Maja
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Maja Besic
36
Female
member since Jun 20 2020
American
My skills
I teach communication skills and English online. I also wrote some articles on travel for my department's newsletter. I worked as a research consultant and created literature reviews on research topics and also created the template for the graduate student handbook. I've designed study abroad activities for students in ten different countries and worked on public programming and events on campuses, NGOs, and at a museum. As a traveller I've worked in guests house, restaurants, and diveshops.
Languages Spoken
English (Mother Tongue) Portuguese (Beginner) Spanish (Beginner)Full CV / Resume
Education M. Ed University of Hawai’i Mānoa
Graduate Assistant with the Office of Research Services Higher Education Administration
Updated grant database with contracts 2016
Responsible for sending grant correspondence to faculty
Program intern with Shangri La Interviewed artists in residence Created written and video blog content Conducted visitor surveys and study with over 2,000 people
Assisted in preparation and execution of events
in Psychology Research assistant for the Department of Psychology Oakland University
Dialogue facilitator for international peace conference
2011 Semester in Hawai’i 2010
Work Experience
English Teacher (online)
Create lesson plans for students and monitor learning progress
Train business students for interviews, presentations, & discussion
Teach cross-cultural and communication skills
Lead online discussions in business, research, and academic topics
Program Consultant (online)
Researched and organized academic articles
Created literature reviews to prepare for article submission
Researched & prepared an outline for the new graduate student handbook
Assistant Field Director
Designed 70 experiential field classes in conjunction with faculty in Semester at Sea ten different countries for over 500 students
Worked with professors, local hosts, and community partners in the , Asia, and Africa
Managed the budget, payments, and travel logistics for each field experience
Prepared and reviewed evaluations and feedback from students and faculty
Conducted evaluations of field visits
Led groups of 30 students on in country field experiences in Japan, India, and South Africa.
Corporate Trainer
Advised clients on company policies and procedures United Shore Financial Services
Implemented a training program for new and current employees
Tracked employee performance and created strategies for quality control
Field Instructor
Advised students on program objectives, academic options, and post program planning
Created experiential learning activities for students
Tracked student progress and developed strategies for interventions
Coordinated logistics and schedules for staff and students
Supervised ten students and two employees during shifts
Facilitated group therapeutic and wellness curriculum
Program and Outreach Intern
Worked closely with the President and Program Director in El-Hibri Charitable Foundation implementing public and private programs and outreach efforts Unity Productions Foundation
Coordinated programs with professors, universities, NGOs, and governmental organizations Planned and executed programs, recruiting, budget, and onsite logistics for events
Executive Assistant/Realtor
Negotiated contracts and terms Real Estate One Conducted price evaluations for private and foreclosed properties
Created listing presentations and met with clients Managed listing inventory and files
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Social Media, Skype, Zoom
• Typing: 75 words per minute
• Fluent in oral and written Bosnian also referred to as Serbo-Croation
• Volunteered teaching English in Turkey and Italy
• Organized and executed outreach efforts with local communities for cross-cultural conferences
• Trips to Molokai to rebuild hiking trails, fishponds, & removed invasive plants in Kalaupapa
About Me
I really like to explore the outdoors by doing small walks or hikes. I love biking when I have the chance as well as surfing. I've recently gotten into freediving which I'd like to get better at. Reading and relaxing with friends in good company is always great too.