Esparonda Waller
Education
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate graduate with Master of Arts in English eager to secure English instructor position. Expert knowledge creating syllabus for English Literature courses. Received Micro-credential in English Literature. Have 7 years experience working in the Education field. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom functions, lesson planning and individual and group instruction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Support Assistant
Bumpus Middle School
Hoover, AL
11.2022 - Current
- Enhances student education by implementing new concepts, instructional strategies, and educational ideas into classroom environments
- Facilitated small group instruction with 10-15 students effectively differentiating content based on student needs and abilities.
- Organized and managed classroom resources to ensure productive learning environment for all students.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Improved student comprehension by providing individualized support and implementing diverse teaching strategies.
- Monitored student progress closely, promptly addressing any areas of concern with appropriate instructional support measures.
English Teacher
Clay-Chalkville Middle School
Trussville, AL
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Teaches groups of +20 students how to collect relevant data about people's attitudes, values, and behaviors in groups, using observation, interviews, and review of documents.
- Assisted in constructing, implementing, evaluating and revising curriculum periodically
- Monitored course progression by marking and assessing projects, examinations, homework and coursework with fair and equitable grades.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Instructional Support Teacher Assistant
Berry Middle School-Hoover City Schools
Hoover, AL
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives for 10 to 20 students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Simmons Middle School
Hoover, AL
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Implemented evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student's unique learning style.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each student, contributing to improved academic performance.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
Education
Master of Arts - English
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.2005
Skills
- Individual and group instruction
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Developing Instructional Materials
- Lesson Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- American Education Association
- The Relief Society of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Relevant Coursework
Jacksonville State University 2021-2024
- Intro to Graduate Teacher Education
- Teaching College Literature: American Literature
- Teaching College Literature: British Literature
- The 18th Century Novel
- Contemporary American Literature
- Contemporary African American Writers
- Non-Western Literature
- Studies in Shakespeare
- Literary Criticism
- Theory of Composition
- Diversity Issues in Education
- Critical Inquiry in ELA
References
Professor Randall Davis
Jacksonville State University
College of Arts and Humanities
rdavis@jsu.edu
256-782-5411
Dr. Raina Kostava
Jacksonville State University
College of Arts and Humanities
rkostava@jsu.edu
256-782-5411
Tramine Pryor
R. F. Bumpus Middle School
Special Education Teacher
tpryor@hoover.k12.al.us
205-335-0252
Accomplishments
- Received Micro-credential in English Literature
- Nominated Faces of Bumpus at Bumpus Middle School in Hoover, AL for displaying community and great work ethic
- Worked as student reporter for Sidelines - Middle Tennessee State University
Timeline
Instructional Support Assistant
Bumpus Middle School
11.2022 - Current
English Teacher
Clay-Chalkville Middle School
08.2022 - 11.2022
Instructional Support Teacher Assistant
Berry Middle School-Hoover City Schools
08.2018 - 07.2022
Special Education Paraprofessional
Simmons Middle School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - English
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Journalism
Middle Tennessee State University
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