Stephanie Jones

Stephanie Jones

English and American Cultural Studies Lecturer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Passionate Educator | International Relations Specialist | East Asia Expert | AI Training Enthusiast | Empowering through Knowledge and Innovation

  • Education

    • Southwest Minzu University

      2013 - 2014
      Study Abroad China

      University Studies Abroad Consortium

    • Walden University

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      Graduate Certifcate Communication and Media Studies
    • University of San Francisco

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      Master of Arts - MA East Asian Studies
    • Old Dominion University

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      Bachelor of Arts - BA East Asian Studies
    • Regent University

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      Professional Studies TESOL
    • Yeungnam University

      2012 - 2012
      Study Abroad South Korea
    • Old Dominion University

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      Professional Studies International/Global Studies
  • Experience

    • Jilin Teachers Institute of Engineering and Technology

      Mar 2015 - Jun 2016
      English and American Cultural Studies Lecturer

      Taught ESL and American culture classes to Freshmen and Sophomore students.

    • Rutgers University Newark Institute at NENU

      Aug 2016 - Aug 2017

      -Advised 150+ sophomore Chinese students on potential visa and immigration issues, maintenance of legal status, academics, cultural and personal concerns.-Presented workshops on culture shock, going abroad, and career exploration. -Created, supervised, and taught ESL curriculum to 300+ Freshman Chinese students who planned to transfer to Rutgers.-Facilitated the Sophomore Research Methods course by preparing students for intensive sessions.

      • International Education Coordinator

        Oct 2016 - Aug 2017
      • English Communications Lecturer

        Aug 2016 - Aug 2017
    • La Scuola International School

      Feb 2018 - Mar 2020

      Coordinated, marketed, planned, and implemented programming and events across 3 campuses for 300+ students. -Provided teaching coverage in 1st grade and Kindergarten on a rotating schedule. -Acted as a shadow for students with disabilities.

      • Programs Manager

        Aug 2018 - Mar 2020
      • Substitute Teacher

        Feb 2018 - Mar 2020
    • Greenville University

      May 2020 - May 2021

      -Ensured international student retention efforts by assisting students in connecting with the correct resources and providing support where needed.-Acted as a DSO by process I-20s and advising international students on federal immigration regulations. -Provided administrative support for compliance reporting, campus events, social media,website content, COVID-19 logistics, and front desk operations across various departments on campus. -Assisted in creating 4 year course schedules for all majors on campus.-Helped prepare for incoming international students

      • International Student Advisor

        Sept 2020 - May 2021
      • Shared Services Specialist

        Sept 2020 - May 2021
      • Intern

        May 2020 - Aug 2020
    • Virginia Chinese Testing and Learning Center

      Jun 2022 - Aug 2024
      Exam Monitor and Office Manager

      -Monitor HSK, HSKK, and YCT exams in person and on zoom.-Assist center by answering customer questions and sharing marketing materials.

    • Old Dominion University

      Aug 2022 - Jul 2024

      -Support the Director of Asian Studies Institute in organizing partnerships and events with local organizations in the community to promote Asian Language and Culture. -Aid students interested in Asian Studies in finding out more information on the major. -Aid professor and students in Asian History, Japanese History, and Chinese History Courses

      • Graduate Assistant for the Asian Studies Institute

        Aug 2021 - Jul 2024
      • Intern for the Office of Intercultural Relations

        Jan 2024 - Apr 2024
      • Graduate Teaching Assistant

        Aug 2022 - Apr 2024
    • Scale AI

      Apr 2023 - Sept 2024
      Operations Associate, Hire Art Contractor

      Ensure project delivery and quality. Serve as a point of contact between admin team, team leads, and contributors. Ensure that new workers on the platform are supported as they get familiarized with the platform and projects.Support workers on ongoing projects, whether their questions are project-specific or broader in nature.Build lasting & genuine communication with and among workers.Provide webinar to assists workers in learning project materials.

    • Portsmouth Public Schools

      Sept 2024 - now
      English Second Language Teacher
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • J-1 Advising Training

      NAFSA: Association of International Educators
    • International Student Recruitment Training

      NAFSA: Association of International Educators
    • 120 hour TESOL certificate

      ITTT - International TEFL & TESOL training
      Jan 2015
    • Study Abroad Advising Training

      NAFSA: Association of International Educators
    • F-1 Advising Training

      NAFSA: Association of International Educators
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Marketing Coordinator for Graduate Society of International Studies

      Issued by Old Dominion University on May 2022
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    • Global Monarch Mentor

      Issued by Old Dominion University on Jul 2021
      Old Dominion UniversityAssociated with Stephanie Jones
    • English Conversation Partner

      Issued by University of San Francisco on Aug 2017
      University of San FranciscoAssociated with Stephanie Jones
    • English Conversation Partner

      Issued by Old Dominion University on Sept 2014
      Old Dominion UniversityAssociated with Stephanie Jones
    • Global Monarch Mentor

      Issued by Old Dominion University on Jan 2013
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    • Global Monarch Mentor

      Issued by Old Dominion University on Aug 2011
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