Portia Clara Espejo Catingub--/- Anthurium Alley, Interior Gibraltar Rd., Baguio City 2600 Philippines
PERSONAL INFORMATION
I took up AB Mass Communication at St. Joseph’s College, Quezon City. I have skills and knowledge essential in handling and assisting clients according to the demands of the job responsibilities assigned to me.
My communication skills, sense of responsibility and friendly nature are my assets. I worked as Editor /Office Journalist of the quarterly magazine of the Phil. Association of Water Districts, Inc. (PAWD) in college. When I commit myself in a certain job, I make it a point to put my heart into it.
EDUCATION- – 4th Year, AB Mass Communication - St. Joseph’s College, Quezon City
Modules:
Intro to Communication Research – 86%
Advanced Journalism - 89%
Research Methodology & Application - 91%
1984 – 1985 – AB Mass Communication – University of the Cordilleras (formerly Baguio Colleges Foundation), Baguio City
Modules:
Fundamentals of Journalism – 2.25
Intro to Mass Communication – 2.25
1983 – 1984 – 1st Year, AB General – University of Sto. Tomas, Manila
Modules
Speech & Oral Communication – 2.75
English Grammar & Composition – 2.25
WORK EXPERIENCE
Mar 2007 – Present – Divine Word Retreat House
Volunteer
Responsible in preparing the Powerpoint Presentation being used in the regular Sunday Liturgy
June 2003 – Mar 2007- Spirit Wings Learning Foundation, Indang, Cavite
English Teacher/School Registrar
Handled the English subject for Grades 1 & 3 pupils while working as School Registrar.
1997 – 1999 – Govt. Service Insurance System, Baguio City
Front Desk Clerk & Social Insurance Specialist (contractual )
Was responsible in receiving & handling requests for insurance benefits of national govt. employees as well as processing of loans and updating of their loan & payment records.
1994 – 1996 –Amathea Educational Systems, Inc., Baguio City
Senior Educational Consultant
Engaged in interviewing and counselling parents who have young kids, giving emphasis on the importance of preparing their children for the challenges in school even before school age; helped the parents understand the stages of brain development of children, from 0 age to adulthood; motivated them to have that discernment in choosing the educational tools (books and toys) and encouraged them to invest on high quality educational materials for their kids.
1988 – 1990 – Philippine Association of Water Districts, Inc., Diliman, Quezon City
Office Journalist/Editor (Aquarius Quarterly Magazine)
Had the responsibility of coordinating with the Public Information Officers of the local water districts throughout the country and collating from them latest feature stories , news & updates about the different water districts; was also tasked to transcribe minutes of the regular quarterly board and monthly Executive Committee meetings.
PERSONAL INTERESTS
BOOKS & POETRY - Growing up in a family of educators, I have always been fascinated by books . This interest in reading literary works and writing short poems gave me the edge to widen my vocabulary and easily understand the concept of basic English grammar, which became an effective tool that strengthened my communication skill.
MUSIC – Music has been a part of our family even before I was born and until now that I have kids of my own. I always believed that listening to music relaxes a person. Aside from that, it is an effective method of developing the listening skill of a small child. For this reason, I was able to discipline myself to be a good listener, most especially, when I am dealing with my pupils or students.
TEACHING – As a person, I always feel good to influence others positively. For me, I measure success, not by how rich I can become, but by how much I was able to inspire others into attaining success in their lives. Teaching by action is always more effective than teaching by theories. And so aside from being a good mom, I wish to be remembered as a good “TEACHER”.
SKILLS:
Poetry Writing
Business Letter Writing
Computer Skills (MSWord, MSExcel, MSPowerpoint)
REFERENCES
References are available on request.
