L. Adryn Erickson110 Saratoga Ln | Clayton, NC 27520 | 919-500-6501

l.adrynerickson@gmail.com | http://www.linkedin.com/pub/l-adryn-erickson/65/1b8/74

ASIAN BUSINESS SPECIALIST

Outgoing, creative, passionate, influencer with a positive attitude, seeking an opportunity to grow professionally in a team oriented, international environment. Skilled at motivating people to develop and accomplish a shared vision.

Fast Learner

Strong Interpersonal Skills

Inspirational Leader

Adaptable

Team Oriented

Creative Thinker

STRENGTHSFINDER® TALENTS

Connectedness • Positivity • Developer • Input • Individualization

RELEVANT SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Five years providing native English language instruction for five Japanese high schools. Responsible for choosing curriculum and developing creative programs to increase interest in both the English language and international culture awareness. Co-advisor to International Language Club.

Selected as one of 50 Tokyo Japanese Exchange Teaching (JET) Programme Orientation Assistants. Chosen from among 3000 current JET participants. As a senior JET Assistant Language Teacher (ALT), assisted with multiple positions including acting as liaison for incoming participants, staffing registration and help desk, interpreter/tour guide, and ensuring correct completion of necessary Japanese entrance and insurance forms.

Called upon at last minute to develop and present workshop at mid-year prefectural ALT seminar due to the emergency withdrawal of original presenter. Coordinated with Japanese Teacher of English (JTE) to complete lecture, materials, activities, and moderated discussion to fill two hour time slot with effective use of resources.

Restructured, rebranded, and revitalized Japanese Culture Club at Appalachian State University. Transitioning in 6 months from club Treasurer to club President, developed recruitment oriented projects and networked with Student Affairs organizations to gain the widest visibility possible among the student body. Efforts resulted in fourfold growth in club membership within one year.

Organized and funded club member trip to Washington, DC. Raised full funding for the trip via a raffle. Raffle prizes were obtained through door-to-door solicitation of local businesses. Created forms for participating businesses’ tax purposes, obtained space for raffle promotional table in student union, and organized club member participation to staff table 12 hours a day. Obtained necessary school permissions and secured additional university funding for trip. Planned all aspects of trip including budgets for travel and lodging. Spearheaded scheduling and event selection over three day weekend.

BA in Psychology with a minor in English.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Inspiring Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence, Case Western Reserve University Graduate School, via Coursera.org

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Imaichi Prefectural Senior High School, Tochigi Prefecture, JAPAN (2008-2013)

Responsible for native English instruction and programs for five Japanese high schools. With strong communication skills and an outgoing personality, motivated students to express interest in international diversity and discovery.

Organized complex international events, connecting students with native English speakers in multiple countries through creative projects and programs.

Organized events between native English speakers living in Japan and local Japanese international organization to facilitate and maintain international communication.

Chadi Farms, Inc., Valle Crusis, NC (2007)

Volunteer opportunity at local riding stable while learning customer service skills, interpersonal skills and apply learned teaching skills. Served as summer riding camp counselor, taught horseback riding and led trail rides. Took reservations and worked in farm store.

Lone Star Steakhouse, Boone, NC (2006-2007)

Worked as server while in college. A great environment to hone customer service skills, teamwork skills and increase the ability to multi-task especially during peak hours.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian College Laurinburg, NC (2003-2005)

Dorm Student Resident Advisor, mailroom clerk, college bookstore staff

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

BA, Psychology, minor in English, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC

Creative Writing major, St. Andrews Presbyterian College, Laurinburg, NC

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