Patient and effectual ESL teacher proficient in instructing Asian students. Committed to instilling comprehensive understanding of language and culture through imaginative and efficient lesson plans. Fluent in English and highly familiar with Chinese language: however don't speak Chinese. Instructor with experience teaching English-ESL language courses to students at college level. Skilled in developing engaging curriculums and utilizing innovative teaching strategies to promote engagement and maintain interactive learning environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
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Cindy Hopkie
Wangjing,Beijing,China
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bright Academy
Lead Foreign Teacher
11.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods as needed.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends, integrating new approaches into daily teaching practice.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management strategies tailored to diverse student needs.
- working with children ages 2-6yrs
MIK
ESL Foreign Teacher
04.2013 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions or targeted small group instruction.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management strategies tailored to diverse student needs.
- Strengthened student literacy skills by incorporating reading and writing exercises across all subject areas.
- Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
- Applied knowledgeability in Chinese culture and language to develop and implement curriculum, which met governments educational requirements.
- Developed students' vocabulary of English words using learning and memorization techniques.
- Working with children ages 3-7yrs.
First Leap
ESL Foreign Teacher
03.2011 - 03.2013
Job overview
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex topics by employing visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Working with children aged 1.5 yrsto 12yrs
Robertson College
Instructor
07.2010 - 03.2011
Job overview
- Working with adults to teach a Care Giver course to allow them to go abroad and become nanny/care givers.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience beyond the classroom setting.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
Education
Robertson CollegeBrandon,Mb
Nursing Assistant from Healthcare
07.2010
University Overview
Brandon UniversityBrandon,MB
Bachelors from Sociology
05.2003
University Overview
Neelin High SchoolBrandon,Mb
High School Diploma
06.1994
University Overview
Skills
- Organization
- Student Engagement
- Collaborative learning
- Inclusivity
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Cross-cultural communication
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Instructional Strategies
- Lesson development
- Curriculum Development
- Behavior monitoring
Timeline
Lead Foreign Teacher
Bright Academy
11.2023 - Current
ESL Foreign Teacher
MIK
04.2013 - 07.2023
ESL Foreign Teacher
First Leap
03.2011 - 03.2013
Instructor
Robertson College
07.2010 - 03.2011
Robertson College
Nursing Assistant from Healthcare
Brandon University
Bachelors from Sociology
Neelin High School
High School Diploma
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