Frank Vazquez –
Welcome to my website.
Welcome! I'm Frank. Thanks for dropping by and learning more about me. I hope you find this website interesting. You'll learn more about me such as my education, work history, and hobbies.
After working several years in IT, I'm looking to switch to teaching English overseas in Japan.
MY STRENGTHS AND GOALS
Ambition
I'm passionate about what I do, and never do things half-heartedly.
Precision
I believe it's pointless to do something if you're not going to do it well.
Curious
I love adventure, exploring new places, and learning new things. A curious mind is a growing person.
MY GOALS
I believe dreams and goals are essential for a person to grow and keep moving forward. One of my biggest dreams was to teach in Japan, which I was able to do in 2011.
I absolutely loved it. I enjoyed the culture, but also enjoyed teaching English. Ever since leaving in 2013, I've always wanted to return and do it again. This is why I've decided to pursue teaching in Japan once more. In 2022, I was fortunate to have the means to be able take time off from my regular 9-5 to pursue personal projects. As I was readying to re-enter the workforce, I decided that teaching in Japan is what I wanted to do.
I love the people of Japan and what to help them succeed any way I can. When I first taught in Japan, I was inexperienced, but since then I have worked at major corporations like Google, traveled for work, and gained life experience I believe can help me be a better teacher for both adults and children.
MY EXPERIENCE
IT Professional
Jan 2016 - Present
After earning my English degree and working in Japan as an English instructor, I returned to the States and began my IT career. I obtained my Bachelors in IT from the University of Central Florida and have since worked for large corporations like Google.
English Instructor
Jan 2008 - Jan 2014
After receiving my Bachelors in English, I was in charge of a Learning Resource Center for a small private college where I also taught Business Writing for a few semesters. During this time, I also tutored the SAT.
I then realized one of dreams of teaching English in Japan. I spent close to 3 years there.
EDUCATION
University of Central Florida
BS in Information Technology 2016
University of Central Florida
BA in English - Creative Writing 2007
SKILLS
IT Skills
Linux
Windows
Networking
Teaching Skills and Qualifications
TEFL certified (ID: 229610 http://www.tefl.org/certificate-verification)
Overseas teaching experience
INTERESTS
I have many interests and hobbies. Here are a few.
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (Great exercise).
Learning Japanese (Using Genki, Deer Lingo, and reading short stories).
Metal Detecting (No, I haven't found anything good . . . yet!).
Video Game programming (Horror FPS and point and click adventure).
Investing in real estate and crypto.
Gardening (Blueberries, blackberries, vegetables, peaches, and avocados).
RESUME
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Curious about my work history? Download my resume or view my LinkedIn for a more detailed work history.
My resume lists only relevant teaching experience, but my LinkedIn has my entire work history and education.