I am a cross-cultural educator with 29 years of experience in intercultural training and learning. I design adaptable and strategic curricula for diverse settings, and I love organizing conferences and presenting across different media to share insights and best practices. I am a communicative team player who thrives in collaborative environments and am always looking for ways to foster growth and understanding across cultures. I am preparing to contribute to an international school environment as part of a team implementing growth-focused best practices. My background includes English language teaching and curriculum development, translator work, and cross-cultural instruction, with hands-on experience in digital tools like Google Classroom, Moodle, and various learning platforms. I bring a passion for inclusive education, mentoring colleagues, and helping students reach their potential.

Shane Cooke

I am a cross-cultural educator with 29 years of experience in intercultural training and learning. I design adaptable and strategic curricula for diverse settings, and I love organizing conferences and presenting across different media to share insights and best practices. I am a communicative team player who thrives in collaborative environments and am always looking for ways to foster growth and understanding across cultures. I am preparing to contribute to an international school environment as part of a team implementing growth-focused best practices. My background includes English language teaching and curriculum development, translator work, and cross-cultural instruction, with hands-on experience in digital tools like Google Classroom, Moodle, and various learning platforms. I bring a passion for inclusive education, mentoring colleagues, and helping students reach their potential.

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I am a cross-cultural educator with 29 years of experience in intercultural training and learning. I design adaptable and strategic curricula for diverse settings, and I love organizing conferences and presenting across different media to share insights and best practices. I am a communicative team player who thrives in collaborative environments and am always looking for ways to foster growth and understanding across cultures.

I am preparing to contribute to an international school environment as part of a team implementing growth-focused best practices. My background includes English language teaching and curriculum development, translator work, and cross-cultural instruction, with hands-on experience in digital tools like Google Classroom, Moodle, and various learning platforms. I bring a passion for inclusive education, mentoring colleagues, and helping students reach their potential.

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Language

English
Fluent
Kazakh
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

ELL Department Supervisor and Teacher at Black Forest Academy
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Implemented administrative procedures; supervised enrollment and scheduling of students; supervised, assisted, and provided training for teachers.
English Language Teacher at Yining Normal University
October 1, 1996 - Present
Developed curriculum for diverse language levels; taught English (speaking, grammar); assisted student competitors with preparation for national English Language Competitions.
Consultant, Translator, Training at WEC International – Canada
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
Bible translation and publication; media and graphic design; cross-cultural instructor and seminar leader.

Education

TESOL Certificate at Coventry House Intl - OnTESOL
January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2026
Master of Arts in Cross-Cultural Ministries at University of Trinity Western
January 1, 2010 - March 1, 2026
B.A. Arts – Concentration Geography at University of Ottawa
January 1, 1996 - March 1, 2026

Qualifications

TESOL Certificate
January 1, 2015 - March 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government