Jan Lauren Ilagan

Jan brings over a decade of experience in online education and human resources management. He began his career as an online ESL tutor for Japanese learners and progressed into HR leadership roles, including serving as Senior HR and Recruitment Supervisor at a China-based education technology company for four years. His expertise includes talent acquisition, policy development, employee relations, and cross-cultural communication, with a strong focus on building effective, people-centered systems that support organizational growth.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, major in Human Resources Development Management, from San Pedro College in Davao City, Philippines. Jan is a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) in the Philippines and a Certified Technical Recruiter (CTR), underscoring his strengths in recruitment, training and development, strategic HR planning, and people operations. He also holds multiple teaching certifications for learners of English as a second language, including TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners), and TEOL (Teaching English Online), reflecting his continued commitment to education and global communication.

Currently, as Human Resources Manager at Study Smart Tutors, Jan partners with leadership to drive strategic HR initiatives that support employee growth, collaboration, and organizational excellence. He plays a key role in ensuring that the company’s mission—to empower students through high-quality educational programs—is supported by a strong, engaged, and values-driven team.