Deborah Sior

Deborah Sior 68 Ironwood Way Saranac Lake, NY 12983 +1 - |-EDUCATION Fordham University Bachelor of Science Double Major of Psychological Sciences and Music SIT Graduate Institute SIT TESOL Certificate Course at Rennert Bronx, New York September 2014 - May 2018 Manhattan, New York October 2018 - November 2018 EXPERIENCE TELL- Japan’s English Lifeline Japan Volunteer Service Worker October 2021 - present • Work to provide lifeline support and counseling services to those in need via phone and chat. • Received 100+ hours of training in emergency protocols, active listening, mental health awareness, and more. • Responsible for a minimum of two, four hour shifts per month. Office Global Support Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) April 2021 - March 2022 • Taught English as a second language to Junior High School students at 3 public schools. • Contributed and reviewed daily lesson plans and reviewed clerical documents for managerial purposes. • Graded assignments, corrected essays, and provided test-prep for students. • Participated in team teaching with numerous and diverse JTEs (Japanese Teachers of English). • Planned fun and engaging lessons centered around different skill sets: reading, speaking, listening, and writing. Link Japan Careers, Interac Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) • Taught English as a second language to High School students in public schools. • Provided university admissions test preparations. • Same as above. Minowa, Nagano, Japan August 2019 - March 2021 Huntington Learning Center New York, New York Academic Tutor January 2019 - August 2019 • Taught children and adults, ages 7-22, in the subjects of Math and English. • Lessons were specialized because many of the students were underprivileged and academically behind their peers. • Provided support to students and encouragement for working hard to improve their grades and interest in education. Legal Office of Tammy Lee Gordon, Esq. Attorney for the Child Malone, New York Legal Assistant July 2018 - September 2018 • Drafted and sent correspondence to attorneys and clients. • Shadowed client meetings, pre-trial, and trial hearings. • Answered phone calls regarding appointments with clients and attorneys. • Maintained and organized the office filing system with the most recent and relevant information for each case. Fordham Department of University Transportation Bronx, New York Dispatcher February 2016 - May 2018 • Prepared and organized the work schedules for other employees. • Managed all office correspondence between the administration and clients. • Accounted for the safe and continual progress of all vehicles in use, including leaving and returning to the office on schedule. • Provided customer service, ticket sales, and resolved disputes when necessary. • Trained new employees for both driver and dispatcher positions. Driver • Responsible for driving 14 passenger vehicles throughout New York City, which included problem solving in a constantly altering work environment and the use of enhanced interpersonal skills through interaction with a large variety of individuals. Fordham University Emergency Medical Service EMT • Registered Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) in the State of New York since Jan. 2018. • Provided basic life support and medical services for those in need. Bronx, New York December 2016 - May 2018 • Volunteered in an organization that ran continuous 911 medical service to the surrounding community. Cornell Cooperative Extension | 4-H Camp Overlook Malone, New York Adventure Course Instructor (June - August) 2013 - 2015 • Guided adolescent groups, ages 6-16, through abstract puzzles via the outdoor adventure course and high ropes course. • Encouraged critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and teamwork. Experienced Camp Counselor • Trained and mentored newly employed counselors in the appropriate age and skill level materials, cooperative learning techniques, community building, creating a positive social atmosphere, environmental awareness, and skill building. • Provided a safe and educational environment for over 1,000 unique and diverse children each summer for 3 years. LEADERSHIP Fordham University Orchestra • First-chair flautist and section leader. September 2014 - May 2018 SKILLS AND INTERESTS Computer Skills: Proficiency in Google Suit, Microsoft 365, Mac OS, Power BI, HTML, and statistical analysis with SPSS. Language Skills: Intermediate Spanish (conversation, reading, and writing), Basic Japanese (listening, reading, and writing) Music Composition, Production, and Performance: Composed orchestral trios and jazz arrangements; proficient in Logic and Ableton Live, music production software; proficient in flute, clarinet, saxophone, and piano. Interests: Figure skating, skiing, snowboarding, reading, and music.