Michael Stahl

I spent over 4 years as a Buddhist monk during which I was challenged and trained live with discipline, integrity, moderation, and to make the best out of every moment that life has to offer. I spent the next 2 years travelling and experiencing the world. I've always felt a calling to be a teacher and would like to gain experience for either what could become a lifelong career, or at the very least, an honorable profession to help make a living while continuing to live abroad seeking methods of personal development.

As a Buddhist monk I was responsible for memorizing and chanting the 227 monastic training precepts at a rapid speed in the Pali language before the community of monks every 2 weeks. The entire recitation takes between 45-50 minutes with a presiding monk checking for minute errors. This took over 2 years of dedicated work and practice to achieve and is considered to be a considerable accomplishment. I also include in my CV my volunteer work in the US, and my previous work as an Event Technician in the Greater DC area where I learned practical problem solving skills and developed a good work ethic.

I've recently completed an accredited 150 hour TEFL course and studied Liberal Arts two years at Penn State University.