EMMA PLUQUET
Houston
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
- Teaches French to 9 and 10 graders.
- Utilizes various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
- Collaborates on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
French Teacher
Saint Thomas High School
08.2016 - 06.2024
- Teaches French as Foreign Language from 9th grade to AP French Language and Culture (12th grade).
- Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Assisted struggling students with individualized tutoring sessions, improving their overall performance in class.
- Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
French Teacher
Lafourche Parish School board
08.2007 - 06.2016
- Taught French as Foreign Language to children from third to fifth grade.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Teacher
Institut de Formation Continue d'Etterbeek
02.2007 - 06.2007
- Taught French as Foreign Language to Community College Students.
- Advised students on course selection, progress toward graduation and career decisions.
- Coached students on public speaking and presentation skills.
- Taught classes and presented self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
French Teacher
Institut Raymond Thibault
10.2006 - 02.2007
- Taught French as Foreign Language to college students and adults.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environment.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Encouraged active participation by designing engaging group activities and interactive presentations.
French and Latin Teacher
Ecole Privée A Programmes Belges De Lubumbashi
09.2004 - 06.2006
- Taught Latin and French (grammar, syntax and literature) to middle and high school students in international setting.
- Provided training to Congolese French teachers for APEFE (Association for Education and Training Abroad, part of Belgian ministry for cooperation to development).
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Assisted with student organization events to promote student engagement.
- Established a supportive classroom environment that fostered open communication and mutual respect between all participants.
- Participated in senior trips for students.
French Teacher
C.L.L, Languages, Louvain-La-Neuve University
09.2003 - 08.2004
- Taught French as Foreign Language to adults foreigners (private classes and group classes)
- On demand French lessons for professionals.
- Planned, evaluated and revised course content and course materials to fit students’ needs and demands.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Conducted tutoring sessions at schools, homes and public spaces.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational, Higher Education Administration
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LouisianaPost Graduate Degree (one Year Master) - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Post Graduate Degree (one Year Master) - Development, Environment and Communities
Universite Catholique De Louvain
Bachelor of Arts - Romance Languages and Literatures
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Skills
- P>Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- P>Flexible and Adaptable
- Native french speaker
- Reliability
- Active listening
- P>Relationship building
- P>Responsible and reliable
- P>Attention to Detail
- Online teaching experience
- Classroom management
- Cross-cultural communication
- Collaboration with colleagues
Certification
- Texas Teacher certificates
- Real estate appraiser trainee education and practice (AI PAREA)
Timeline
French Teacher
Katy Independent School District
08.2024 - Current
French Teacher
Saint Thomas High School
08.2016 - 06.2024
French Teacher
Lafourche Parish School board
08.2007 - 06.2016
Teacher
Institut de Formation Continue d'Etterbeek
02.2007 - 06.2007
French Teacher
Institut Raymond Thibault
10.2006 - 02.2007
French and Latin Teacher
Ecole Privée A Programmes Belges De Lubumbashi
09.2004 - 06.2006
French Teacher
C.L.L, Languages, Louvain-La-Neuve University
09.2003 - 08.2004
Post Graduate Degree (one Year Master) - Teaching French As A Second Or Foreign Language
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Post Graduate Degree (one Year Master) - Development, Environment and Communities
Universite Catholique De Louvain
Bachelor of Arts - Romance Languages and Literatures
Universite Libre De Bruxelles
Master of Arts - Educational, Higher Education Administration
Nicholls State University
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