Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
Languages
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Dr. Beba Euloge Balana

Tampa,FL

Summary

Dynamic educator and leader with extensive experience at Greeco, IB School, excelling in interdisciplinary collaboration and instructional technology. Spearheaded innovative French language programs, enhancing cultural awareness and language proficiency. Proven track record in faculty management and program development, fostering student success and engagement. Adept at managing schedules and mentoring students in post-secondary career exploration.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Faculty & Academic Coordinator

Greeco, IB School
07.2023 - Current

IB MYP French Teacher & Test Administrator

  • Teach French 1- 4 in the IB MYP programs.
  • Develop and implement MYP-themed lessons to enhance cultural awareness.
  • Assess and record student progress, preparing them for DP exams.
  • Administer standardized tests to candidates in a secure and proctored environment
  • Verify candidate identities and ensure testing procedures are followed according to School guidelines
  • Maintain accurate records of test takers and testing materials.

Faculty Teacher

Blacke High School
08.2014 - 05.2023

IB, Diploma Program French Teacher, 2018 - 2023

  • Teach French B (SL and HL) and French ab initio courses.
  • Develop and implement IB-themed lessons to enhance cultural awareness and language proficiency.
  • Prepare students for IB assessments, including oral exams and written papers.
  • Integrate technology to diversify instruction and engage students.
  • Promote comprehension of written French through curated reading materials.
  • Mentor students in their Extended Essays related to French language and culture.

Program Director

Wicliffe Associations
03.2008 - 06.2018
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Developed Language and cultures program from ground up, laying out framework, and defining roles.
  • Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06-2022

Master of Science - Social Entrepreneurship

City Vision University
Kansas City, MO
10-2018

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Instructional technology
  • Faculty management
  • Post-secondary career exploration
  • Managing schedules

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Cotonou school project.

Certification

  • Certified Eglish as Second Language

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Faculty & Academic Coordinator

Greeco, IB School
07.2023 - Current

Faculty Teacher

Blacke High School
08.2014 - 05.2023

Program Director

Wicliffe Associations
03.2008 - 06.2018

Master of Arts - Education

University of Phoenix

Master of Science - Social Entrepreneurship

City Vision University
Dr. Beba Euloge Balana