Stephanie Buus
Rue De La Croix, 6H, 1050 Ixelles
Summary
Dynamic English teacher with an international background and multiple years of language instruction and curriculum development for young and mature adults. Successfully guided numerous students to improve their language proficiency and cultural understanding. Demonstrated effective communication and adaptability in diverse learning environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
English & Swedish/Danish Language Tutor
Self-employed
09.2002 - Current
- Taught English writing, conversation, grammar, and composition to young and mature adults.
- Delivered homework assistance using tailored curriculum and materials.
- Provided feedback on assignments to enhance writing and problem-solving skills.
- Encouraged student motivation to foster self-confidence and decrease fear of failure.
- Created supportive learning environment that improved speaking confidence and language comprehension.
Interparents Representative, European Schools
Interparents
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Advocated for parents in European School System through meetings with Secretary General and School Inspectors.
- Drafted, edited, and presented policy interventions in English at annual system-wide meetings.
President
Parents Association of European School of Brussels IV (APEEE BRU IV)
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Led AISBL, Parents Association of Brussels European School IV, managing organization operations.
- Coordinated daily with students, families, and staff to address pedagogical issues, mediate conflicts, and oversee 3 APEEE services for over 3,000 students.
Translator and Editor
SBUUS Text & Translation
09.2002 - 12.2022
- Translated documents from Swedish/Danish to English.
- Reviewed work for punctuation, grammar, and translation errors.
- Managed multiple projects while meeting strict deadlines and ensuring detail.
Graduate Student, Research Associate, and Author
Darden College of Education, Old Dominion University
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Research and writing on internationalization effects on higher education policies, international students, and leadership in the US and Europe.
- Co-authored book on strategies for enhancing international student engagement titled, International Student Engagement: Strategies for Creating Inclusive, Connected, and Purposeful Campus Environments (Routledge, 2014).
Research Fellow
Swedish Institute of International Affairs
03.2005 - 08.2012
- Led two research projects on international migration and cultural perceptions of risk in U.S. and Sweden, funded by Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Civil Contingencies Agency.
- Organized and conducted public seminars
Adjunct Instructor
Stockholm University, International Graduate Programme
01.2007 - 06.2008
- Designed and taught courses for international M.A. and Ph.D. students on 'Risk, Pleasure, and Global Responsibility' focusing on travel's economic, political, and environmental impacts.
Education
Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) - Higher Education Leadership And Administration
Old Dominion University, Darden College of Education
Norfolk, VA, United States12.2014
Ph.D. - Scandinavian Languages and Literatures
University of California, Berkeley, Department of Scandinavian
Berkeley, CA, United States08.2002
M.A. - Scandinavian Languages and Literatures
University of California, Berkeley, Department of Scandinavian
Berkeley, CA, United States05-1997
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, United States04.1992
Skills
- Native fluency English, Swedish, Danish; French (B1-B2)
- Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Microsoft Powerpoint Zoom Microsoft Word Outlook Google Docs Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
- Skilled in supporting students over 18 in academic settings
- Empathetic classroom presence
- Good sense of humor
Timeline
President
Parents Association of European School of Brussels IV (APEEE BRU IV)
01.2022 - 03.2024
Interparents Representative, European Schools
Interparents
01.2020 - 09.2024
Graduate Student, Research Associate, and Author
Darden College of Education, Old Dominion University
09.2012 - 08.2014
Adjunct Instructor
Stockholm University, International Graduate Programme
01.2007 - 06.2008
Research Fellow
Swedish Institute of International Affairs
03.2005 - 08.2012
Translator and Editor
SBUUS Text & Translation
09.2002 - 12.2022
English & Swedish/Danish Language Tutor
Self-employed
09.2002 - Current
Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S.) - Higher Education Leadership And Administration
Old Dominion University, Darden College of Education
Ph.D. - Scandinavian Languages and Literatures
University of California, Berkeley, Department of Scandinavian
M.A. - Scandinavian Languages and Literatures
University of California, Berkeley, Department of Scandinavian
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
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