Betheny A. Barber
Evansville,IN
Summary
Forward-thinking professional experienced working in educational settings. Focused on building connections with students to strengthen engagement and help students reach full potential. Knowledgeable about planning projects to diversify instruction, immerse students in subject material, and promote continuous skill-building.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Instructional Assistant
EVSC
03.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) for diverse student needs.
- Taught English as a Second Language to small groups of K-6 students.
- Designed lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Supervised students to ensure a safe and productive classroom environment.
- Executed various clerical and organizational tasks to support educational operations.
French Language Tutor
Independently Contracted
Evansville, IN
01.2017 - Current
- Guided college student in mastering French language 3-4 times weekly for university placement test readiness.
Manager/Keyholder
Ecco Retail LLC
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensured store security through diligent opening and closing procedures.
- Conducted customer product consultations to enhance satisfaction.
- Verified bank deposits and safe amounts for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed and trained team members to improve overall performance.
Manager/Department Head
Burlington Stores
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Ensured store security through effective opening and closing procedures.
- Verified bank deposits and safe amounts to maintain financial integrity.
- Prepared merchandise and cash for daily business operations.
- Managed ladies clothing department and fitting rooms for optimal customer experience.
- Oversaw team management and training initiatives to enhance staff performance.
- Designed layout and planograms for new store to maximize product visibility.
Archive/Special Collections Intern
University of Southern Indiana’s Lawrence Library of Manuscripts
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Managed care and preservation of items in museum storage and exhibition displays.
- Oversaw display features to enhance visitor engagement.
- Utilized PastPerfect Database for accurate categorization of museum items.
French Language Tutor
University of Southern Indiana Miller Language Lab
Evansville, IN
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Supported students in achieving language goals through tailored French learning strategies.
- Managed lab operations, overseeing procedures for student access.
- Guided students to enhance French language proficiency across all levels.
- Facilitated comprehensive French language acquisition for diverse learners.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.2017
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Research methodologies
- Instructional techniques
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Educational assessment
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Cultural sensitivity
- Communication skills
- Individualized support
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Motivation techniques
- Multilingual communication
- Language proficiency
- Teaching strategies
- Team collaboration
- Individual learning plans
- Coordination with educators and specialists
- Supervision of student activities
- Experience with diverse populations
- Microsoft 365 proficiency
- Adobe Acrobat expertise
- Google Workspace applications
- Citation styles (Chicago, MLA, APA)
- Special collections management
- Digital initiatives software proficiency
- PastPerfect database management
References
- Kimberly Seibert, MLL Teacher, 812-550-4934, kimberly.seibert@evsck12.com
- Jara Braunecker, MLL Teacher, 812-661-0423, jara.braunecker01@gmail.com
- Corene Cunningham, Head Archivist (Lawrence Library), 765-212-7051, cdcunningh1@eagles.usi.edu
- Will Haas, Former Student, 812-453-0949, wshaas@eagles.usi.edu
Additional References
Additional References are also available upon request.
Academic Honors And Awards
University of Southern Indiana, The Dean’s List (For 4 Consecutive Semesters), Alpha Mu Gamma International Collegiate Foreign Language Honors Society, Phi Alpha Theta National Collegiate Honors Society
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Timeline
ESL Instructional Assistant
EVSC
03.2025 - Current
Manager/Keyholder
Ecco Retail LLC
09.2019 - 06.2021
French Language Tutor
Independently Contracted
01.2017 - Current
Archive/Special Collections Intern
University of Southern Indiana’s Lawrence Library of Manuscripts
01.2017 - 05.2017
Manager/Department Head
Burlington Stores
08.2016 - 08.2018
French Language Tutor
University of Southern Indiana Miller Language Lab
09.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Southern Indiana
Bachelor of Arts - French Studies
University of Southern Indiana