Hi, I’m
Elise Ulrich
Graduate Student
Evansville,IN
Summary
Dynamic and engaging Teacher's Assistant from Illinois State University, adept in technology integration and fostering student engagement. Excelled in personalized tutoring and optimizing teaching strategies, significantly enhancing learning experiences. Skilled in digital literacy and effective communication, I thrive in collaborative environments, always prioritizing student safety and academic growth. I also have a TESOL background and Spanish language intermediate proficiency.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Illinois State UniversityNormal, IL
Teacher's Assistant
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils to students.
- Assessed student learning styles and understanding of material to redirect and optimize teaching strategies.
- Organized office hours to answer questions from students regarding course material or assignments.
- Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
Education
Illinois State UniversityNormal, IL
Master of Science from Cultural Anthropology
05-2025
University of Southern IndianaEvansville, IN
Bachelor of Arts from Cultural Anthropology And Spanish
05-2023
Skills
- Student safety
- Classroom support
- Positive attitude
- Student engagement
- Reading and writing support
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Assignment grading
- Discussion facilitation
- Student tutoring
- Effective communication
- Individual student assistance
- Study skills development
- Computer skills
- Grading homework and tests
- Collaborative teamwork
- Topic research
- Digital literacy
- Academic writing
- Information literacy
- Microsoft Excel
- Study skills
- Project presentation
- Time management
- Foreign language proficiency
- Intercultural communication
- Oral presentations
Accomplishments
- Acceptance into Lambda Alpha (Anthropology Honor Society)
Certification
- On track to receive TESOL graduate certificate in 2026.
Languages
Spanish
Limited
English
Native/ Bilingual
Japanese
Elementary
Affiliations
My Master's thesis is on the language and culture surrounding tattoos in Japan.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Illinois State University
08.2023 - Current
Illinois State University
Master of Science from Cultural Anthropology
University of Southern Indiana
Bachelor of Arts from Cultural Anthropology And Spanish
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