Fran Olmos
Summary
Enthusiastic ENL teacher dedicated to creating enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand American culture. Team-oriented Test Rater with expertise in the OPIc and AAPPL tests. Dedicated analysis and well-developed skills Sharp and passionate with urgency to complete projects on time.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
OPIc and AAPPL Rater
ACTFL/LTI
07.2008 - Current
- Rate OPIc and AAPPL tests on the computer almost daily or when they are available.
- Partake in norming activities and Zoom meetings whenever they are available.
ENL Teacher
Yonkers Public School District
09.1986 - 06.2021
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Established daily schedules, curriculum, and ESL activities.
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings and turn keying them to staff.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Designed programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, and reading comprehension.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
ESL Teacher
Elmsford Union Free School District
09.1984 - 09.2016
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Colegio Eton
09.1981 - 06.1984
- Stayed abreast of new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.
Education
Master of Science - TESOL
College of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NYMaster of Science - Elementary Education (Concentration in Spanish)
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NYSkills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Past President NYS TESOL
- Annual Conference Chair NYS TESOL
- Language Acquisition Support
- Language Level Evaluation
- Works well under deadlines
Timeline
OPIc and AAPPL Rater
ACTFL/LTI
07.2008 - Current
ENL Teacher
Yonkers Public School District
09.1986 - 06.2021
ESL Teacher
Elmsford Union Free School District
09.1984 - 09.2016
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Colegio Eton
09.1981 - 06.1984
Master of Science - TESOL
College of New Rochelle
Master of Science - Elementary Education (Concentration in Spanish)
SUNY Oswego
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