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Elvira Beches

Waldorf,Maryland

Summary

Innovative General Education and English as New Language (ENL) bringing -17years background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance. Highly responsive to unique developmental needs of middle school aged students.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

PGCPS
06.2017 - Current
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
  • Managed several internet-based language programs.

General Education Teacher

PGCPS
10.2006 - 06.2017
  • Provided clear, informative and engaging classroom instruction.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Maintained current knowledge of instructional techniques and available resources.
  • Helped students develop lifelong skills to support vocational goals such as diligence, attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Stayed abreast of latest changes in field by completing training courses and attending conferences.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies to facilitate learning and increase student engagement.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.

Education

Doctor of Education - Second Language Instruction

American College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
03.2021

Skills

  • American Federation of Teachers
  • Model Positive Behaviors
  • School Policies Adherence
  • Team Collaboration
  • ENL Department Chairperson
  • Engage Student
  • Maintain Records
  • Diversify Instruction
  • Individualized Instruction

Timeline

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

PGCPS
06.2017 - Current

General Education Teacher

PGCPS
10.2006 - 06.2017

Doctor of Education - Second Language Instruction

American College of Education
Elvira Beches