Gregorio Garay
Monticello,NY
Summary
Confident English as a Second Language Tutor with over 12 years of hands-on experience working with non-native English speakers to help improve reading, writing, and speaking abilities. Skillful in facilitating listening and speaking activities and creating custom lesson plans depending on student level of English proficiency. Committed to establishing rapport with students to develop comfortable and approachable learning.
Currently using Google Classroom, Quizizz.com, ZOOM, and Office Suite to enhance the learning environment. Committed instructor with demonstrated success in contributing innovation and creativity to educational institutions. Sound knowledge of school systems, learning styles, and student development. Dedicated to improving school curriculum and assisting students with unique learning needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Adult ESL Tutor
Literacy Volunteers Of Sullivan County
Monticello, NY
10.2010 - Current
- Built opportunities for real-world language use and learning outside the classroom or formal learning environment.
- Demonstrated pronunciation and taught regional language differences.
- Designed engaging instructional materials and activities.
- Worked with students in person and via online classroom technology.
- Assessed student proficiency and designed lesson plans to target weak areas.
- Assigned sight words and extended vocabulary using phonetic instruction.
- Conducted tutorial services for students to provide academic support in computer programming and Advanced Technologies.
- Participated in training classes to improve tutoring practices and learn new tutoring techniques.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Implemented listening and questioning strategies to diagnose student needs and monitor progress.
- Participated in professional development activities to improve tutorial skills and grow cultural competence and reflection skills.
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers, parents, and administrators.
Independent Educational Consultant
New Hope Community Inc.
Loch Sheldrake, NY
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Created libraries to help students gain new knowledge, skills and dispositions for learning and personal development.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff to assess education standards and classroom policies and implement changes based on data.
- Performed detailed and comprehensive evaluations of teaching and support staff.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Personal Development, Community Awareness, and General Education.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
Education
Ph.D. - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Argosy University
Orange, CA04.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
South University
Savannah, GA12.2014
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Sullivan County Community College
Loch Sheldrake, NY05.2010
Skills
- Teaching Foundational Study Skills
- Individual and small-group instruction
- Student Evaluation and Needs Assessment
- Encouraging and Motivating Students
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Organization and Planning Skills
- Developing Individualized Lessons
- Academic Performance Improvement
- Problem-Solving Support
- Creating Customized Learning Plans
- Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
- In-Class or At-Home Support
- Video Conferencing
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Activity-Based Learning
- Experience with Students Ages 5 and Up
- Special Education Background
- Establishing Learning Goals
- Age-Appropriate Curriculum
- Facilitating Online Learning
- Curriculum Review and Lesson Preparation
- Differentiated Instruction
- Academic Advice and Counseling
- Individualized Learning Plans
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
Certified ESL Tutor
Certified Special Ed Instructor
Certified TABE instructor
- Organizational Development and Change Agent
- Human Resources Manager
- Curriculum Development
- Adult Education Specialist
- Immigration Specialist
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Independent Educational Consultant
New Hope Community Inc.
07.2015 - 01.2020
Adult ESL Tutor
Literacy Volunteers Of Sullivan County
10.2010 - Current
Ph.D. - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Walden University
Master of Arts - Industrial And Organizational Psychology
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
South University
Associate of Arts - Humanities
Sullivan County Community College
Certified ESL Tutor
Certified Special Ed Instructor
Certified TABE instructor
- Organizational Development and Change Agent
- Human Resources Manager
- Curriculum Development
- Adult Education Specialist
- Immigration Specialist
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