Amanda Gray
CYPRESS,Texas
Summary
Passionate, and energetic ESL Instructor versed in using effective, and diversified methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary grade levels for students from over 10 different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation. Celebrates ethnic and cultural differences to enhance a cooperative learning environment for all. Excellent record of exceeding expectations for student growth in reading, writing, and speaking english as a second language.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
08.2014 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
Special Envoy Champagne Bauget-Jouette
Dionysus LLC
01.2000 - 09.2001
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Updated account information to maintain customer records.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business With Languages
University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK12.1999
Skills
- Test Methods Knowledge
- Testing and Grading
- Personalized Instruction
- Faculty Collaboration
- Reporting Requirements
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Plan Development
- Extensive English Grammar Knowledge
- Skills Enhancement
- Fluent in German
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Cypress-Fairbanks ISD
08.2014 - Current
Special Envoy Champagne Bauget-Jouette
Dionysus LLC
01.2000 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - International Business With Languages
University of Tulsa