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Karen Greenwood

North Canton,OH

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

English Language Learner Teacher

Canton City School District
Canton, OH
08.2020 - Current
  • Assist English language learners in adapting to the school environment by providing social and emotional support
  • Design and implement lesson plans that support growth towards proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills
  • Provide individualized instruction for English language learners based on student needs and abilities
  • Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop targeted, data based intervention strategies
  • Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's progress in learning the English language
  • Maintain accurate records of student assessment results, parent communication, and state mandated information
  • Administer formal state assessments, analyze results, and communicate those results effectively with parents, colleagues, and administration
  • Design and deliver professional development to colleagues and administrative staff
  • Advocate for equitable policies, procedures, and instructional practices regarding the well being of EL students

German Language Teacher

North Canton City School District
North Canton, OH
08.2013 - 06.2020
  • Created original content to provide students with authentic and meaningful encounters with German
  • Successfully differentiated the instruction and assessment of five levels of language study ranging from German 1 to Advanced Placement
  • Integrated multimedia technology in classroom instruction for a well-rounded and engaging approach to instruction
  • Incorporated ACTFL proficiency level descriptors into growth targets to maximize student self-awareness of their progress
  • Mentored students and advised activities in the student-led German Club
  • Advocated for the importance and value of language learning and multilingualism

Adjunct Professor

Muskingum University
New Concord, OH
07.2018 - 07.2018
  • Designed and delivered an accelerated graduate course regarding the assessment practices of EL students
  • Prepared, administered and graded exams and assignments to evaluate student progress

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Muskingum University
New Concord, OH
06.2018

Skills

  • Student led learning
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Second language acquisition knowledge
  • Academic assessment methods
  • Fluency in German
  • Conversational skills in Spanish

Timeline

English Language Learner Teacher

Canton City School District
08.2020 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Muskingum University
07.2018 - 07.2018

German Language Teacher

North Canton City School District
08.2013 - 06.2020

Master of Arts - Education

Muskingum University
Karen Greenwood