Iris Lash-Pitterson
Elementary Educator And English Language Instructor
Litchfield Park,AZ
Summary
Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary and middle school grade levels for students from different cultural backgrounds. Experience teaching using online platforms. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Education Instructor
Cartwright School District #83
Phoenix, Arizona
08.1996 - Current
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom and schoolwide plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Instructed small groups in Tier 3 reading and early literacy instruction
- Made English comprehensible to English Learners using TPR and other EL strategies
- Coached teachers in all subject areas
- Taught grades Kindergarten through 5th grade
- Worked as a Reading Interventionist, Reading Coach, and Instructional Coach grades K-8 all subject areas
Online ESL Instructor
Independent Contractor
Litchfield Park, Arizona
12.2016 - Current
- Independent Contractor through VIPKID, Inc (12/96 - present) and Native Camp (12/21 - present)
- Integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Delivered one-on-one instruction to ESL learners
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Seoul SDA English Language Institute
Seoul, South Korea
06.1984 - 05.1986
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Loma Linda University, La Sierra Campus
Riverside, CA 08.1987 - 05.1989
Bachelor of Science - Business And Legal Administration
Greensboro College
Greensboro, NC 08.1980 - 05.1984
Skills
Individual and group instruction
American Federation of Teachers
30 Years as an ESL instructor
Conversational Language Acquisition Techniques
TESOL Foundational and Advanced Programs for Teaching English Online
Timeline
Online ESL Instructor
Independent Contractor
12.2016 - Current
Elementary Education Instructor
Cartwright School District #83
08.1996 - Current
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Loma Linda University, La Sierra Campus
08.1987 - 05.1989
English as a Second Language Teacher
Seoul SDA English Language Institute
06.1984 - 05.1986
Bachelor of Science - Business And Legal Administration
Greensboro College
08.1980 - 05.1984