Hi, I’m
Robert Bowley
Hanoi,Vietnam
Overview
33
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Education
College of St. RoseAlbany, New York
Master of Education from Secondary Education
01.1991
Syracuse University Utica College CampusUtica, New York
Bachelor of Arts from British and American Literature
01.1989
Certification
Arizona Department of Education, 2018-2031
Standard Professional Secondary 6-12 English Language Arts
Personal Information
- Citizenship: USA
- Family Status: Single
- Title: English Language Arts Teacher/College Counselor
Languages
English
Native language
Japanese
Proficient
C2
Work History
St. Paul American School
9th-grade English Language Arts/AP English Language and Composition Instructor
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Developed and implemented a vertically aligned 9th-grade English Language Arts and AP English Language and Composition curricula strategically designed to meet the distinct needs of non-native English speakers, ensuring both language mastery and academic success.
- 70% of students showed significant increases in language and reading scores on MAP testing.
Imagine Prep Surprise
Cambridge Curriculum Global Perspectives Instructor
01.2018 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Instructed Cambridge Curriculum Aligned Global Perspectives Courses and elective courses in World Cultures and Geography, fostering a deeper understanding of diverse societies.
- 90% of students surveyed indicated a strong desire to travel overseas in the future.
Glendale Preparatory Academy
College Counselor
01.2017 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Oversaw college search and admissions process achieving 100% college acceptance rate, engaging with over 75 visiting college representatives, and delivering informational presentations for parents on college admission.
BASIS Schools
Head of School BASIS Goodyear
01.2015 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Appointed as the founding educational leader of a new BASIS School, establishing its foundational traditions while driving a 75% growth in student enrollment within two years. 100% of students tested passed the Arizona State Standards Exam.
BASIS Schools
AP English Language Teacher/College Counselor BASIS Chandler
01.2011 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Designed innovative BASIS.ed curriculum lessons, while also leading the college admissions process-providing personalized guidance to juniors and seniors, crafting tailored recommendations, and presenting in-depth information to parent groups.
- Liaised with over 150 college admissions representatives building a strong network of contacts in the college admissions community.
- Guided over 150 students to a 100% college acceptance rate over 3 years resulting in over $40,000,000 of scholarship offers from various colleges and universities.
- Students received offers from all Ivy League colleges and top-ranked colleges including the US Naval Academy and The University of Oxford.
Self-Employed
Independent English Language Consultant
01.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Delivered personalized English language consultations, guiding over 100 clients toward their career goals, and supporting over 30 students through the American college application process.
Disney's World of English
Children's Academy National Manager
01.2007 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Spearheaded nationwide development and expansion of Children's Academy lessons based on Disney's World of English, growing from a single location to over 10 classrooms.
Sakura no Seibo Junior-Senior High School
English as a Second Language Teacher
01.1999 - 01.2007
Job overview
- Crafted and delivered dynamic, engaging English lessons that inspired students from elementary through high school.
Miyagi Gakuin Junior-Senior High School
English as a Second Language Teacher
01.1996 - 01.1999
Job overview
- Instructed Junior and Senior High School students in English as a Second Language, fostering their language skills and cultural understanding
- Established a unique study abroad program.
Japan Exchange Teaching (JET) Programme
Assistant English Language Teacher
01.1992 - 01.1995
Job overview
- Collaborated with Japanese teachers to enrich English language education through interactive and engaging lessons
- Promoted cultural exchange and fostered cross-cultural understanding.
Skills
- Class Instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Student Engagement
- Instructional Techniques
- Technology Integration
- Differentiated Instruction Techniques
- Japanese Language Fluency JLPT Level 1
- Japanese Translation
- Artificial Intelligence Education Tools Proficiency (Brisk, Diffit Quizziz, EduaideAI, Khanmigo)
- Google and Microsoft Suites of Software Proficiency (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Classroom, Forms, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher)
- Video, Photo, and Audio Editing Software Proficiency (Cyberlink PowerDirector, Apple iMovie, Corel Video Studio, Photoshop, Photo Director, Audacity, Audio Director)
- Creative Writing/School Profile Creation
- Overseas Study Program Organization
Additionalresponsibilities
- Model United Nations Director
- Baseball Coach
- Public Speaking Coach and Presenter
- Podcasting Club
- Chaired various committees (Admissions, International Education, College and Career Readiness, Study Abroad)
- Event Organizer/Coordinator
References
- Mr. TJ Shiers, Principal, St. Paul American School Hanoi, hs.principal@stpaulhanoi.com
- Dr. Myong "Moo" Hwan Eiselstein, Executive Director, St Paul American School Hanoi, executive.director@stpaulhanoi.com
- Mr. Gus Marantos, College Counselor, St. Paul American School Hanoi, gus.marantos@stpaulhanoi.com
- Mr. Chris McComb, Former Principal, Imagine Prep Surprise, mccomb44@gmail.com
- Mrs. Katherine Sarbacker, Vice Principal/Director of College Counseling, Glendale Preparatory Academy, ksarbacker@glendaleprep.org
Timeline
9th-grade English Language Arts/AP English Language and Composition Instructor
St. Paul American School
07.2023 - Current
Cambridge Curriculum Global Perspectives Instructor
Imagine Prep Surprise
01.2018 - 01.2023
College Counselor
Glendale Preparatory Academy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Head of School BASIS Goodyear
BASIS Schools
01.2015 - 01.2017
AP English Language Teacher/College Counselor BASIS Chandler
BASIS Schools
01.2011 - 01.2015
Independent English Language Consultant
Self-Employed
01.2009 - 01.2011
Children's Academy National Manager
Disney's World of English
01.2007 - 01.2009
English as a Second Language Teacher
Sakura no Seibo Junior-Senior High School
01.1999 - 01.2007
English as a Second Language Teacher
Miyagi Gakuin Junior-Senior High School
01.1996 - 01.1999
Assistant English Language Teacher
Japan Exchange Teaching (JET) Programme
01.1992 - 01.1995
College of St. Rose
Master of Education from Secondary Education
Syracuse University Utica College Campus
Bachelor of Arts from British and American Literature
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