Waco, Texas, United States
Diversely skilled Visitor Services employee, Park Ranger, and Interpreter with nearly seven years of experience with the National Park Service and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. ESL teacher and tutor with over eight years of experience in multicultural academic settings. Master of Education degree with thesis and sub-specialization in TESOL; University IEP, developmental education, and overseas work experience; Trained in Rassias Method and Oral Proficiency Interview. Excellent communications, research, test development, proofreading, and editing skills. Continuous learner and team player. Spanish proficiency. U.S. Veteran.
Instructed intermediate students in learner-centered General English IEP classes. Worked successfully in replacement role for teacher who began the summer session. Served as consultant for conversation partners program; used student-response journals and voice recordings to personalize instruction. Participated in program activities.
Instructed high-beginning and intermediate pre-academic students and professionals in General English Listening/Speaking and Reading/Writing classes at University of Delaware IEP. Developed students' communicative competence using activities derived from Internet and utilizing host community resources. Counseled and assisted students with academic and cross-cultural adaptation needs. Participated in school events and helped manage field trips. Created and administered regular assessments.