Holly Fron
Starkville,MS
Summary
Patient and effectual French teacher proficient in instructing a variety of students. Committed to fostering comprehensive understanding of language and culture through imaginative and efficient lesson plans. Fluent in French and English and highly familiar with French-speaking cultures around the world.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
French Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Implemented current modern language learning methods in class lectures.
- Documented attendance and completed assignments to maintain full class and student records.
- Offered office hours and one-on-one meetings with students to provide additional support and guidance to students.
- Planned and delivered lectures and course materials to communicate course content and provide students with subject matter knowledge.
- Kept accurate records of student performance to track student progress and provide feedback on performance.
Christian Missionary
SBC International Mission Board
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Worked with a local missionary family to help facilitate their ministry amongst the people of Fatick, Senegal.
- Homeschool taught their four elementary and junior high aged children.
- Developed relationships with many local people, in which I used French to communicate.
- Helped teach an English class at the local high school for young people in the area.
- Immersed completely in the Senegalese culture, including cooking local foods, learning a bit of the local languages beyond French, daily life around a small West African town, and attending ceremonial events.
French Language Teacher
Clinton Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Facilitated learning of French language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Communicated with students in French to foster oral proficiency.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Implemented a variety of modern language learning theories to foster language learning, including TPRS and Natural Language Acquisition theory.
- Used materials beyond the classroom textbooks to make learning engaging and to aid in the retention of the second language.
Education
Master of Arts - French
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - French Teacher Education
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2005
Skills
- Laboratory Oversight
- Materials Preparation
- Knowledgeable About French
- Lesson Implementation
- Differentiated Instruction
Additional Information
Lived in France for one year and French speaking West Africa for three years during upper elementary and junior high years.
Timeline
French Graduate Teaching Assistant
Mississippi State University
01.2011 - 12.2012
Christian Missionary
SBC International Mission Board
01.2009 - 10.2010
French Language Teacher
Clinton Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2008
Master of Arts - French
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Arts - French Teacher Education
Mississippi College
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