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Arthur Souto Maior Macias

CEO/Language Training Consultant

Summary

CEO of Language solutions LLC. and an EFL teacher with many years of experience teaching in countries across the globe at all levels from pre-primary through to adult (general and business), I have developed many of my own materials and strategies and taught with a range of titles. I am the founder of Language Solutions LLC. and employed at Gofluent! where I work as an Language training consultant. My teaching experience has given me the ability to creatively address students' needs with pedagogically effective solutions, as well as vast initiative in travelling and working independently and adapting to different cultures and the challenges they bring.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

CEO

Language Solution LLC.
Krakow
03.2023 - Current
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base and solidify market presence.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.

Language Training Consultant

GoFluent!
Krakow
10.2018 - Current
  • Implemented cross-training to improve depth of skill sets within team.
  • Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Consulted with organization management to assess needs and plan improvements.
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Recorded videos and wrote instructions to facilitate online and remote training programs.
  • Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
  • Verified training program compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
  • Selected, developed and delivered classroom and online training materials to meet program needs.
  • Produced training manuals, presentations and resources for enhanced learning.
  • Worked with multinational companies and governmental agencies such as: Syngenta, Stellantis, Amazon, Volkswagen, Ejercito de tierra (Spanish Army), Emilia-Romagna regional government -Italy, Salesforce, Sanofi, Eli Lilly and company, Banca Cambiano, Morgan Phillips, Liberty Insurance, Bridgeston, Vale S.A. and many others.

English Teacher

Language Factory
Sao Paulo
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Worked with important companies such as: MattosFilho law firm, Sanyuu insurance and Salesforce cybersecurity company.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Reviewed homework assignments to better gauge students' learning progress and grasp of new concepts.
  • Used pre-written curriculum to teach students English via remote video conferencing.
  • Worked with students between ages 11 and 54 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.

English teacher

Yes! Languages
Rio de Janeiro
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.

High School English teacher

Educational Center Muzema
Rio de Janeiro
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.

English teacher

Wizard by Pearson
Rio de Janeiro
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.

Private online teacher

Students
Rio de Janeiro
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Adhered to standards established by institutional leadership, supporting unit objectives while infusing creativity into lessons.
  • Taught students about pronunciation and grammar with passion and enthusiasm, inspiring achievement and successful pursuit.
  • Tutored students through challenges and issues in project and assignment completion.
  • Coached students in individual completion of personal projects, connecting with subject matter experts and creating favorable and enriching memories while building skills.
  • Wrote tests with fairness and rigor, tailoring to focus on key unit objectives and essential concepts.
  • Developed lesson plans to engage students online, holding class accountable and generating greater comprehension and learning.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - IT

Estacio De Sá University
02.2021 - Current

Certificate - Linguistics

Kennedy Communication Studio
Dubai, UAE
01.2023 - 2023.12

Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

British Council - Cambridge CELTA
Krakow - Poland
08.2023 - 2023.09

Certificate - English Education

World TESOL Academy
Krakow - Poland
11.2023 - 2023.12

High School Diploma -

Saint Ignacius High School
Rio De Janeiro - Brazil
02.1997 - 2008.12

Skills

    Business start up

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Certification

Certified as C2 advanced in English proficiency by IELTS, 2019.

Additional Information

  • Achievements , Extracurricular activities in high school - UN and Enterprise Simulations, 2006. Awarded for best debate - UN simulation.

Software

Smartboard

ActiveInspire

MS Office

Interests

Music

Literature

Information Technology

Philosophy

Timeline

Certificate - English Education

World TESOL Academy
11.2023 - 2023.12

Certificate - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

British Council - Cambridge CELTA
08.2023 - 2023.09

CEO

Language Solution LLC.
03.2023 - Current

Certificate - Linguistics

Kennedy Communication Studio
01.2023 - 2023.12

Bachelor of Science - IT

Estacio De Sá University
02.2021 - Current

Certified as C2 advanced in English proficiency by IELTS, 2019.

07-2019

English Teacher

Language Factory
01.2019 - 01.2021

Language Training Consultant

GoFluent!
10.2018 - Current

English teacher

Yes! Languages
01.2018 - 01.2020

High School English teacher

Educational Center Muzema
01.2018 - 01.2020

English teacher

Wizard by Pearson
01.2018 - 01.2019

Private online teacher

Students
01.2016 - 01.2018
Regular in French, 2008 – Alliance Francaise.
02-2012

High School Diploma -

Saint Ignacius High School
02.1997 - 2008.12

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