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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

I worked alongside a co-teacher. We both had IAs that we also had to create lesson plans for. Our caseload was 155 in a k-4 school. The lesson plans that I implemented were based on current data and had to reflect their ELA curriculum. My co-teacher and I split the caseload. Many of our students were newcomers with 0 English language proficiency. I increased exited 4th graders by 50% before they moved on to MS. I collaborated with teachers and sent out regular strategies to use with MLL students via Google Drive to staff school-wide. We had half of our overall previous MLL students meet their growth expectation for the year of 23-24 according to WIDA ACCESS scores.

Gallatin, Tennessee, United States

Middle School ELD Teacher for 6th -8th grade

United States

taught lessons with an online platform and developed curriculum for reading, writing, and science to English language learners

VIPKID is a forerunner in the booming online education industry in China. As an online ESL teacher, I prepare material, teach, and assess students ages 4 to 14. Each privately taught VIPKID class is 25-28 minutes in duration. I currently am certified to teach trial classes, Unit Assessments, TOEFE primary classes, Levels 2 through 5, and PreVIP. Levels 2-5 encompasses beginner to proficient L2 English learners. I strive to provide a thoroughly prepared lesson which include vivid visuals(online through ManyCam and tangible props in my classroom), extended learning activities and engaging reward systems. I take advantage of the ability to incorporate clipart, gifs, and online worksheets within the online classroom platform. When preparing for my classes, I take into consideration brain-based learning strategies to enhance learning and retention by association. Visuals, props, realia, music, and games are a few of the ways I extend the learning. Total Physical Response( TPR) is also a language assistance strategy which I always use for classes, especially beginner ELLs. For pronunciation, intonation and diction practice, I will include tongue twisters, rhymes and riddles, poems, and dictation exercises. Correcting mispronounced words or phonics, is especially key so as keep these mistakes from becoming fossilized in the learner's brain. I love working for VIPKID, and the opportunity and experience it is providing for me. One of the best parts of this job is being able to form meaningful relationships with your students! Some students I see three times a week. It is a wonderful opportunity to not only teach these students about life in America, but also to have them teach me about their life and culture!

Lebanon, Tennessee, United States

We, at Wilson County Schools, use the method of content-based teaching for our ESOL students. I use this method to preteach, teach, and reteach students the same content that they are learning currently during their general education classes. My students currently range from k-8. We do not have an ESOL curriculum, so I must spend a lot of time planning and finding resources for my classes. I must communicate with teachers on an almost daily basis. I also must handle continuous administrative tasks for each student. I educate and train staff on how to effectively differentiate and modify tasks for ELLs. I also administer their yearly ELP test created by WIDA.

Nashville, Tn

I create hand crafted artisan jewelry which is inspired by Scripture. I have an online shop through Etsy which you may visit at www.esty.com/shop/boundwiththeword or my facebook page located at www.facebook.com/boundwiththeword. I use profits from this ministry/business to bless ministries around the world and missionaries as well as my family. Each piece I create is created with utmost detail and attention. I take great pride in my work. I see it not only as a business but also as a ministry. I have been able to also donate pieces to online adoption auctions and online auctions for orphanages in Africa.

Lebanon, Tennessee

Daily assisting one special needs child. Aiding, assisting, organizing, tutoring, mobility assistance, and anything else she needs to continue her progress and to be successful in her studies. I collaborated with the student's teachers and parents to help the child access and complete grade-level content.

Wilson County, Tennessee

Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.· Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.· Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.· Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.· Plan, prepare, and develop various teaching aids such as bibliographies, charts, and graphs.· Operate classroom technical media such as projectors, DVDs, CD ROMS, and computers.· Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports and crafts.

Nashville, Tn

Attend quarterly board meetings to record minutes.· Compile, transcribe, and distribute minutes of meetings.· Consult with board members to establish goals and objectives for outreach opportunities both nationally and internationally, and to develop ways to encourage program participation.· Research and distribute resources, such as information on statistics, trafficking cases, and current local and international events, to educate and inform other board members and volunteers. · Publicize events and information about Hope Again through sources such as newspapers, emails, and social media.· Manage and aid in the planning of fundraising events, by creating graphics for advertisements, collaborating with other board members regarding venue locations, managing ticket sales, and soliciting resources for silent auctions.· Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.· Meet with individuals, special interest groups and others on behalf of Hope Again.· Attend scheduled meetings via Skype with International Directors in India on regular basis to maintain clear and current communication concerning goals and objectives.· Invent new and creative ways to raise funds, such as custom made artisan jewelry and art to list for sale on website and through social media.

Lebanon, Tn

Investigate webpages for potential security threats and rate them accordinglyIdentify relevance of website searches as related to search topicDetermine whether the webpage is original and authentic or mostly copied information from another website by copying and pasting excerpts from their passages in a search engine.Rate the overall quality of a website by looking for authenticity, stability, information, checking all links, and advertisements

Greenbrier, Tn

Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention.Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips.Read to children and teach them painting, drawing, crafts, and songs.Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.Perform general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls.

Muncie, Indiana Area

Converse with customer to determine destination, mode of transportation, travel dates, financial considerations, and accommodations required.Provide customer with brochures and publications containing travel information, such as local customs, points of interest, or foreign country regulations.Book transportation and hotel reservations, using computer terminal or telephone.Compute cost of travel and accommodations, or quote package tour's costs and collect payment.

M.Ed C, Curriculum And Instruction Leadership With Focus On Tesol, 3.8 Gpa

Activities and Societies: 60+ hours of professional development and ESOL conferences. Member of TNTESOL.

Ed.S, Educational Leadership And Administration, General

current student

Sped Endorsement, K-8

Endorsement course for SpEd

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Geography/ Specialization In Travel/Tourism

Activities and Societies: German ClubMinor: German