Elizabeth Bercaw
Edina,MN
Summary
Compassionate ESL Teacher, who can also provide remedial Reading skills, proudly promoting eight plus years teaching ELL students in public schools; Eager to boost student's English Language success, while working with a talented educational team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL/Reading Teacher
North Metro Flex Acadamy
North St Paul, MN
12.2019 - Current
- Welcomed student-family understanding of learning activities, via Newsletters, Progress Reports, Conferences and other outreach.
- Reviewed course materials, test scores, and student progress to identify opportunities to infuse MN ELD Standards into regular MN Standards.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning, both Reading and ESL, in cooperation with regular and special education.
- Adapted instructional methods according to each student's ELP allowing them to attend mainstream classes and grasp content goals.
- Educated students in English word, sentence and structures, addressing audience and grammar, for writing and speaking. 10+ students exited !
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Conducted state testing (ACCESS) for English Language Proficiency and reported results yearly.
LT Substitute ESL at Crestview Elementary
Wayzata Public Schools
Wayzata, MN
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Delivered standardized testing and results at large district Elementary.
- Planned and delivered lessons to ELLs by grade level based on individual needs and current academic objectives to 30+ students.
ESL/Art Teacher
Career Pathways Charter School
St Paul, MN
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Managed high school and middle school classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, and delivered two staff informational presentations.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Taught English Language Arts on variance.
- Supported English Learners in regular classroom and facilitated ESL specific instruction.
Education
Master of Science - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
02.2018
Associate of Science - Reading Teacher Education
12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
02.1991
Skills
- English Language Learning
- Reading Comprehension
- Student Engagement
- Progress Evaluations
- Parent Communication
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
ESL/Reading Teacher - North Metro Flex Acadamy
12.2019 - Current
LT Substitute ESL at Crestview Elementary - Wayzata Public Schools
09.2019 - 11.2019
ESL/Art Teacher - Career Pathways Charter School
10.2016 - 06.2018
College of St Catherine - Master of Science, English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Minnesota State University - Mankato - Associate of Science, Reading Teacher Education
Minnesota State University - Moorhead - Bachelor of Science, Art Education