Bekki Holtz

• Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments to ensure appropriate instructional strategies were applied.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in world language education and incorporate new techniques into teaching strategies.
• Promoted global awareness by organizing cultural events and inviting guest speakers from different countries to share their experiences with students.
• Increased student interest in world languages by incorporating cultural activities and real-life scenarios into lesson plans.
• Provided individualized support for struggling learners by developing customized tutoring sessions tailored to their unique needs.
• Utilized differentiated instruction methods to accommodate various learning abilities within the classroom, ensuring all students made significant progress toward language goals.
• Mentored new World Language Teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing guidance on curriculum development.
• Implemented project-based learning assignments that allowed students to explore real-world applications of language skills while fostering creativity and collaboration.
• Developed students'' language proficiency through targeted speaking, listening, reading, and writing exercises.
• Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary units, reinforcing connections between world languages and other subjects.
• Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect for diversity and encouraged open communication among students.
• Enhanced classroom experience with the use of multimedia tools to support diverse learning styles.
• Introduced innovative assessment tools such as digital portfolios and self-assessments, enabling better tracking of student growth over time.
• Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.

• Taught French courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students.
• Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
• Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
• Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
• Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
• Managed student performance using automated reporting system, leveraging data to identify student learning needs and create action plans to overcome learning deficiencies.
• Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring content was up-to-date and relevant to industry trends.
• Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
• Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
• Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
• Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.
• Implemented innovative teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
• Enhanced departmental collaboration by co-creating interdisciplinary courses that broadened students' academic perspectives and understanding.
• Improved learning outcomes with integration of technology in teaching methods, utilizing multimedia presentations and online resources.
• Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring course content met current academic and industry standards while also fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Adapted course materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in notably higher student satisfaction rates.
• Facilitated connections between students and professionals in field, organizing guest lectures and networking events that enriched educational experience.
• Led workshops for faculty on inclusive teaching practices, promoting more welcoming and supportive learning environment for all students.
• Enhanced student engagement in complex subjects by developing and implementing interactive learning sessions.
• Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of pedagogical innovations, applying new teaching strategies that enhanced classroom dynamics.
• Analyzed student feedback to identify areas for improvement, leading to targeted enhancements that increased course effectiveness and student satisfaction.
• Coordinated with other faculty members to align course objectives across curriculum, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive educational journey for students.
• Enhanced academic integrity within courses by implementing rigorous assessment methods that fairly evaluated student knowledge and discouraged dishonest practices.
• Conducted evaluations of teaching methods and course materials, making informed adjustments that consistently improved course ratings.
• Conducted comprehensive research in specialized fields to contribute to academic knowledge, leading to publication of several peer-reviewed articles.
• Spearheaded community outreach program that connected students with local organizations for service learning opportunities, enhancing their real-world experience and community engagement.
• Mentored students on academic and career aspirations, providing guidance that led to significant improvements in their academic performance and career choices.
• Fostered collaborative learning environment, encouraging student participation and critical thinking through thoughtfully designed group projects and discussions.
• Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
• Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
• Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
• Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
• Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
• Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
• Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
• Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
• Met with students to dispense study and career advice and provide guidance and potential opportunities within chosen field.
• Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.

• Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
• Created reading lists with materials to promote student comprehension of written French.
• Built cultural literacy by organizing lesson plans focused on French-speaking countries.
• Developed and implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
• Designed curriculum to meet learning institution requirements and instill comprehensive knowledge of French language and culture in students.
• Facilitated extracurricular activities centered around French and Spanish.
• Facilitated extracurricular activities centered around [Language].
• Designed and administered assessments to evaluate student progress and comprehension.
• Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
• Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
• Sourced optimal curricula and developed lesson plans to fully cover target material for each course.
• Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
• Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
• Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
• Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
• Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for French and Spanish language students.
• Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments to ensure appropriate instructional strategies were applied.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in world language education and incorporate new techniques into teaching strategies.
• Promoted global awareness by organizing cultural events and inviting guest speakers from different countries to share their experiences with students.
• Increased student interest in world languages by incorporating cultural activities and real-life scenarios into lesson plans.
• Provided individualized support for struggling learners by developing customized tutoring sessions tailored to their unique needs.
• Utilized differentiated instruction methods to accommodate various learning abilities within the classroom, ensuring all students made significant progress toward language goals.
• Mentored new World Language Teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing guidance on curriculum development.
• Implemented project-based learning assignments that allowed students to explore real-world applications of language skills while fostering creativity and collaboration.
• Developed students'' language proficiency through targeted speaking, listening, reading, and writing exercises.
• Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary units, reinforcing connections between world languages and other subjects.
• Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect for diversity and encouraged open communication among students.

In addition to being a Preschool/Kindergarten teacher, I also developed the curriculum and taught French and Spanish language and culture to the students. Since many of the students were not yet able to read, I devised many oral and hands-on activities.

• Honoree of admission to the Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society

• Awarded The French Award, and many others.
• Dean's List: I made the Dean's List pretty much my entire academic career.
• Scholarship Recipient: I've received so many. I can provide their names, if you are interested in seeing them.