Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
Volunteer
Irina Maslennikova

Irina Maslennikova

ESL Teacher/Math Teacher
Longview,Washington

Summary

Dedicated, empathetic and experienced ESL and Math teacher with over 10 years of experience instructing ESL and ABE learners. Gifted in teaching traditional, contextualized and flipped curriculum to maximize student engagement and learning. Easily manages face-to face, online and hybrid classes using adaptable strategies that appeal to diverse cultural backgrounds and learning types. Motivated to learn, grow and work closely with others. Fluent in verbal and written English and Russian.

Work History

English as a Second Language (ESL)/Math Instructor

Lower Columbia College
Longview , WA
2013.07 - Current
  • Planned and implemented CCR-aligned face-to-face, online, contextulized and hybrid lessons for ESL and ABE students to positively increase vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking, listening and math skills.
  • Established positive classroom management boundaries to create safe and culturally sensitive environment in the classroom.
  • Developed level-based print and online teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhance learning concepts and promote student engagement to meet diverse learning styles.
  • Took part in the Integrated Digital English Acceleration (I-DEA) program. The program taught English language skills in the context of college and careers for learners who face the largest language gaps. It started in 2013 as a three-year pilot program of Washington's community and technical college system with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer timely and meaningful recommendations for further development.
  • Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
  • Performed data entry to input student grades and attendance records with Excell and Canvas.

ESL Teacher

Longview School District
Longview , United States
2006.08 - 2010.06
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Increased ESL students' reading, writing and listening levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Collaborated with teachers and other school staff members to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.


Substitute Teacher, K-12

Longview And Kelso School Districts
Longview , WA
2003.08 - 2006.06
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
  • Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
  • Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.

Secondary Math Teacher

Moscow, Russia Vocational School
Moscow, Russia , None
1989.09 - 2002.05
  • Provided meaningful instruction to improve math skills of students.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Encouraged students to actively engage in learning, and monitor and review personal objectives.
  • Gave assignments and confirmed proper understanding and math skills required to complete work on time.

Education

Master of Arts - Teaching

Washington Sate University Vancouver
Vancouver, WA
06.2003

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Moscow Power Engineering Institute
Moscow, Russia
06.1989

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethics
  • Self Motivation
  • Creative Lesson and Curriculum Development
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Adaptability
  • Patience
  • Ability to Engage the Students
  • Team Player
  • Word Processing, Microsoft Excel, Canvas and My Open Math LMS Software
  • Fluent in Russian
  • Basic knowledge of Ukrainian

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team I-DEA ( Integrated Digital English Acceleration ) in the improving and teaching the project concepts.
  • In addition to teaching traditional classes, is experienced in teaching online, hybrid, flipped and contextualized courses.
  • Published Social Development of English Language Learners: The Use of Literature Study Circles in An Online Journal of Action Research.

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

English as a Second Language (ESL)/Math Instructor

Lower Columbia College
2013.07 - Current

ESL Teacher

Longview School District
2006.08 - 2010.06

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Longview And Kelso School Districts
2003.08 - 2006.06

Secondary Math Teacher

Moscow, Russia Vocational School
1989.09 - 2002.05

Master of Arts - Teaching

Washington Sate University Vancouver

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Moscow Power Engineering Institute
Irina MaslennikovaESL Teacher/Math Teacher