Anna Cole
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Experienced educator specializing in ESL instruction with a proven track record in diverse learning environments. Background includes teaching in South Korea, the UK, and Italy, providing a unique perspective on language acquisition. Strong communication skills enhanced by performance and public speaking experience, dedicated to fostering confidence in adult learners' conversational English. Committed to creating engaging and supportive learning experiences for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
In-House Design Assistant
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha
2024.08 - Current
- Support planning and execution of photo shoots
- Assist with website updates to reflect current products and promotions.
- Incorporate feedback from client meetings into design alterations
- Assist in designing promotional materials, enhancing company visibility in competitive markets.
- Maintain consistent brand identity across different platforms with meticulous attention to detail.
- Review current industry trends and worked findings into designs.
- Utilise Adobe to create visually compelling graphics and layouts for digital and print materials.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sioux Falls School District
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha
2023.03 - Current
- Manage classroom environments for varying ages
- Implement lesson plans for varying subjects and grade levels
- Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Provide assistance to teachers by setting up equipment for lessons.
- Promote inclusive classroom atmosphere by embracing diverse learning styles.
- Incorporate technology into teaching process, enhancing accessibility and engagement levels among students.
Wedding DJ
Complete Weddings and Events
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha
2023.03 - Current
- Deliver personalised playlists tailored to specific themes or events.
- Coordinate with event organisers for smooth operation of gigs and events.
- Portray confidence and gregarious personality to build rapport with audiences, employing vocal enhancement skills.
- Engage guests at special events by playing fun, lively songs and encouraging dancing.
- Communicate closely with clients to determine music styles best suited for wedding, parties and other events.
Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
New York, New York
2019.02 - 2020.03
- Provided clear instructions to students, facilitating better understanding of topics.
- Delivered lesson content clearly, enhancing students' comprehension of subjects.
- Achieved effective classroom management with strong disciplinary skills.
Early Childhood Teacher
NY Kids Club
New York, New York
2019.01 - 2020.03
- Assessed individual learner needs, tailoring teaching techniques accordingly.
- Implemented innovative play-based learning strategies, fostering creativity in students.
- Supported special needs learners integrating them effectively into mainstream classes.
- Developed children's social skills for positive interactions with peers and adults.
- Nurtured children's emotional intelligence to foster empathy and understanding.
- Devised educational games thus making learning more enjoyable and effective for the students.
- Enhanced children's language abilities through interactive storytelling sessions.
- Managed classroom behaviour, ensuring a safe, respectful atmosphere.
Actor
Freelance
New York, New York
2013.09 - 2020.03
- Cultivated strong relationships with fellow actors promoting a harmonious working environment.
- Engaged in improvisation exercises enhancing creative contribution to the performance.
- Collaborated on script development for improved storylines.
- Demonstrated confident, positive and upbeat attitude and high stamina during long work periods.
- Brought out character traits through body language, gestures and facial expressions.
- Took direction, modifying delivery to perform at highest level.
- Performed in front of the camera or on set as directed by production team.
- Attended auditions and casting calls to auditions for roles.
- Maintained 100% punctuality to reduce shooting schedule delays.
- Engaged audiences through passionate, evocative storytelling.
ESL teacher
Gwangmyong SLP
Gwangmyong, South Korea
2010.05 - 2010.08
- Implemented curriculum for English language learners to improve overall proficiency.
- Facilitated cultural awareness sessions, fostering global understanding among students.
- Motivated students towards active participation in class activities for better retention of knowledge.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans by integrating educational games and interactive learning tools.
Education
AAS - Media Design Technology
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD, USA 2023.08 - 2025.05
AAS - Entrepreneurship
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD, USA 2025.08 -
Bachelor of Science - Art History, Theater
State University of New York at Brockport
Brockport, NY, USA 2004.08 - 2008.12
Study Abroad Program - Studio Art, Theater
University of Westminster
London, UK 2008.01 - 2008.05
Study Abroad Program - Studio Art, Theater
State University of New York at Purchase
Pisciotta, Italy 2008.06 - 2008.08
Skills
- Native English speaker
- ESL teaching experience
- Lesson delivery and classroom management
- Public speaking
- Lived and worked abroad
- Cross-cultural communication
- Understanding of language learning from student perspective
- Marketing and content creation
- Media and design literacy
- Organization and lesson planning
Timeline
AAS - Entrepreneurship
Southeast Technical College
2025.08 -
In-House Design Assistant
Southeast Technical College
2024.08 - Current
AAS - Media Design Technology
Southeast Technical College
2023.08 - 2025.05
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Sioux Falls School District
2023.03 - Current
Wedding DJ
Complete Weddings and Events
2023.03 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Kokua Education
2019.02 - 2020.03
Early Childhood Teacher
NY Kids Club
2019.01 - 2020.03
Actor
Freelance
2013.09 - 2020.03
ESL teacher
Gwangmyong SLP
2010.05 - 2010.08
Study Abroad Program - Studio Art, Theater
State University of New York at Purchase
2008.06 - 2008.08
Study Abroad Program - Studio Art, Theater
University of Westminster
2008.01 - 2008.05
Bachelor of Science - Art History, Theater
State University of New York at Brockport
2004.08 - 2008.12