Caroline May
Gas City,IN
Summary
Dynamic ELL Director and Spanish Teacher with a proven track record at Mississinewa Community Schools, enhancing student engagement and cultural awareness. Specialized in differentiated instruction and ILP comprehension, I boosted academic achievement through innovative teaching strategies. My approach fosters a positive learning environment, emphasizing respect and empathy, while effectively meeting diverse educational needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
District ELL Director/Middle School Spanish Teacher
Mississinewa Community Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Established a safe learning environment by promoting inclusion, respect, and empathy among students.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, using data-driven analyses to inform future instructional decisions.
- Evaluated student performance regularly through assessments and observations, offering constructive feedback to promote growth.
- Promoted cultural sensitivity in the classroom by incorporating diverse materials and discussions into lessons.
- Adapted instructional strategies to meet the varying needs of each learner, ensuring equitable access to content for all students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, tailoring lessons to address individual student strengths and weaknesses.
- Assisted struggling learners with targeted interventions, leading to increased confidence and academic achievement in the subject area.
- Implemented creative assessment methods such as multimedia presentations or group projects, allowing students multiple ways of demonstrating proficiency while building essential collaboration skills.
- Promoted language retention through engaging projects and activities that reinforced vocabulary and grammar concepts.
- Boosted students'' cultural awareness by incorporating authentic materials and real-world scenarios in lessons.
District ELL Teacher
Marion Community Schools
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' language skills and academic abilities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Administered and analyzed WIDA tests to evaluate student progress.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Established a safe learning environment by promoting inclusion, respect, and empathy among students.
- Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues, sharing best practices in ELL education.
Education
Certification For Instructional Content Area - English As A New Language
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, INBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Grace College And Seminary
Winona Lake, IN12.2017
Skills
- Individual and group instruction
- Student-Centered Learning
- ILP comprehension
- Positive Learning Environment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Instructional Best Practices for ELL Students
Timeline
District ELL Director/Middle School Spanish Teacher
Mississinewa Community Schools
08.2022 - Current
District ELL Teacher
Marion Community Schools
01.2018 - 05.2022
Certification For Instructional Content Area - English As A New Language
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Grace College And Seminary
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