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RAMONA SIMEONA JULABAR

RAMONA SIMEONA JULABAR

Al Ain, Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Creative, driven and highly organised science teacher, researcher and copyeditor with extensive experience in science education, information dissemination, research and copyediting. Trained in scientific research and offering a meticulous eye for scheduling and proofreading details. A cooperative team player and potential team leader.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Editor (Freelancer)

KGSupport
, Philippines
10.2016 - 02.2023
  • Ensured the conciseness, consistency and grammatical correctness of the written text
  • Ensured that a document is easy to read, and the concepts are expressed logically and sequentially
  • Adhered to the style guides or manuals of the clients' target journals or publication
  • Used the Chicago Manual of Style to edit the professional papers
  • Handled technical reports or papers submitted to international scientific and social journals or publications
  • Handled curriculum vitae, personal statements, theses and recommendation letters of clients applying for graduate and post-graduate studies
  • Monitored and evaluated the works of junior editors

Junior Editor

KGSupport
, Philippines
10.2010 - 10.2016


  • Ensured the conciseness, consistency and grammatical correctness of the written text
  • Ensured that a document is easy to read, and the concepts are expressed logically and sequentially
  • Adhered to the style guides or manuals of the clients' target journals or publication
  • Used the Chicago Manual of Style to edit the professional papers
  • Handled technical reports or papers submitted to international scientific and social journals or publications
  • Handled curriculum vitae, personal statements, theses and recommendation letters of clients applying for graduate and post-graduate studies


Science Research Specialist

Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
, Philippines
04.1994 - 12.2013


  • Officer-In-Charge/Resident Volcanologist of the Pinatubo Volcano Observatory (PVO) in Clarkfield, Pampanga, Philippines
  • Responsible for the overall administration and maintenance of the observatory
  • Special Disbursing Officer
  • PHIVOLCS Action Officer or official representative to the Regional Disaster Coordinating Council (Region III) in the Philippines
  • Coordinated with government and nongovernmental offices associated with disaster preparedness and mitigation in relation with information dissemination concerning disaster prevention and mitigation, the activity of Pinatubo Volcano, and the continuing hazards and seismic activity of areas in Region III in the Philippines
  • Prepared and managed correspondences of PVO
  • Collated and analyzed data from the seismic monitoring network around Pinatubo Volcano and the nationwide seismic monitoring network under the joint project of PHIVOLCS and the Japan International Cooperation Agency
  • Prepared financial statements and reports of disbursements
  • Maintained computers and database of PVO
  • Provided logistics and technical assistance to local and foreign researchers on Pinatubo Volcano
  • Resource speaker or lecturer in various trainings or symposia conducted by PHIVOLCS and other organizations
  • Conducted lectures before student bodies
  • Acted as mentor to student interns
  • Prepared and presented technical or scientific papers and reports
  • Participated in the projects of the Seismological Observation and Earthquake Prediction Division and Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Divisions of PHIVOLCS
  • Authored several technical training manuals

Elementary/Secondary School Teacher

Makati Hope Christian School
, Philippines
04.1993 - 03.1994
  • Handled general science, earth science, trigonometry, physics and algebra
  • Worked collaboratively with other classroom teachers to design and implement learning resources integrating technology and enhancing learning journeys
  • Administered assessments and standardised tests to evaluate student progress
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
  • Kept classroom organised, clean and safe for students and visitors
  • Cultivated relationships with parents to maximise student support and encourage academic excellence
  • Created and maintained safe, vibrant and engaging learning environments to facilitate academic excellence
  • Utilised multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways, engaging students in learning
  • Organized lectures by scientific experts or scholars to enhance formal classroom instruction

Teacher

De La Salle Santiago Zobel School
, Philippines
05.1988 - 03.1993
  • Handled general and earth sciences
  • Collected, analysed and tracked data on student progress.
  • Created lesson plans and scheduled each day to promote maximum student learning and enrichment.
  • Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
  • Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
  • Set up lesson materials, bulletin board displays and demonstrations.
  • Planned and organized lectures, field trips, science camps, and competitions
  • Participated in Science Fair
  • Served as Assistant to the Science Coordinator
  • Participated in interschool science camp and competitions
  • Served as Computer Science Laboratory Assistant

Staff Assistant

Sycip, Gorrez, Velayo and Company
, Philippines
03.1988 - 03.1988
  • Assisted in data collection and management


Education

Certificate - Group Training Course on Volcanology and Comprehensive Sediment-related Disaster Prevention Measures

Hokkaido University-JICA
Japan
03.2005 - 09.2005

Master of Arts in Education (units) - Physical Sciences

University of the City of Manila
Philippines
07.1991 - 09.1994

Certificate in Teaching (18 units) - Education

Philippine Normal University
Philippines
06.1988 - 05.1989

Bachelor of Science - Physics

De La Salle University-Manila
Philippines
05.1984 - 09.1997

Skills

  • Proficient in various office and visual applications, such as Microsoft 365, OpenOffice, Origin and MapInfo
  • With working experience in web designs and digital creation
  • Worked in various Windows platforms, including NT server
  • Advance skills in technical and creative writing
  • Advance skills in training and development
  • Advance skills in critical thinking and abstract reasoning
  • With working experience in networking, hardware troubleshooting, software installation and troubleshooting, and other IT-related activities
  • Proficient in copy and content editing
  • Displays high standards of ethical conduct
  • Exhibits honesty and integrity
  • Committed to quality service
  • Exhibits a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards efficient completion of assigned tasks
  • Works with minimal supervision but can respond appropriately to supervision
  • Demonstrates responsible behaviour and attention to detail
  • With basic accounting skills, such as bookkeeping and preparation of financial statements/reports

Certification

  • The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing. Google Digital Garage. 15 July 2023
  • Course on Adjectives and Adjective Clauses. Coursera. December 2020
  • Conjunctions, Connectives, and Adverb Clauses. Coursera. November 2020
  • Grammar and Punctuation. Coursera. November 2020
  • Noun Clauses and Conditionals. Coursera. November 2020
  • Perfect Tenses and Modals. Coursera. November 2020
  • Verb Tenses and Passives. Coursera. November 2020
  • Use WordPress to Create Blog for Your Business. Coursera. October 2020

Publications

  • Seismic Analysis of Recent Volcanic Earthquakes at Pinatubo Volcano. Group Training Course on Volcanology and Comprehensive Sediment-Related Disaster Prevention Measures in Tokyo, Japan. September 2005


  • Seismicity of Mindanao. Co-author. Published in the Monogram on the National Conference on Natural Disaster Mitigation, Philippines. 1994


  • Continuing Hazards at Pinatubo Volcano. Co-author. Submitted to PHIVOLCS for publication. 2000

Languages

English
Fluent
Spanish
Intermediate
Japanese
Elementary

Trainings/Workshops

  • Alternative Learning System: Issues and Concerns in the midst of COVID-19. Arnold Janssen Catholic Mission Foundation, Inc. 27 May 2020
  • 5TH Annual Conference on ABA Principles and Effective Teaching Methods. Autism Partnership Philippines. 17 November 2018
  • Mainstreaming Disaster Rick Reduction into Local Development Planning Process through the Provision and Training on the Use of REDAS Software .PHIVOLCS and National Disaster Coordinating Council of the Philippines. August 17–21, 2009
  • Japan Language-General Course (Basic I-12 hours). JICA. Tokyo International Center, Tokyo, Japan. April 26, 2005
  • Intensive Japanese Language Course. Japan International Cooperation Agency. Osaka International Center, Osaka, Japan. March 22, 2005–March 28, 2005
  • Second Videoconferencing Seminar on Seismology. Japan International Cooperation Agency. JICA Philippine Office, Quezon City, Philippines. March 07, 2003
  • Introduction to Seismology Course. Japan International Cooperation Agency. JICA Philippine Office, Quezon City, Philippines. January 15–17, 2003
  • Introduction to Digital Seismology. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) Staff Training Program. Baguio City, Philippines. February 09–12, 2000
  • Introduction to SRC Digital Recording Systems. PHIVOLCS Staff Training Program. Baguio City, Philippines. February 09–12, 2000
  • Special Geohazards Forum. PHIVOLCS. Quezon City, Philippines. July 21–22, 1997
  • National Conference on Natural Disaster Mitigation. UNESCO and PHIVOLCS. Quezon City, Philippines. October 19–21, 1994
  • Integrating Values in Science Teaching. Institute of Science and Mathematics Education. University of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines. September 1993
  • Improvisation of Science Materials. De La Salle Santiago Zobel School. Muntinlupa City, Philippines. February 1993
  • Conference on the Role of Information Technology in Secondary Education. School of Engineering and Information Technology. St. Francis of Assisi College, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines. January 15, 1993
  • Development of a National Program on Psychosocial Care. Philippine Mental Health Association. Pasay City, Philippines. October 1991
  • United Nations Human Development Report. University of the City of Manila and United Nations Human Development Program. Manila, Philippines. October 1991
  • Teacher's Development Workshop. University of the City of Manila. Manila, Philippines. October 12, 1991
  • Mathematics Instruction in Tertiary Level. Far Eastern University. Manila, Philippines. September 14, 1991
  • Science Test Construction. Catholic Educators Association of the Philippines. St. Paul's College, Quezon City, Philippines. October 1988
  • Training for Junior Observer. Philippine Astronomical Society. Manila Science High School. Manila, Philippines. October 1983 to December 1983

Government Examinations

  • Philippine Board Examination for Teachers. Governing Agency: Civil Service Commission (CSC) of the Republic of the Philippines. Date: November 1991. Rating: 81.46%
  • Civil Service Career Examination (Professional Level). Governing Agency: CSC of the Philippines. Date: July 1987. Rating: 83.33%

Professional License


  • Professional Teacher. License issued by the Professional Regulation Commission of the Republic of the Philippines. License number: 0374625. Status: For renewal

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Quote

A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.
Proverbs 22:1

Timeline

Senior Editor (Freelancer)

KGSupport
10.2016 - 02.2023

Junior Editor

KGSupport
10.2010 - 10.2016

Certificate - Group Training Course on Volcanology and Comprehensive Sediment-related Disaster Prevention Measures

Hokkaido University-JICA
03.2005 - 09.2005

Science Research Specialist

Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
04.1994 - 12.2013

Elementary/Secondary School Teacher

Makati Hope Christian School
04.1993 - 03.1994

Master of Arts in Education (units) - Physical Sciences

University of the City of Manila
07.1991 - 09.1994

Certificate in Teaching (18 units) - Education

Philippine Normal University
06.1988 - 05.1989

Teacher

De La Salle Santiago Zobel School
05.1988 - 03.1993

Staff Assistant

Sycip, Gorrez, Velayo and Company
03.1988 - 03.1988

Bachelor of Science - Physics

De La Salle University-Manila
05.1984 - 09.1997
RAMONA SIMEONA JULABAR