Brad Cook

Teaching English as a Second Language to adults; observing and adapting to various learning styles and preferences; using technology regularly for teaching and class activities; monitoring progress and assigning standardized testing as needed; planning lessons; communicating regularly with students regarding classes, assignments, relevant events, expectations, personal needs, and other matters; completing weekly reports; communicating and collaborating with administration and coworkers.

2010 Hewitt Elementary Teacher of the Year

2009 Hewitt Elementary ATPE Teacher of the Year

Taught core academic subjects to 4th grade students; planned lessons in accordance with best practices and state of Texas teaching standards; differentiated instruction to students of various skill levels, cultures and educational needs; assessed student needs and outcomes; chaired grade-level teacher group; collaborated with coworkers; communicated with parents from diverse backgrounds; utilized appropriate technologies;

Studied conversational and written Chinese in preparation for long-term work; Developed networks of local citizens; staffed summer English language camps for kids and teens;

led specialized learning program for at-risk high school students of diverse backgrounds; identified candidates for the program; assessed candidate need; led candidates in research-based exercises to improve various physical and
mental abilities related to learning; maintained detailed records of student interactions and progress;

Identified at-risk students in grades 6-8 who met qualifications for mentor-based assistance program; led programs and sports activities for groups of students; mentored students in academic and personal issues; connected students and families with
community resources to meet specific personal and educational needs

Taught English to local college students in Changchun, China; planned appropriate lessons according to needs and goals; assessed student needs and outcomes; met with students outside of class for personal connection and activities; collaborated with teammates and local teachers