Sean Dolan

Experience

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  Jungbu Academy

  Aug 2010 - Jul 2011

  English Teacher

  As the sole native English-speaking teacher during the academy’s founding year, taught English as a second language to Korean students (aged 5 through adult) while developing academy’s curriculum.

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  Sogang University

  Dec 2012 - Dec 2013

  Writing Tutor, Sogang University Center for Writing

  Provided one-on-one English writing tutoring sessions to 8 to 12 Korean university students a week, coaching students on editing English resumes, cover letters, and school assignments.

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  Korea Institute for National Unification

  Dec 2012 - Feb 2013

  Editorial Intern

  Served as the primary proofreader and editor of the English edition of KINU’s book titled China’s Domestic Politics and Foreign Policies and Major Countries’ Strategies toward China.

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  International Studies Abroad (ISA)

  Apr 2014 - Dec 2020

  Resident Director (Sep 2018 – Dec. 2020), Associate Director (Dec 2017 – Aug 2018)Responsible for overall administration of ISA study abroad programs in Seoul - Led 500+ students and 15-20 individual programs a year, traveling throughout South Korea - Supervised a team of four in-country staff members to plan and implement student activities and excursions; maintained relationships with Korean university partners, and coordinated with US staff;Oversaw health and safety management for all programs, including on-call emergency responses; - At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in February 2020, was responsible for evacuating 120 students from South Korea to the United States in a period of a few days.Managed budgets ($1 Million+ per year) and expense reporting for all ISA programs in South Korea. Show less

  • Resident Director, Seoul

    Dec 2017 - Dec 2020

  • Program Manager

    Apr 2014 - Nov 2017
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  Evertran

  Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

  English Editor

  Proofread, and edited Korean to English translations for a wide array of materials including advertisements, product manuals, corporate training documents, and public-facing websites;Successfully completed over 70 translation projects, meeting expectations of a diverse set of clients while following tight deadlines.

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  Crimson Education

  Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

  Extracurriculars Project Manager

  Researched extracurricular & leadership (ECL) activities and guided students in selecting ECL opportunities and building experience to enhance their college admission prospects;Administered three major group student competitions, including a silver-medal winning STEM team;Mentored up to 20 high school students at a time, and provided guidance for students’ writing.

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  GW Institute for Korean Studies

  Sept 2021 - Apr 2024

  Program Manager

  Developed and implemented 50+ academic and policy programs and events a year, including an annual two-week study abroad program in South Korea, six-week North Korea policy workshop, year-long undergraduate research program, annual publication, and dozens of closed-door and public events.Simultaneously managed between 5-6 programs at a time and ensured high-profile speakers’ needs were met, even when dealing with multiple bureaucratic organizations.Directly managed three student workers and indirectly supervised one full-time staff member to support program logistics, website, and promotions; mentored and train new staff;Expanded study abroad by building partnership with Spelman College to diversify students and identified new Korean institutions to enhance learning. Led first trip post-COVID pandemic and one additional time (ten students and one faculty member).Monitored and oversaw the institute’s expenditures and annual budget, managing multiple grants and funding from both international and domestic sources, totaling over $1 million+ in revenue. - Monitored expenses on two major grants and multiple minor grants, successfully remaining within budget on all projects and ensuring sponsor funds are spent as planned.Worked with the institute’s leadership to develop grant proposals, produce annual reports for sponsors, and to establish and maintain relationships with domestic and international partners. - Received an “A” rating for two consecutive years from major sponsor for grant performance Show less

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  Elliott School of International Affairs

  Apr 2024 - now

  Assistant Programs Director: Asian Studies Suite

  I oversee finances, grants, fellowships, and administrative matters for the Asian Studies Suite at the George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs. I work with the Sigur Center for Asian Studies, GW Institute for Korean Studies, East Asia National Resource Center, and Asian Studies faculty to administer our various programs and manage funding for ESIA's Asia-related activities.