Phyllis Youkbi
Paris
Profil professionnel
French-American professional with over ten years of experience across a variety of industries. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to my work. Recently CELTA-certified, I am transitioning into English language teaching, a field that aligns with my passion for sharing knowledge, my ability to connect with others, and my attentive, empathetic approach. As an artist, I also bring creativity to my work, which I continue to explore through my artistic practice, including my first exhibition, Présences, presented in Le Pré-Saint-Gervais in 2025.
Vue d'ensemble
3
3
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Expérience
Student Relations & Partnerships Officer
Institut Catholique de Paris _ French Language and Culture Institute (ILCF)
Paris, France
2025.03 - 2026.04
- Managed student relations and maintained student records and application files.
- Managed relationships with recruitment agents and other institutional partners.
- Prepared quotations and cost estimates.
- Assessed individual needs and proposed tailored solutions to students and partners.
- Handled a wide range of situations with patience, autonomy, responsiveness, and strong interpersonal skills.
Sales Assistant / Shipping Coordinator
F. Lorée de Gourdon (Oboe Manufacturer)
Paris
2023.03 - 2023.11
- Managed shipping logistics, including package preparation and delivery tracking.
- Prepared quotations and invoices
- Welcomed customers, provided product advice, and assisted them with in-store purchases
- Developed strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills, while demonstrating autonomy and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Office Manager / Shipping Coordinator
Ouster (LiDAR Sensor Manufacturer)
Paris
2022.03 - 2022.10
- Managed the company's administrative and organizational operations.
- Prepared shipping documentation and monitored deliveries to ensure timely shipment and receipt of goods.
- Coordinated and organized company events.
- Contributed to the smooth day-to-day running of the business through independent work, strong organizational skills, and effective coordination.
Content Creator
PrepMyFuture
Bais
2017.04 - 2018.08
- Creation and development of educational materials to prepare students for the BULAT, TOEFL, and TOEIC exams.
- Translation and adaptation of educational materials from English into French.
Office Manager/ Sales Planner
The Economist Group
Paris
2015.05 - 2017.04
- Managed and coordinated administrative and commercial operations in an international environment.
- Coordinated and monitored production activities to ensure smooth operations.
- Prioritized competing tasks, managed unexpected challenges, and handled multiple responsibilities with autonomy and attention to detail.
- Prepared and delivered campaign performance reports to agents.
EMBA International Programs Assistant
HEC Paris
Jouy-en-Josas , Yveslines
2013.04 - 2015.02
- Organized and provided administrative support for international programs and their participants.
- Supported professors and guest speakers in program-related activities.
- Communicated with participants in French, English, and Mandarin Chinese.
- Managed inquiries and handled situations requiring responsiveness, tact, and diplomacy.
Visa and passport specialist
Travel Document Express
Washington DC, USA
2010.06 - 2011.02
- Express visa and passport delivery service
- Embassy liaison
- Client consulting
Formation
CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
Cambridge
Online 2026.08 - 2026.08
Yoga teacher training (YTT 200) - Hatha Yoga
Rainbow Light Yoga
Coudures, France BA in liberal arts - International relations
American University
Washington DC, USA 2006.01 - 2009.05
Mandarin Chinese intermediate language certificate - Mandarin, Chinois
Beijing language and culture university
Beijing 2015.06 - 2015.07
Foreign languages
French: Native English: Native
Mandarin: Advanced Spanish: Conversational
Chronologie
CELTA - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
Cambridge
2026.08 - 2026.08
Student Relations & Partnerships Officer
Institut Catholique de Paris _ French Language and Culture Institute (ILCF)
2025.03 - 2026.04
Sales Assistant / Shipping Coordinator
F. Lorée de Gourdon (Oboe Manufacturer)
2023.03 - 2023.11
Office Manager / Shipping Coordinator
Ouster (LiDAR Sensor Manufacturer)
2022.03 - 2022.10
Content Creator
PrepMyFuture
2017.04 - 2018.08
Mandarin Chinese intermediate language certificate - Mandarin, Chinois
Beijing language and culture university
2015.06 - 2015.07
Office Manager/ Sales Planner
The Economist Group
2015.05 - 2017.04
EMBA International Programs Assistant
HEC Paris
2013.04 - 2015.02
Visa and passport specialist
Travel Document Express
2010.06 - 2011.02
BA in liberal arts - International relations
American University
2006.01 - 2009.05
Yoga teacher training (YTT 200) - Hatha Yoga
Rainbow Light Yoga