Bonnie Leary
English As A Second Language Teacher
Dracut,MA
Summary
Enthusiastic English as a Second Language Teacher dedicated to creating enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand American culture. Certified in English as a Second Language and licensed in Massachusetts.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Burlington Public Schools
Burlington, MA
11.2009 - Current
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Administered WIDA screening to new students and annual ACCESS testing to all EL students
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
Education
Master of Science - General Education
Cambridge College
Cambridge, MA 09.2005 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Lowell, MA 09.1998 - 01.2004
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN 05.2001 -
Skills
Individual and group instruction
undefinedYoga Instructor
Teaching yoga to groups of adults at a local yoga studio and implementing these techniques with my young students at school while learning English.
Timeline
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Burlington Public Schools
11.2009 - Current
Master of Science - General Education
Cambridge College
09.2005 - 12.2008
No Degree - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
American College of Education
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
09.1998 - 01.2004
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