Alma Richards
Florence ,KY
Summary
Dynamic educator and translator with a proven track record at Lincoln Academy Charter School, enhancing student motivation and comprehension through innovative lesson planning and multimedia strategies. Skilled in cross-cultural communication and problem-solving, I significantly improved academic success and fostered a positive learning environment. Expert in adapting teaching strategies to diverse learning styles, ensuring significant student engagement and support.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Lincoln Academy Charter School
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
Translator and Interpreter
Rose Garden Mission
2024.06 - Current
- Upheld strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive information or classified documents for clients.
- Improved cultural understanding among caregivers and patients by providing real-time language translation during patient visits and medical examination's and practices.
- Calling patients to explain the results of their labs, recommendations written on their charts, and instructions on their medications.
English Tutor
Home Business
2010.05 - 2020.01
- Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills by implementing interactive and engaging lesson plans.
- Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
- Developed personalized tutoring sessions based on student needs, leading to improved academic performance.
- Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
- Increased student confidence in spoken English through consistent practice and constructive feedback during conversational exercises.
Education
English Language Teaching Certification -
The Anglo Academy - Anglocentro Antonio Caso
C. Maestro Antonio Caso 127- Colonia San RafaelSkills
- Student Motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student Support
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Team Collaboration
- Online Teaching
- Adapting to Different Learning Styles
- Teaching strategies
- Reading Comprehension
- Student-Centered Learning
- Cross-cultural communication
- English for Specific Purposes
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Translator and Interpreter
Rose Garden Mission
2024.06 - Current
English Tutor
Home Business
2010.05 - 2020.01
English Teacher
Lincoln Academy Charter School
English Language Teaching Certification -
The Anglo Academy - Anglocentro Antonio Caso