Farnaz J. Azimi
ESL Teacher
Summary
I am a dedicated English teacher offering 17 years of comprehensive experience in teaching and assisting students with various individual and academic needs in multinational and multicultural settings. I have excellent classroom management, communication and organizational abilities with successful use of multiple types of technology to facilitate and enhance learning.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
English Instructor, TOEFL & IELTS Exam Preparation
Stars Aviation Co.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Successfully prepared learners to pass TOEFL & IELTS to get into the aviation certification courses
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports
- Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest
ESL Instructor
Lotus Educational Institute
Dubai, UAE
09.2008 - 10.2010
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and needs
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills
- Administered language and academic assessments to evaluate student progress
- Taught 4 classes daily with average of 15 multinational students each, including advanced, beginner and intermediate levels
- Attended team meetings with fellow bilingual teachers to integrate curriculum and improve student learning
- Used excell to maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and growth
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
ESL Instructor & Supervisor
International Language Learning Academy
Dubai, UAE
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Educated multinational students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
ESL Instructor
Zabansara Language Learning Center
Tehran, Iran
09.2003 - 11.2006
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies, including visualization and cooperative learning techniques
- Established clear objectives for lessons and units to communicate objectives to students
- Educated students in basics of English structure and vocabulary
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet educational goals
English Instructor & Curriculum Designer
Tehran Jonoub Azad University
Tehran, Iran
02.2000 - 10.2002
- Taught English language to College students in academic setting
- Developed interesting lectures and educational activities to maximize learning within classroom
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students
- Delivered 5 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 40 students per semester in English Translation
- Conducted intensive summer courses in analysis of English texts
Education
Master’s degree - Art, TESOL
Alzahra University
09.2003 - 10.2006
Bachelor’s degree of Art - English Translation
Tehran Azad University
09.1999 - 10.2003
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Skills
Progress assessments
Group Instruction
Student mentoring
Modern classroom technology
Individualized instruction
Timeline
English Instructor, TOEFL & IELTS Exam Preparation
Stars Aviation Co.
01.2011 - 01.2017
ESL Instructor
Lotus Educational Institute
09.2008 - 10.2010
ESL Instructor & Supervisor
International Language Learning Academy
01.2007 - 12.2008
ESL Instructor
Zabansara Language Learning Center
09.2003 - 11.2006
Master’s degree - Art, TESOL
Alzahra University
09.2003 - 10.2006
English Instructor & Curriculum Designer
Tehran Jonoub Azad University
02.2000 - 10.2002
Bachelor’s degree of Art - English Translation
Tehran Azad University
09.1999 - 10.2003