Nicolas Woodley
English Instructor
Winchester, CA
Summary
Versatile professional with experience on the JET Programme, adept in cross-cultural communication and project management. Excelled in enhancing cultural understanding and optimizing workflow in diverse settings. Skilled in Excel, SQL, and time management, with a proven track record of improving efficiency and fostering global perspectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
English Instructor
JET Programme
08.2024 - Current
- Project Management: Planning lessons and coordinating with schools.
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Adapting to a foreign workplace, collaborating with Japanese teachers.
- Public Speaking & Training: Leading classes, explaining concepts clearly.
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Navigating challenges in a foreign country and handling unexpected situations in class.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students through engaging presentations, videos, and group projects.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular activities related to language learning and cultural exchange programs, promoting lifelong interest in global perspectives.
- Established a positive rapport with both students and parents, fostering supportive relationships that contributed to students' success.
Service Porter
Monte De Oro Winery
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Increased efficiency in daily operations by organizing storage rooms, maintaining inventory of supplies, and replenishing stock as needed.
- Assisted in event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely execution and seamless transitions between events.
- Streamlined waste management procedures to maintain efficient workflow in a time crunch.
Warehouse Order Selector
Southwest Traders
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring optimal efficiency and safety.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak seasons by willingly taking on additional responsibilities, such as packing and shipping tasks.
- Optimized workflow by prioritizing tasks based on customer needs and deadlines, ensuring timely order completion.
- Improved order accuracy by diligently reviewing and verifying each picked item against the pick list.
- Aided in reducing backorders by keeping an open line of communication with purchasing department regarding low-stock items identified while picking orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
California State University - Sacramento
Sacramento, CA 04.2001 -
Skills
Excel and SQL
Stock replenishment
Order picking and processing
Loading and unloading
Quality control
Workplace safety
Interdepartmental communication
Merchandise restock
Time management
Additional Information
As a reference, you are welcome to contact the General Manager at Monte De Oro Winery, Ken Zignorski.
1 (201) 657-4816
Timeline
English Instructor
JET Programme
08.2024 - Current
Service Porter
Monte De Oro Winery
08.2019 - 01.2021
Warehouse Order Selector
Southwest Traders
06.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
California State University - Sacramento
04.2001 -