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CHIARA GROSSI

Bethlehem,PA

Summary

Dynamic ESL Teacher with a proven track record at "Cesare Balbo" High School, adept in fostering English fluency through a communicative approach. Excelled in adapting curriculum to enhance student learning, achieving high levels of student satisfaction. Skilled in academic assessment and creative learning strategies, ensuring comprehensive student development and performance excellence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

ESL Teacher

"Cesare Balbo" High School
Casale Monferrato (AL), Italy
09.2014 - 08.2024
  • Prepared students for Cambridge exams (B1, B2, C1 level) in all skills (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking and Use of English)
  • Focused on Grammar, Language, Culture and Literarure (readings from abridged and unabridged texts from different literary genres)
  • Encouraged student participation through interactive activities such as debates and group projects.
  • Provided feedback on assignments, tests and exams in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance and attendance throughout the semester.
  • Assessed student progress through written tests, oral quizzes and other forms of assessment.
  • Monitored student behavior during class time and provided appropriate guidance when necessary.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
  • Participated in teacher training workshops to stay current on best practices in ESL education.
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum where appropriate by using online resources or apps related to language learning.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, role-play activities and multimedia presentations.
  • Assessed student progress through formal and informal assessments.

ESL Teacher

High School
Turin-Alessandria-Asti-Casale Monferrato, Italy
01.2008 - 08.2014
  • Adapted curriculum to fit program participants' abilities and needs, using preassessment followed by in-progress assessments to confirm learning fulfillment.
  • Graded and provided feedback on student assignments, papers and examinations.
  • Instructed students of various backgrounds and learning styles by employing variety of instructional resources.

Employee

Sait Abrasives SpA
Turin, Italy
06.2000 - 06.2002
  • Employed in the Export Department.
  • Responsible for organising and following the purchase and the shipment of abrasives from order reception to invoice and delivery of the goods.
  • Contacts with American, German, and New Zealand customers.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Education

MBA - Teaching English As A Second Language

Specialising School For Secondary School Teachers
Turin
05-2003

Master of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures

University of The Study of Turin
Turin
10-2000

High School Diploma -

"Galileo Ferraris"
Turin
06-1995

Skills

  • Communicative approach
  • Testing and grading
  • Academic assessment methods
  • Creative learning strategies
  • Project planning
  • English fluency

Languages

Italian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited

Affiliations

  • Reading, Cooking and Travelling

Timeline

ESL Teacher

"Cesare Balbo" High School
09.2014 - 08.2024

ESL Teacher

High School
01.2008 - 08.2014

Employee

Sait Abrasives SpA
06.2000 - 06.2002

MBA - Teaching English As A Second Language

Specialising School For Secondary School Teachers

Master of Arts - Foreign Languages And Literatures

University of The Study of Turin

High School Diploma -

"Galileo Ferraris"
CHIARA GROSSI