosophy

Teach International – Brisbane, Australia Helen Doron Language Group – Wuhan, China

TESOL Certificate III Helen Doron Certification

REFERENCES
Robert D. Yaro President, Regional Plan Association YARO@rpa.org

New York, New York, USA (203)323-7320

Atilla Levai, PhD Fairfield University Mathematics Professor Atilla.levai@

Fairfield, Connecticut, USA newcanaan.k12.ct.us

(203)594-4600