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Information About Sarah:

Personal Description:

Sarah C. Hudson
10 Primrosehill Gardens
AB24 4EQ Aberdeen




OBJECTIVE: Seeking work as a tutor in the Aberdeen area

WORK EXPERIENCE:
** Long-term Supply Teacher, Kemnay Academy, Feb 07-Jun 07. Taught French and German to secondary pupils on a temporary basis.

** German and French Teacher, Elkhart Community School Corporation, 2003-2006
Taught all levels of German and French to high school students. Organized and led trips to Chicago, and took students to Germany every summer. Regularly used the white board, PowerPoint presentations, and my own website to supplement instruction.

** Freelance technical translator, Midwest Tool & Cutlery, 2005-present
Translated marketing documents from English to French and Spanish

** Associate Instructor, Indiana University South Bend, 1999-2005
Taught Threshold Seminar, and Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages to university students. Instrumental in the design and delivery of both courses. Reviewed and selected textbooks, designed course materials and wrote examinations. Lectured, engaged students in intellectual conversation, trained them to use university software, graded papers, and submitted all reports in a timely manner.

** Senior Payroll and Benefits Manager, Patriot Homes, Inc., Elkhart, IN, 1999-2001.
Processed payroll for approximately 500 senior management and corporate employees. Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 2000 employees. Responsible for the contracting and administration of benefits to all employees. Wrote procedures for compliance with employment legislation. Trained management on employee relations and benefits issues. Budgeted for the department. Managed the employee leave program. Supervised 6 employees.

** Director of Human Resources, South Bend Clinic, South Bend, IN, 1997-1999
Researched and authored the first personnel handbook. Updated and systematized the employee compensation program. Recruited all new employees, and played a key role in employee disciplinary action and terminations. Initiated a formalized employee appraisal system. Held frequent and regular management training sessions, and advised managers on employee relations issues. Maintained all employee records, administered the departmental budget and ensured a smooth transition to a computerized personnel system.

** Hospital Administrator (Captain), US Air Force, 1992-1996
Coordinated work with local and state government officials. Held televised briefings to inform retiree community of their hospital benefits. Held numerous town-hall meetings to educate families on their rights and responsibilities regarding hospital care. Took and passed the DoD Proficiency Exam in German. Served as a translator for NATO dignitaries visiting the Air Force base. Responsible for all hospital medical records, patient relations, health insurance benefits, appointments, public relations and hospital supply. Trained, evaluated, disciplined and promoted staff. Supervised 15 staff members.

Teaching Experience:

** Long-term Supply Teacher, Kemnay Academy, Feb 07-Jun 07. Taught French and German to secondary pupils on a temporary basis.

** German and French Teacher, Elkhart Community School Corporation, 2003-2006
Taught all levels of German and French to high school students. Organized and led trips to Chicago, and took students to Germany every summer. Regularly used the white board, PowerPoint presentations, and my own website to supplement instruction.

** Associate Instructor, Indiana University South Bend, 1999-2005
Taught Threshold Seminar, and Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages to university students. Instrumental in the design and delivery of both courses. Reviewed and selected textbooks, designed course materials and wrote examinations. Lectured, engaged students in intellectual conversation, trained them to use university software, graded papers, and submitted all reports in a timely manner.

Tutoring Approach:

My approach to tutoring is much like my approach to teaching. It is important for students to have fun while learning. My lessons are highly varied and lively, incorporating various types of media and subject-matter into each session. I also maintain consistent, high expectations, and check often for feedback. My personality is warm and encouraging, yet I seek excellent results.

Qualifications:

• GTCS registered in German, French, Spanish and Economics
• Licensed in the USA to teach all four subjects
• MS in secondary education
• BA in German, Economics, French and Spanish

Further Information:

Availability:	Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring:	Travels to you / Online
References Supplied?	Yes
Current DBS/CRB Check?	Yes
Additional Languages Spoken:	French, German, Spanish