Cheryl Garcia
English Teacher
Vacaville ,CA
Summary
Energetic ESL Instructor experienced in teaching children from diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Over 15 years of classroom experience in public secondary school settings. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
English/English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Travis Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
English/English as a Second Language Teacher
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed for optimal success.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Empathy and patience
Accomplishments
At Vanden High School, I participated on the following committees:
PBIS Team Member
School Site Safety Committee Member
Leadership Team Member
EL Department Chair
ESL Coordinator (2024-2025)
Wrote the Ethnic Studies Curriculum with English focus
Leadership Summit Presenter- Fall 2024
Single Subject Credential, English Clear
Document# 240140397
Timeline
English/English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Travis Unified School District
08.2023 - Current
English/English as a Second Language Teacher
Folsom Cordova Unified School District
11.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of California, Davis
05.2001 -
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