James Acomb
Columbus,OH
Summary
Adaptable educator with 5 years experience working with diverse populations in terms of ethnicity, religion, academic and special needs. Dedicated to creating order and discipline through effective classroom management strategies. Lover of learning and especially languages with a desire to instill that passion in students. Devoted follower of Jesus aspiring to support what God is doing through Catholic education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
TESOL Instructor
Educational Solutions Company
07.2021 - Current
- Designed interventions for ELLs based on the Science of Reading foundation.
- Experienced providing support to diverse populations including Somali and Spanish native speakers.
- Collaborated effectively with special ed and classroom teachers to support struggling readers.
- Facilitated OELPS and OELPA testing.
- Communicated with parents and family to address student needs and build support.
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Accel Schools
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Provided bilingual to support to Spanish speaking students in a 'push in' format.
- Intervened in a small group setting to build beginning phonics skills.
- Collaborated with supervisor and staff in TESOL department to address student needs.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL
Ohio Dominican University
Columbus, OH06.2016
Master of Arts - Spanish
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2014
Skills
- Implementation of strategies based on the Science of Reading for struggling reading emphasizing phonics and leveled texts
- Effective classroom management strategies with clear boundaries and consequences
- Collaboration with special ed department to support kids with special needs
- Fluent in Spanish using it as a support while transitioning students to English
Passions
Ballroom and Latin Dance: Taught ballroom and latin dance for the last 15 years. Passionate about the physical and mental benefits and its roll in connecting communities.
Singing/Guitar/Song Writing: Lead worship for church gatherings and write music to express my creative side.
Language Learning: Fluent in Spanish and have started Japanese. Excited about the doors that are opened to new cultures and perspectives by learning another language.
Timeline
TESOL Instructor
Educational Solutions Company
07.2021 - Current
Bilingual Instructional Aide
Accel Schools
01.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - TESOL
Ohio Dominican University
Master of Arts - Spanish
Ohio State University
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