English Language Learner Teacher with expertise in collaboration and tailored instruction. Proven ability to boost student engagement through culturally relevant lesson plans and strong communication with parents.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Language Learner Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School
Evansville
08.2024 - Current
Collaborated with teachers to support student learning goals.
Incorporated cultural elements into classroom activities when appropriate for better understanding among students from diverse backgrounds.
Provided individualized instruction for English language learners based on student needs and abilities.
Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in learning the English language.
Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English language learners grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Collaborated with other teachers and staff members to develop strategies that best meet the needs of English language learners.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching ELLs so as stay up-to-date with new developments in this field.
Implemented instructional strategies to enhance student understanding.
Elementary School Teacher
Evansville Vander
Evansville
08.1991 - 05.2024
Assessed student progress through various evaluation methods and tools.
Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
Created classroom environment that was conducive to learning, including establishing rules and procedures.
Served as mentor for new teachers in the department.
Supervised extracurricular activities such as clubs or sports teams.
Implemented multiple methods to improve student educational success.
Engaged parents in meaningful dialogue about their child's academic performance.
Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
Education
Certification of Teaching English As A Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
11-2025
Master of Science - Elementary Education
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
05-1995
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Evansville
Evansville, IN
05-1991
Skills
Lesson planning
Classroom management
Effective communication
Student assessment
Cultural competency
Curriculum design
Affiliations
Reading
Gardening
Travel
Accomplishments
Highly Effective Teacher
Nominated Elementary Teacher of the Year 2023
Certification
Certification in Teacher of English as a Second Language
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
English Language Learner Teacher
Evansville Vanderburgh School
08.2024 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Evansville Vander
08.1991 - 05.2024
Certification of Teaching English As A Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language
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