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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Additional Information
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Angela Popovic

Angela Popovic

San Diego,CA

Summary

Competent college-level teacher bringing proven success as English language instructor over successful career. Effectively interest students in subject matter to drive home information and broaden horizons. Polished speaker and presenter with excellent recordkeeping and tutoring skills. Dedicated professional with 8 years of experience instructing learners in English language. Gifted in curriculum development and lecturing to maximize student engagement and learning. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Teacher

Q International School
San Diego, CA
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Planned and implemented lessons to positively increase vocabulary and sentence structure skills.
  • Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
  • Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
  • Taught over 50 lessons per week to over 1000 students throughout 8 grade levels
  • Teamed with other faculty members and parents to outline IEPs for gifted, talented and special education students, addressing diverse teaching approaches for special learning requirements

English Translator

Saint Sava Learning Center
Belgrade, MN
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Edited and proofread text to accurately reflect English language.
  • Translated legal and research materials from Serbian to English.
  • Referred to reference materials such as dictionaries, lexicons and encyclopedias to verify translation accuracy.
  • Listened to speakers' statements to determine meanings and prepare translations, frequently using electronic listening systems.

English Language Teacher

Elementary School, ''1300 Kaplara''
Belgrade, Serbia
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Planned and implemented lessons to positively increase vocabulary and sentence structure skills.
  • Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe, known environment for behavior among students.
  • Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.

English as a Second Language Teacher

Medical High School
Belgrade Serbia
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.

Academic English Instructor

Cambridge Academy
01.2017 - 09.2018
  • Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
  • Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
  • Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
  • Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
  • Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
  • Led committee creating school-wide assessments and producing exams used throughout English department.

Kindergarten English Teacher

Kindergarten "Nikola Tesla''
Belgrade, MN
09.2016 - 06.2018
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Coordinated theme days for classes to encourage interest in reading, resulting in significant increase in reading scores.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Faculty of Philology, Belgrade, Serbia
02.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature

Faculty of Philology And Arts, Belgrade
04.2016

Faculty of Philology

  • Member of Anglistika
  • Elected to be a President for Anglistika in 2011

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Team building
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Self-Motivated
  • Client Communication
  • Bug Fixes
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Computer Vision
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Progress Reporting
  • Public Speaking
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 50 staff members.
  • Earned a 10-month contract to work in Serbia teaching ESL to Serbian-speaking students of all ages.
  • Consistently rated "excellent" in customer surveys regarding server friendliness, promptness and attentiveness.
  • Performance Management - Successfully deployed complex end-to-end business intelligence solutions that delivered business value to functional organizations. Facilitated effective working relationships between client, partners and project teams throughout project lifecycles.
  • Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Creative Problem Solving: - Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Maximized department performance through strong decision making, problem-solving and project management skills.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Additional Information

Angela is an exceptional leader, technology expert, and skilled communicator, with a passion for driving innovation in the realms of technology and artificial intelligence. Her outstanding achievement in winning the Junior Achievement competition in 2010, where she developed a groundbreaking ecological business idea, highlights her remarkable leadership qualities.

As a leader, Angela possesses a unique blend of strategic thinking, visionary outlook, and the ability to inspire and motivate teams. Her strong leadership skills enable her to navigate complex challenges and guide her team towards success. Angela's natural inclination towards taking calculated risks, coupled with her ability to make informed decisions, sets her apart as an influential and effective leader in the field of technology and AI.

Angela's expertise as a technology specialist is remarkable. Her deep knowledge in linguistics, combined with her passion for prompt engineering, enables her to develop cutting-edge solutions that leverage the power of artificial intelligence. Her technical prowess allows her to understand complex algorithms, analyze data, and develop innovative software applications. Angela's ability to bridge the gap between linguistics and technology positions her as a valuable asset in creating advanced AI systems and applications.

In addition to her technical expertise, Angela possesses exceptional communication skills that enable her to effectively convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. Her ability to articulate ideas with clarity and precision, both verbally and in writing, facilitates effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Angela's strong communication skills also play a crucial role in presenting her technological innovations to diverse audiences, captivating their attention and fostering understanding.

With her outstanding leadership abilities, technical expertise, and exceptional communication skills, Angela is poised to make a significant impact in the technology and AI landscape. Her passion for prompt engineering and deep knowledge in linguistics serve as the foundation for her groundbreaking contributions in the field. Angela's ability to lead teams, drive technological advancements, and communicate ideas effectively positions her as a highly sought-after professional in the world of technology and artificial intelligence.

Timeline

English Translator - Saint Sava Learning Center
02.2021 - 06.2022
English Language Teacher - Q International School
01.2021 - 04.2023
English Language Teacher - Elementary School, ''1300 Kaplara''
09.2019 - 06.2021
English as a Second Language Teacher - Medical High School
09.2018 - 06.2020
Academic English Instructor - Cambridge Academy
01.2017 - 09.2018
Kindergarten English Teacher - Kindergarten "Nikola Tesla''
09.2016 - 06.2018
Faculty of Philology - Master of Arts, Education
Faculty of Philology And Arts - Bachelor of Arts, English Language And Literature
Angela Popovic