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Charles (Kip) Tally Boahn

English Teacher | IT Support Oxford School for English
Babenbergergasse 1 Zwettl, Niedersterreich 3910 Austria kboahn@gmail.com Current Employer: Current Project: http://www.oxfordschool.de http://www.virtlantis.com http://meinenglischtrainer.de w: 0043-676-662-0453 m: 0043-676-482-4640 o: 0049-175-201-0293

Work History
Self-Employed
Throughout Germany & Austria Present

Freelance English Teacher (In-House Training & Online)

Currently available for teaching work throughout Austria and Germany. I am especially interested in offering intensive workshops or seminars to persons interested in learning Business English, Computer English, Technical English, etc. I am likewise interested in any work related to e-learning. Please send any inquiries to: kboahn@gmail.com

Oxford School for English (Germany & Austria)

2001 - Present

English Teacher (Presence-Based & Online) | Webmaster | IT Support

School Expansion & Transition Support Assisted with Move to New Premises Co-designed New Course Formats & Classroom Layouts Recruited Teachers and Provided Relocation Support (airport pick-up, apartment finding, city and school orientation, work permit acquisition, etc.) Prepared & Equipped School Office & Teacher Resource Room Expanded, Upgraded and Maintained School Computer Lab Helped with Miscellaneous Administrative Errands Liaison Between Teaching Staff and School Management Course Planning and Development Learning Content Selection and Creation Lesson Quality Assurance Allocation of Teachers to Clients Development of New Course Formats and Teaching Methods Recruitment and Training of Teaching Staff Provision of Ongoing Support to Administrators and Teachers Incorporation of E-Learning and New Media Encouraged Active Use of Learning Technologies (in and outside of the classroom) Trained Teachers to Make Use of New Teaching Tools Expanded and Developed School's Online Instruction Program Initiated and Pioneered a Virtual World Language Learning Community (see VIRTLANTIS entry above) Website Maintenance and Development Continual Development and Updating of School Websites and Social Media Sites Content and Layout Optimization Translation, Text Editing and Proofreading for School and Clients Technical and Business English Page 1 of 5

View My VisualCV Online: http://visualcv.com/kipboahn Pharmaceutical and Medical English IT and Computer English Websites and Marketing Materials Product Descriptions and Handbooks Terms and Conditions, Contracts, Disclaimers Student Texts, Summaries, Essays, Presentations and Reports Business Correspondence, etc. Presence Based and Distance Teaching Lessons: 1:1, Small Groups (2-8) and Large Groups (up to 25) Intensive Workshops and Seminars Exam Preparation: Geprfte(r) Fremdsprachenkorrespondent(in) - IHK Stuttgart London Chamber of Commerce Exams (LCCIEB) Cambridge Exams TOEIC, IELTS Individual Coaching for Special Purposes Needs Analysis and Level Assessment Progress Checks and Feedback Collection Supplementary Use of Internet Technologies Continual Online Support EFL Instruction at Further Education Institutes BBG (Berufsbildungsgesellschaft) - 3 locations: Gppingen, Nrtingen, Kirchheim* Carl Duisberg Centrum fr Fremdsprachen* Deutsche Angestellten-Akademie GFN Stuttgart GFN Mnchen In-Company Teaching Experience Allgaier Werke GmbH* Carl Stahl* Emag Group Ex-Cell-o GmbH (Now: MAG The Gobal Machine Tool Manufacturer) ADIC Germany GmbH* Deutsche Bank Dobner Metalldeckensysteme Steinbeis Transferzentrum Gelita AG Heldele GmbH Herp Ingenieure GmbH & Co.KG Hinterkopf Maschinenbau GmbH Lackfabrik Dr. Schmid GmbH & Co.KG* Saxonia-Franke GmbH & Co.KG* Schuler Pressen GmbH & Co.KG Spindelfabrik Sen* T-Systems CSM GmbH UTi Deutschland GmbH* Wackler GmbH Spedition u. Logistik* Zeller & Gmelin GmbH & Co KG* Zinser ZNL Saurer GmbH & Co. KG (now: Oerlikon Schlafhorst)* Online Company Teaching Experience Spirax-Sarco Steam Solutions (Online - Japan) Prudential Real Estate Investors (Online - Japan) *Course duration was several years - often with multiple simultaneous courses.

VIRTLANTIS (Online)
Online (e-learning) 2006 - Present

Virtual World Language Learning - Community Developer | Learning Facilitator

Language Learning and Teaching in Virtual Worlds Exploration of Numerous Virtual World Environments

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View My VisualCV Online: http://visualcv.com/kipboahn Organization of Various Types of Free (Open and Closed Format) Experimental Language Learning Activities Creation of Language Learning Groups & Communities, e.g. VIRTLANTIS Co-creation and Administration of the VIRTLANTIS Virtual World Environments (3D Simulators/ Islands) Teaching of Several Long-term EFL/ESL Classes/Activities Promotion of Language Appreciation and Intercultural Awareness Facilitation of Several Virtual World Language Learning Projects for Universities Provided Support to Numerous College Graduates & Professors (thesis, course & research related) Assisted With The Integration of the Claroline Learning Management System and Second Life Experience with OpenSim-based virtual worlds, e.g. Avination Promotion of Virtual World Language Learning/Teaching Continual Provision of Support, Resources, Demos and Q&A to Language Teachers/Learners Participation in Multiple Conferences and Discussions on the Subject of Virtual World Language Learning Promoted Virtual World Language Learning via a Multitude of Social Networks Creation and Maintenance of Forums, Blogs and Websites for Community and Language Learning

Wenatchee Valley College (USA)

Wenatchee, WA, United States Aug 1999 - Jun 2001

International Programs Assistant / Residence Hall Manager

Residence Hall Management Managed College's International Resident Dormitory Registration and Administration of All Student Residents Installed and Maintained Dorm's First Computer Lab Significantly Enhanced Look and Feel of Dorm Interior - Created a More Optimal Living/Learning Environment Helped to Resolve Resident Conflicts and Difficulties Maintained All Dormitory Facilities Cultural Exchange Program Facilitated and Carried Out Cultural and Recreational Activities for Visiting Students from Japan (e.g. city visits, cultural outings, campus tours, whitewater rafting, hiking, shopping, etc.) Liaison Between Visiting Students & International Programs Department Constant Coordination with Head of International Programs International Dormitory Room Allocation, Check-in & Preparation

AmeriCorps (USA)
WA, United States Sep 1998 - Aug 1999

VISTA Coordinator
Community Liaison and Development Primary Community Support Liaison Between K-12 School, Community and Team of Volunteers Helped Initiate and Organize Several Community Clean-up and Enhancement Projects Participated in Various Community Outreach Programs Attended Several Methodology and Skills Development Seminars Literacy, Reading and Learning Skills Improvement Worked 1:1 with Students to Improve Overall Literacy Assisted Classroom Teachers with Curriculum Organized and Participated in After-School Learning Activities, e.g. Homework Support and Crafts Offered Several After-School Recreational Activities, e.g. Soccer and Basketball Provided Mentoring to At-Risk Kids Recruited Additional Volunteers and Raised Funds

Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro (USA)
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Greensboro, NC, United States Aug 1994 - Aug 1998

Bachelor of Arts (BA), German, French, International Business

Major: German (Focus: Language, Literature & Culture; International Business) Minor: French

Fachhochschule Worms (Germany)

Worms, Germany Aug 1996 - Aug 1997

*Academic Year Abroad (University)

Focus: German Language & Culture; European Business Management

College de la Noue (France)

Eclaron, France Aug 1991 - Sep 1992

*Academic Year Abroad (High School)

Focus: French Language & Culture

Language Skills
English: Native Fluency German: Near-Native Fluency French: Advanced Fluency Spanish: Beginner Level Dutch: Beginner Level

Travel Experience
Austria* Belgium Czech Republic* England France* Germany* Italy Netherlands* Spain Switzerland The Caribbean USA* *Have lived in these countries for extended periods of time.

Interests
Active Lifelong Learning, Foreign Language Learning/Teaching, Internet Learning Technologies, ELearning, Mobile Learning, Blended Learning, Social Learning, Intercultural Awareness and Understanding, Digital Storytelling Learning/Content Management Systems, Social Networks, Virtual Worlds, Augmented Reality, Computer Repair and Troubleshooting, Web Design, Community Building, Reading and Creative Writing, Digital Photography, Videography & Machinima, Music, Walking, Hiking, Biking, Nutrition, Traveling, Family, etc.

References
Written references and contact information are available upon request.

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