
Maxi Young
Instructor & Academic Coordinator specializing in International Education
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About
Passionate about International Relations & Globalization, a former Instructor of CEFR English at Kaplan International Seattle who is adept in education, academic advising, hospitality, housing, and transfer/bridge information, and former Asst.
Academic
Coordinator who communicated with prospective students while processing their applications and assisting with student arrivals, dorm living, and social events. My own time as an international student was enormously beneficial to me both academically and socially, thus I am seeking career opportunities to further support students by advising and leading them to holistic success in their post-secondary endeavors. A team player who collaborates well with individuals, groups, and in front of an audience, with experience managing projects and key initiatives aligned to multiple stakeholders within and outside of the institution.
Punctual, Personable, Passionate, Hard-working, and especially Caring & Friendly.
Experience
Instructor 4 at Kaplan International (2019-04 – 2023-11)
- Developed and administered off-site College Pathways program for ESL students intending to transfer to local college partners
- Developed and taught specialized Business Courses for Korea West, instructed bilingual Cultural Climatization classes for Fujikoshi, in additional to weekly college preparation electives, and quarterly lecture regarding college bridge programs
Assistant Admissions Coordinator at Highline College ISP (2019-04 – 2021-08)
- Processed international student entrance applications and screened scholarship applications
- Compiled and prepared required documents for admissions team members creating F1 visas
- Communicated with students in-person or via phone/email to gather additional documentation
- Provided language interpretation services when required and chaperoned student events
- Worked directly with Highline Campus and assisted in Residential applications
Instructor 1, 2, 3 at Kaplan International (2016-05 – 2018-03)
- Instructed and worked directly with hundreds of students from Latin America, the Middle East, Europe, and East Asia of a wide spectrum of English language levels
- Taught a daily 90-minute elective comprised of self-developed curriculum
Head FoH & Shift-Hiring Manager at Azuki Udon (2024-10 – 2026-03)
- Communicate with team members to produce weekly schedules
- Manage Indeed presence and conduct first round interviews with applicants
- Write and translate posts for social media presence
- Greet and interact with customers as the face of the restaurant while keeping the kitchen and dining area running efficiently
TEMP Business Operations Specialist at King County SA Resource Center (2026-04 – 2026-04)
One Week
- Welcome clients and communicate with team members to ensure smooth arrivals
- Intake new clients to coordinate meetings with team professionals
Education
Bachelor of Social Sciences in Asia Pacific Studies – Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (立命館アジア太平洋大学) (2013 – 2015)
Associate of Arts Degree in Education – Highline Community College (2010 – 2013)
