Brianna Lano
Summary
Committed ESL Instructor with a proven track record at the Idaho Office for Refugees, adept at lesson planning and student assessment. Skilled in cross-cultural communication, I foster engaging learning environments that enhance student progress and confidence. Committed to empowering diverse learners through effective teaching strategies and innovative methodologies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Instructor
Afghan Cultural Center of Idaho
Boise, ID
09.2024 - Current
- Planned, organized and taught lessons for adult Afghan Women involving listening, speaking, reading and writing instructional components.
- Taught early literacy skills to Afghan women, focusing on foundational reading, writing, and comprehension in English.
- Taught U.S. citizenship preparation classes to Afghan refugees, covering civics, English language skills, and naturalization interview readiness.
ESL Instructor
Idaho Office for Refugees, English Language Center
Boise, ID
05.2024 - Current
- Planned, organized and taught lessons for adult refugee English language learners involving listening, speaking, reading and writing instructional components.
- Integrated intercultural competence into the language teaching framework and the classroom environment.
- Conducted assessments, monitored student progress and provided feedback on learning objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades, attendance, and progress reports.
- Utilized various teaching methodologies to deliver engaging, interactive learning experiences.
ESL Intern
Idaho Office for Refugees, English Lanuage Center
Boise, ID
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported instruction by preparing materials for lessons and helping lead small groups of students as needed.
- Provided support to ESOL students while they participated in classroom activities.
- Facilitated activities designed to promote communication among English language learners from different cultural backgrounds.
- Organized resources for use in the classroom including books, websites, videos, games.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in Teaching, Elementary Education
Boise State University
Boise, ID05-2026
Global Studies
Boise State University
Boise, IDAssociate of Arts -
Boise State University
Boise, IDTESOL Certificate -
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZSome College (No Degree) - Intermediate Spanish Certificate
Boise State University
Boise, IDSkills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- ESL methodologies
- Cross-cultural communication
- Teaching strategies
- Effective communication
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Lead author of a research paper on educational inequality, currently under peer review.
Affiliations
- ASBSU Senator 2023-2024
- Amnesty International Club President BSU 2023-2024
- Student Conduct Board Appeals Board Member 2023-2024
Timeline
ESL Instructor
Afghan Cultural Center of Idaho
09.2024 - Current
ESL Instructor
Idaho Office for Refugees, English Language Center
05.2024 - Current
ESL Intern
Idaho Office for Refugees, English Lanuage Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Masters in Teaching, Elementary Education
Boise State University
Global Studies
Boise State University
Associate of Arts -
Boise State University
TESOL Certificate -
University of Arizona
Some College (No Degree) - Intermediate Spanish Certificate
Boise State University