JC Choi
Champaign,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic English educator with three years of classroom experience and a dedication to learning. Well-versed in analyzing texts both within and outside of the literary canon. Experienced in writing formal essays as well as creative writing examples.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
English Educator
Champaign Central High School
08.2021 - Current
- Writes and prepares various English lessons for classes such as: sophomore comprehensive English, journalism, creative writing, and Diverse Voices.
- Supported various students depending on accommodations in IEPs and 504s.
- Fostered independent and collaborative work between students to develop English-related skills.
- Faculty sponsor of two extracurricular clubs at the high school: The Central Chronicle Newspaper and Spectrum Alliance Club.
Literacy and STEM Fellow
Youth and Opportunity United
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Instructed 3rd-5th graders with activities related to literacy and STEM in small groups.
- Aided youth having difficulty communicating and following instructions with the appropriate responses and skills.
- Developed clear and quick communication skills with other workers and utilized them effectively.
Instructional Assistant Designer
ATLAS Internship Program
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Assisted in designing a basic computer skill set course with client
- Collaborated with other specialists and designers to refine courses and content as necessary
- Wrote/revised documentation for client so that it would be available after internship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign, IL05.2021
Skills
- Effective collaboration and communication between like-minded colleagues and instructors
- Eagerness to learn and discuss topics of interest or new topics
- Experienced in creative and professional writing
- Analysis of literary texts, both modern and canon
Timeline
English Educator
Champaign Central High School
08.2021 - Current
Literacy and STEM Fellow
Youth and Opportunity United
06.2019 - 08.2019
Instructional Assistant Designer
ATLAS Internship Program
01.2019 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Illinois