Luis Partosa
About Me
Introduction:
Teaching for me is akin to a computer with internet access-- It can be a lifechanging tool when applied correctly. However, in the wrong hands, it can also become a colossal waste of time. As a younger student I studied in over 7 different schools, including one year in Australia, and 4 college years at the top university in the Philippines where I got my degree. I've studied under some of the best and worst the system has to offer. Because of this, I know that there is a world of difference between knowing something, and being able to effectively impart that knowledge to others in such a way that they will be able to realistically apply what is taught to them.
I have been both a student and a teacher all my life. As a senior in high school, I tutored a small group of public school children in basic English and math over the course of 5 months. Since I was a senior member of the track and field team, I would teach newer recruits how to improve their running and athletic skills every afternoon. Since my senior year in college I have been employed by an online Business English school in Japan. Over the past 6 months I have been training dozens of Japanese professionals in effective use of the English language.
I believe that one
skill that is used every day is infinitely better than an entire textbook
memorized for a test and forgotten the next week. While all approaches to
learning have their place, I am interested in emphasizing those that have the
best chance of interesting the student personally, allowing them to see the
value of the material being presented, and empowering them to continue their
own education outside the classroom.
Education
UNI-Prep Institute
TEFL Certificate (120 hours completed)
June 2017
University of The Philippines Diliman
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Dean's Lister
December 2016
Ateneo De Manila High School
High School Graduate, Silver Honors
March 2012
Beacon International School
Middle School, Scholar
March 2008
Experiences
Business English Teacher
Bizmates Inc.
October 2016 to Current
Taught Japanese professionals business English every day, average of 4-6 lessons a day for almost a year. Over 1000 online one-on-one lessons taught to hundreds of students with ages ranging from 20-60+. High client feedback, with many regular students, and a company trainer rating of 4.83/5.00.
Demonstrated ability to work well with non-native speakers, foreigners, and adults of all ages.
Training and Membership Committee Member
UP Marine Biological Society, University of the Philippines
August 2015 to Current
Responsibilities include regular overseeing of training and induction of new organization members. Regularly interacts with new members, and helps plan events including social events and dives. Demonstrated the ability to adjust, and work with new people every semester.
Organization Mentor and Guardian
University of the Philippines Investment Club
August 2015 to December 2015
Assisted and mentored a small group of seven peers through club lessons and application process. Was responsible for familiarizing them with the organization and each other, as well as creating a sense of community. Each of them went on to be inducted into the organization. Demonstrated ability to work with teens, young adults, and people of similar age.
Running Team Trainer and Member
Ateneo de Manila High School Track and Field Team
June 2011 to March 2012
Assisted in training and coaching of underclassman distance runners while still a student. Trained and taught four younger teammates how to improve in the sport. Language of instruction was English. Created programs and trained them five times a week for two years. Demonstrated practical uses of English outside the academic world
Camp Facilitator
Kamp Pagkakaisa Inc.
April 2010 to May 2013
Facilitated yearly summer camp for children with special needs for 4 years. Participated in intensive full-day activities which integrated language, crafts, music, and games. Created lasting impressions and worked well with students and co-volunteers alike. Showed good team skills.
Teacher to Young Scholars
Ateneo High School, Tulog Dunong
June 2010 to March 2011
Created weekly lesson plans and activities for six months, instructed a group of four grade 4 scholars in English and Math. Each student passed their grade level, and some were accepted in top high schools in the Philippines. Demonstrated ability to provide practical results.