Dynamic French Teacher with a proven track record at Stellar Virtual Online School, leveraging French fluency and adaptive learning tools to enhance student engagement. Successfully developed immersive lesson plans and fostered a positive learning environment, resulting in improved language retention and cultural appreciation among diverse learners. Strong classroom management and collaboration skills drive student success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications French 6-12 and Pre-K to 6 Generalist
Work History
French Teacher
Stellar Virtual Online School
Remote
07.2023 - Current
Developed engaging lesson plans to facilitate language acquisition and cultural understanding.
Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
Utilized multimedia resources to enhance language instruction and student engagement.
Supported students with homework and projects, promoting confidence in language skills.
Implemented feedback mechanisms to adapt instructional methods based on student progress.
Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in language teaching methodologies.
Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and techniques.
Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
Increased language retention through regular oral assessments and constructive feedback.
Collaborated with other language teachers to develop cross-curricular projects for a richer learning experience.
Assisted struggling students with individualized tutoring sessions, improving their overall performance in class.
Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
Developed strong relationships with parents to support student success outside of the classroom setting.
Served as a mentor for new French teachers, providing guidance on lesson planning, assessment strategies, and professional development opportunities.
Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
French Teacher
Flour Bluff ISD
Corpus Christi
01.2019 - 01.2023
Implemented effective classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly learning environment while addressing behavioral issues promptly and fairly.
Organized annual French cultural events at the school, promoting awareness and appreciation for the culture among all students.
Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Encouraged active participation by designing engaging group activities and interactive presentations.
Enhanced cultural understanding by integrating French traditions, customs, and history into lessons.
Developed and implemented full French curriculum to meet school mission and goals.
Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Contributed to curriculum development efforts by identifying areas of improvement based on student performance data and evidence-based teaching practices.
Collaborated with other faculty to plan and coordinate activities and events.
Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.
Coordinated special excursions to local points of interests and more extensive study trips to expand learning for Type-language students.
Developed engaging lesson plans to facilitate language acquisition and cultural understanding.
Assisted in classroom management, fostering a positive learning environment for students.
Utilized multimedia resources to enhance language instruction and student engagement.
Implemented feedback mechanisms to adapt instructional methods based on student progress.
Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in language teaching methodologies.
Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and techniques.
Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
Utilized various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
Improved student fluency in French by incorporating immersive activities and authentic materials.
Increased language retention through regular oral assessments and constructive feedback.
Collaborated with other language teachers to develop cross-curricular projects for a richer learning experience.
Assisted struggling students with individualized tutoring sessions, improving their overall performance in class.
Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
Developed strong relationships with parents to support student success outside of the classroom setting.
French Teacher
Veterans Memorial High School
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of French language and culture.
Utilized digital tools for interactive virtual instruction, promoting student participation and engagement.
Assessed student progress through regular quizzes and feedback, ensuring personalized learning experiences.
Collaborated with colleagues to create cross-curricular projects integrating French language skills with other subjects.
French Teacher
K12.com
Remote
02.2012 - 06.2017
I taught French, 3rd grade ELA and had homeroom students. I created and ran 3 online clubs with more than 500 attending the Babysitting club. I also created The National Parks Club which was highly attended with more than 100 students and The French Club had the least participants, under 100 online students, grades 6-12.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French, Psychology And Languages
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
02.1994
Skills
French fluency
Online teaching experience
Task-based language teaching
Cultural immersion
Interactive teaching methods
Student tutoring
Differentiated instruction techniques
Assessment and evaluation
Parent-teacher communication
Feedback and correction
Effective lesson planning
Oral expression proficiency
French literature appreciation
Blended learning approaches
Strong vocabulary skills
Classroom management expertise
Group and individual instruction
Innovative instructional strategies
Fluent english speaker
Collaboration with colleagues
Lesson planning
Reading comprehension aptitude
Technology integration
Multimedia integration
Content and language integrated learning
Individualized education plans
French club sponsorship
One-on-one tutoring
Native french speaker
Mastery of grammar
Conversational practice
French culture awareness
French fluency
Student engagement
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Active listening
Adaptive learning tools
Online teaching experience
Classroom management
Certification
Prek to 6 Generalist
6-12 French
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
French Teacher
Stellar Virtual Online School
07.2023 - Current
French Teacher
Flour Bluff ISD
01.2019 - 01.2023
French Teacher
Veterans Memorial High School
08.2017 - 05.2018
French Teacher
K12.com
02.2012 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - French, Psychology And Languages