Benjamin

Benjamin Joel Krause
Location: Kyiv, Ukraine

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Professional Summary
Motivated and adaptable American professional based in Kyiv who has sought to build a
professional career in Ukraine since 2021. With an academic background in Political Science
and Intelligence & National Security Studies, specializing in contemporary issues in Ukraine.
Experienced in cross-cultural communication, professional documentation, and operating in
high-pressure, complex environments. Intermediate Ukrainian and Russian speaker committed
to supporting Ukraine's humanitarian response and civil society development. Seeking a role in
the humanitarian, NGO, or international development sector where analytical, communication,
and on-the-ground Ukraine expertise can deliver meaningful impact.

Core Skills
● Calendar coordination: appointment setting, reminders, follow-ups
● Document preparation: emails, letters, reports, summaries
● Office administration: filing systems, records management, information organization
● Front-desk communication: visitor/client support, phone and message handling
● Meeting support: agenda prep, note-taking, action-item tracking, and logistics
● Communication: across teams and stakeholders, cross-cultural communication
● Accuracy under pressure; confidentiality; professional judgment and discretion

Tools
● Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
● Google Workspace: Docs, Sheets, Drive

Education
● University of Kansas — Lawrence, Kansas
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science with a Minor in Intelligence and National Security
Studies | September 2020 – May 2026
● International TEFL Academy — Chicago, Illinois
TEFL/TESOL Certificate | September 2020 – February 2021
● NovaMova School of Languages & Area Studies — Kyiv, Ukraine
Russian Language Certification, A1–A2 | September – December 2021
Professional Experience
ESL Teacher| Atlantic School | Kyiv, Ukraine
February 2026 – Present

● Manage classes at a 20:1, 8:1, and 4:1 ratio for multiple students, maintaining consistent
communication and timely follow ups with administration and families of students.
● Prepare structured lesson plans and written materials; produce clear progress notes and
feedback.
● Handle administrative tasks independently (tracking, documentation, and planning) while
maintaining a consistent professional composure in an occasionally chaotic work
environment.

ESL Teacher | Meridian International School | Kyiv, Ukraine
October 2025 – May 2026

● Coordinated 1:4 English instruction and communications with an international student
base; adapted plans to changing schedules and needs.
● Produced organized structured lesson plans and documenting follow up results and with
written feedback aligned to grades and student goals.
● Supported a high-service environment requiring responsiveness, reliability, and strong
interpersonal communication.

Security Officer | Securitas / U.S. Bank | United States
June 2022 – May 2024

● Maintained detailed incident logs and reports with a strong emphasis on accuracy,
clarity, and compliance.
● Managed frequent professional interactions requiring calm communication, conflict
de-escalation, and consistent policy adherence.
● Supported operations in high-accountability settings, handling sensitive information with
discretion.

Security Officer | Allied Universal | United States
August 2018 – March 2020

October 2024 – August 2025

● Completed high volume administrative documentation, shift reporting, and recordkeeping
in time-sensitive situations.
● Practiced situational judgment, customer service, and professionalism while coordinating
with supervisors and clients.