Benedict Mckarty
Mandeville,LA
Summary
French and ESL teacher for more that 20 years, Upholds high levels of curriculum design while staying abreast of Educational Leadership trends and best practices.
Developed strong communication and instructional skills in educational environment, focusing on language acquisition and cultural appreciation. Demonstrated ability to create engaging lesson plans and adapt to diverse learning styles. Seeking to leverage these transferrable skills in new field, bringing passion for education and commitment to fostering growth and understanding.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Languages and Arts Department Chairperson
International High School of New Orleans
08.2017 - Current
- Led faculty development initiatives to improve teaching quality and enhance student learning outcomes.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the department, creating a welcoming environment for all students, staff, and faculty members.
- Streamlined administrative tasks such as scheduling classes or assigning instructors.
- Promoted a culture of academic excellence by mentoring junior faculty members and providing constructive feedback on their performance.
- Facilitated regular meetings with colleagues to discuss best practices in teaching methodologies, research trends, and emerging technologies relevant to the discipline.
- Evaluated curricula across programs to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
- Collaborated with administration to develop strategic plans for program growth and curriculum enhancement.
- Planned and executed professional development sessions for department faculty and staff.
- Observed, coached and mentored department staff.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and retention of top-quality faculty members to maintain high educational standards within the department.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes within the department that led to improved resource allocation decisions based on objective measures of performance indicators.
High School French Language Teacher
International High School of New Orleans
08.2016 - Current
- Adapted teaching methods to address diverse learning styles and meet individual student needs effectively.
- Boosted students'' language fluency through engaging oral practice exercises and classroom conversations.
- Supervised extracurricular clubs like the French Club or the French Honor Society, encouraging further exploration of Francophone culture outside of classes.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing constructive feedback and tailored support.
- Improved students'' written communication skills through regular assignments focused on grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
- Developed clear rubrics for grading assignments consistently across all levels of courses taught within the department.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to ensure all learners could access course materials successfully despite varying abilities or backgrounds.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized, supportive, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
- Supported the school''s foreign language department by organizing cultural events that promoted global awareness and appreciation of French culture.
Elementary French & ESL Teacher
Saint Landry Parish School Board
08.2009 - 07.2012
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Adapted instructional methods according to each student''s distinct learning style, resulting in increased confidence and improved performance on assignments.
- Improved reading comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.
Education
Education -
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL04.2016
Francophone Studies -
University of Louisiana Lafayette (ULL)
Lafayette, LA05.2010
Economics and Development Studies -
Unversity of Geneva
Geneva, Geneva10.1993
High Seminary - Philosophy and Romana Philology
High Seminary
Butare, Butare02.1989
Skills
- Curriculum Design
- Schools Administration
- Coaching
- Mentoring
Affiliations
- Modern Language Association (MLA
- American Folklore Society
Certification
Louisiana's K-12 Foreign Language Teaching Certificate (Level 3)
Louisiana ESL Teaching Certificate (Level 3)
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Latin
Limited Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Languages and Arts Department Chairperson
International High School of New Orleans
08.2017 - Current
High School French Language Teacher
International High School of New Orleans
08.2016 - Current
Elementary French & ESL Teacher
Saint Landry Parish School Board
08.2009 - 07.2012
Francophone Studies -
University of Louisiana Lafayette (ULL)
Economics and Development Studies -
Unversity of Geneva
High Seminary - Philosophy and Romana Philology
High Seminary
Education -
Keiser University
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