Faculty Teaching Coordinator

• Mar 2021 - Present

ADMINISTRATOR, FACULTY DEVELOPMENT LEADER, ESL PROGRAM DIRECTOR

• Sep 2017 - Oct 2021

In this role, I oversee strategic initiatives to create a program of excellence for students to excel in every aspect of English language learning, while building confidence in content area classes and developing connections both culturally and spiritually. I nurture faith-based development of faculty and staff by providing opportunities for spiritual growth and continuing education by equipping teachers with pedagogy and tools in teaching multiple levels of ESL, while creating learning environment that is both linguistically and culturally responsive for the glory of God.Key Accomplishments:• Conceptualized and initiated International Student Program, increasing international student income from $30K to over $500K annually.• Designed online education platforms and lead training for teachers and staff, ensuring continued education for all students during COVID-19 pandemic.• Created curriculum, lesson plans, and formative assessments to better engage teachers in the classroom, improving student engagement and achievement of learning objectives.• Developed mentoring program for all new teachers, observation protocol, providing recommendations to achieve goals and enhance teaching practice.• Designed professional development (PD) workshops for all PD days in Atlantic Canada, identifying weaknesses in school programming and collaborating with teachers to initiate plan for process improvement.• Facilitated partnership with various schools of education, supporting and managing pre-service candidate practicum to encourage advancement into the field of teaching.

International Student Director / ESL Program Coordinator

• Sep 2014 - Oct 2021

Initiate International Student admission tours.Asses International Student language ability.Create opportunities for host-family bonding.Develop and implement school-wide ESL program. Facilitate teacher mentoring for ESL program success.Design Professional Development training for staff.Generate after school ESL and Summer programing.

ESL Specialist

• Sep 2012 - Oct 2021

Develop and implement ESL program curriculum, pre / post assessments, special events, summer programs and research.

Teacher

• Sep 2012 - Sep 2017

Teach K-12 English, ESL, Journalism, Grade 12 AP, Creative Writing, Biology 12 Develop and implement ESL program. Facilitate teacher mentoring for first year staff.Coordinate school-wide summit to stop cyber-bullying.Generate a love for reading by facilitating the Love of Reading week.

Librarian

• 2011 - 2013

Develop a school-wide love of reading week. Organize student presentations. Assign reading buddies. Create Stop, Drop & Read Events. Coordinate character and author activities.

ESL TEACHER AND ENRICHMENT COORDINATOR

• Sep 2011 - Jun 2013

For this position, I planned programs of study to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students by creating a classroom environment conducive to learning. I developed and taught lesson plans to fulfill the requirements of district curriculum and provide written evidence of active student preparation. I also evaluated student progress and provided ongoing guidance and support. Key Accomplishments: • Created community pathway programs to assist new immigrants to province, including evening classes, summer programs, and after school tutoring to improve non-native language speaking skills. • Integrated literacy coaching into teaching practice, modifying and accommodating curriculum through best practices and ongoing assessment to ensure high-quality content.

ENGLISH TEACHER AND AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

• 2008 - 2012

Here, I provided instruction in Honors and AP level ESL, TOEFL Team, and Journalism classes. I promoted student social and intellectual growth through the creation of a flexible program and an environment favorable to learning in accordance with each student's ability. Additionally, I developed, implemented, monitored, and evaluated instructional programming to meet the needs of ELL students.Key Accomplishments:• Developed and implemented new after-school Reading Rocks Program, integrating literacy mentoring to build student's love of reading.• Created new lesson plans and curriculum for grades 7-12 English classes, ensuring implementation of appropriate learning objectives at each stage to promote student development.• Facilitated Love of Reading Week across Academy, promoting regular reading habits and providing students with tools to overcome reading obstacles.• Mentored first-year staff to ensure instructional resources were in place and professional development related to ELL learners was achieved.

Teacher of English

• 2009 - 2011

Grade 7-12 English Literature Teacher, ESL / TOFEL Team, Journalism and AP English