Venerable Ratthasara
ESL Teacher & Coordinator for Academic AffairsA motivated graduate of Applied Buddhist Studies with a strong research interest in the practical applications of mindfulness meditation as a holistic approach to wellbeing. A passionate TESOL certified English teacher with more than 5 years of volunteering experience in diverse settings. A seasoned organizer with experiences in planning academic conferences.
Education
Master of Arts (Applied Buddhist Studies)
First Class Degree with Honours. Overall Grade: High Distinction (85%).
Bachelor of Arts (Buddhist Studies)
First Class Degree with Honours. Cumulative GPA: 3.56.
Professional Experience
ESL Teacher
Teach a listening and speaking skills class in a preliminary program designed to prepare students for graduate-level study. Provide students with academic support services and learning resources to help them take learning outside the classroom.
BA Lecturer
Delivered lectures and led discussions on Mahayana Buddhism. Started an annual Buddhist conference for students of Buddhist studies in Myanmar.
Founder
Organizing teaching teams to offer free quality summer classes to underprivileged communities in remote areas. Hosting free workshops on personal development and academic skills.
Certifications & Expertise
- Arizona State University 150-Hour TESOL
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
- Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins)
- Google AI Essentials
- Academic Writing
- Research Methods
- Conflict Resolution
- Web Design