Alyssa Skiff
Morristown,NJ
Summary
Dynamic ESL and Spanish Teacher with a proven track record at East Hanover Board Of Education, enhancing student engagement and proficiency through innovative teaching strategies and multimedia integration. Excelled in curriculum development and personalized instruction, significantly boosting learning outcomes. Skilled in both English and Spanish, adept at fostering interactive learning environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
East Hanover Board Of Education
2023.09 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Addressed diverse learning needs by providing differentiated instruction to accommodate various learning styles.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension skills by implementing tailored reading strategies for each individual.
- Increased collaboration among students with group assignments and peer review sessions.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed to optimize learning outcomes.
- Boosted student confidence in speaking abilities through consistent practice and constructive feedback.
- Supported English language learners by adapting teaching methods and materials to suit their unique requirements.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop cross-curricular projects that reinforced core concepts across multiple subject areas.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in lesson plans.
- Strengthened students'' writing skills through focused lessons on grammar, punctuation, and overall composition techniques.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
Spanish Teacher
East Hanover Board Of Education
2009.09 - Current
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Muhlenberg College
Allentown, PA05.2009
Skills
- Grammar Teaching
- Online Teaching
- Student Engagement
- Multimedia Integration
- Teaching Strategies
- Curriculum Development
- Course Material Creation
- Product Development
- Spanish & English Fluency
- Learning Management Systems
- Instructional Coaching
- Interactive Learning
Timeline
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
East Hanover Board Of Education
2023.09 - Current
Spanish Teacher
East Hanover Board Of Education
2009.09 - Current
Master of Arts - Educational, Instructional, And Curriculum Supervision
Kean University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Muhlenberg College
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