Clarisse Hekking
Highland
Summary
Dedicated and experienced bilingual tutor in English and French instruction. Skilled in lesson planning, assessment adaptation, and motivating students to achieve language proficiency, and a desire to integrate their new language culture. Committed to enhancing student confidence and engagement in diverse learning environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
English tutor
Alpine school District-ELL program
Orem
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed instructional materials tailored to different learning styles and levels.
- Built student confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Assisted students in developing reading comprehension strategies, grammar rules, and writing techniques.
French tutor
Alliance francaise de Cincinnati
Cincinnati
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Organized and participated in a French event for the Alliance Française.
- Led private and classroom French lessons for diverse levels. Planned and created lessons according to various learners' needs and proficiency levels.
- Facilitated engaging conversation classes to enhance students' speaking skills and confidence.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
Assistant Librarian
Hornell Library
Hornell
09.1998 - 09.1999
- Guided patrons in using library technology and equipment effectively.
- Responded to patron inquiries with helpful information and resources.
- Assisted in creating displays throughout the library highlighting seasonal themes or upcoming events.
Secretary
DCN Direction des Constructions Navales
Paris
09.1995 - 06.1997
- Scheduled and organized appointments for officers.
- Coordinated communication between departments and outside collaborators to ensure a seamless information flow.
- Compiled various documents, proofread, annotated, and commented on by officers, into concise reports.
- Translated document from English to French occasionally.
Missionnary
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
Brussels
01.1994 - 06.1995
- Engaged communities through service projects and outreach activities with the local humanitarian organization, "Resto du Coeur."
- Conducted religious teachings and discussions to enhance the spiritual understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
- Developed communication skills through regular interactions with diverse populations in Northern France and Belgium using French language
- Monitored the progress of new converts by visiting them regularly and providing spiritual and emotional support when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lycee Jeanne D'Arc
Fontainebleau, France06-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Law
Universite De Champagne Ardennes
Reims, FranceBachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
Brigham Young University
Provo, UTSkills
- Developing instructional materials
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Writing techniques
- Group instruction
- Assessment adaptation
- Language fundamentals
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson planning
- Group discussion facilitation
- Bilingual in French and English
- Individualized instruction
- Motivating students
Affiliations
As a mother of 6, I enjoy teaching the gospel and experience the diversity of the people following the principles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day saints through travels with my children.
Timeline
English tutor
Alpine school District-ELL program
01.2023 - 05.2023
French tutor
Alliance francaise de Cincinnati
01.2007 - 12.2010
Assistant Librarian
Hornell Library
09.1998 - 09.1999
Secretary
DCN Direction des Constructions Navales
09.1995 - 06.1997
Missionnary
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-day Saints
01.1994 - 06.1995
High School Diploma -
Lycee Jeanne D'Arc
Some College (No Degree) - Law
Universite De Champagne Ardennes
Bachelor of Arts - French Language And Literature
Brigham Young University