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Jennifer Sousa

Bristol,RI

Summary

MY MISSION: Being an educator for me is not just a profession; it is innate to my identity as a person. I thrive in an environment in which I can share my skills with others, learn and be challenged from others and enrich the lives of students and colleagues alike. Whether it is through the instruction of literacy, social studies, culture, language or writing; I seek to help others learn with success and develop an intrinsic love of the pursuit of knowledge and a belief in themselves that they are active participants in our world. I am constantly trying to learn and improve in every aspect of life for the benefit of all beings.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Teacher & Workforce Spanish Teacher

Community College of RI
09.2019 - Current
  • Set learning objectives, plan and develop lessons based on students' English language level and utilize best practices within the framework of adult learning theory
  • Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
  • Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
  • Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.

11th and 12th grade ELL teacher

B.M.C Durfee High School
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supported student growth in English language acquisition through targeted instruction and assessments.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, fostering an open line of communication for student success.
  • Adapted instructional strategies to meet the varying needs of each learner, ensuring equitable access to content for all students.
  • Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to create a cohesive curriculum that addressed the unique needs of ELL students.
  • Started the Latin American Student Association (LASA)


7th grade ELL Foundational Teacher (ELA and Social Studies)

Kuss Middle School
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for lesson planning and delivery of instruction to seventh-grade ELL students ranging from level Newcomer/1- level 2 according to the WIDA levels and participate in IEP meetings, interventions and scaffolding for ELs in the special education program
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.

Adjunct English Instructor in the Bridge Program for International Students

Roger Williams University
09.2014 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for teaching core reading and writing classes to freshman
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Improved student writing skills by providing detailed feedback and guidance on essays and assignments.
  • Promoted a culture of intellectual curiosity within the classroom, encouraging students to ask questions and challenge assumptions about literary works.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to share resources and best practices, improving overall department effectiveness.
  • Focused on the used of rhetoric and literary analysis on a variety of essay genres

ELL Teacher

Bristol/Warren School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
  • Evaluate, plan, develop and coordinate the delivery of instructional services to ELL students in grades K-8 and prepare students for yearly ACCESS testing

ELL Teacher and ELL District Coordinator

North Smithfield School District
01.2015 - 06.2019
  • Plan, develop and coordinate the delivery of instructional services to ELL students in grades K-12 including the yearly ACCESS assessment, IEP advocacy, and professional development and coaching content area teachers in grades K-12

ELL/Bilingual Spanish Teacher

District 204
09.2006 - 09.2009
  • Taught levels K-12 in a very diverse district

ELL Teacher/High School

North Providence School District
08.2004 - 06.2005
  • Same duties as mentioned in high school ELL position

ELL/Language Arts Teacher/Middle School

Central Falls School Department
08.2002 - 06.2004
  • 7th and 8th grade ESL/ELA teacher on a multidisciplinary team

Bilingual Spanish/English Elementary teacher and ESL teacher

Everett Massachusetts School Department
08.1999 - 06.2001
  • Taught 3rd, 4th and 5th graders English, Science and Social Studies in a bilingual Spanish program

Education

MA in Applied Linguistics/ESL -

University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA

BA in Psychology -

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI

Skills

  • ELL teacher with extensive expertise in language acquisition theory, best practices in ESL language instruction and current issues affecting US immigrant and refugee populations
  • Experienced in the educational setting of public K-12 schools and the coordination of district ELL programs along with administering the yearly ACCESS and using data-driven assessments to tailor scaffolds and differentiation for students
  • Familiar with the RIDE ELL/MLL program protocols, the RIDE Blueprint for MLL Success and the Newcomer Welcome Kit from the Department of Education
  • Informed about important educational topics such as IEP regulations, learning and behavioral disabilities, the Science of Reading project, the neuroscience of learning, inequity, social justice and LGBTQ issues, mental health in children and teens, and cultural competence
  • Strong background and experience with diverse populations and a deep understanding of their cultures, histories, political and economic conditions
  • Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, expertise in linguistic factors in a variety of other languages
  • Knowledgeable with the WIDA standards, "Can Do Descriptors" and SIOP method strategies to plan lessons and set language and academic objectives with content area teacher
  • Extensive experience in using multimedia presentations for classroom lessons and focus on student-centered lessons and projects using the four domains of language learning
  • Strong interpersonal skills with others and a dedicated advocate and resource for parents

Certification

  • English as a Second Language Teacher, RI & MA, pre K-12
  • World Language: Spanish Teacher, MA, grades K-12

Publications

  • Praca Magazine, July, 2017
  • Praca Magazine, September 2016
  • Praca Magazine, September 2015

Volunteer Experience

  • Deliverance Haitian Church, Providence, RI, Taught English to newly arrived Haitian immigrants once a week (summer of 2022)
  • Refugee Dream Center, Providence, RI, Worked with Syrian refugee families to help them learn English, adapt to American culture and acquire needed community resources through the Dream Refugee Center, Partnered with local churches to connect Syrian families to the community

Timeline

11th and 12th grade ELL teacher

B.M.C Durfee High School
08.2022 - 06.2023

7th grade ELL Foundational Teacher (ELA and Social Studies)

Kuss Middle School
09.2021 - 06.2022

ESL Teacher & Workforce Spanish Teacher

Community College of RI
09.2019 - Current

ELL Teacher

Bristol/Warren School District
09.2019 - 06.2021

ELL Teacher and ELL District Coordinator

North Smithfield School District
01.2015 - 06.2019

Adjunct English Instructor in the Bridge Program for International Students

Roger Williams University
09.2014 - 12.2021

ELL/Bilingual Spanish Teacher

District 204
09.2006 - 09.2009

ELL Teacher/High School

North Providence School District
08.2004 - 06.2005

ELL/Language Arts Teacher/Middle School

Central Falls School Department
08.2002 - 06.2004

Bilingual Spanish/English Elementary teacher and ESL teacher

Everett Massachusetts School Department
08.1999 - 06.2001

MA in Applied Linguistics/ESL -

University of Massachusetts

BA in Psychology -

University of Rhode Island

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