Keily Zimmerman
Machesney Park,IL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult ESL Instructor
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Organized supplementary materials in English for all students.
- Planned, organized and taught lessons for adult English language learners involving listening, speaking, reading and writing instructional components.
HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER
Rockford Lutheran High School
Rockford, IL
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Designed and implemented engaging Spanish curriculum for students of varying proficiency levels-Honors 2-6.
- Incorporated cultural studies into language lessons to broaden students' understanding of Spanish-speaking countries.
FIFTH GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER
Swan Hillman Elementary School
Rockford, IL
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Referred to district standards to plan lessons and assisted students in developing their reading comprehension skills in both languages.
- Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.
FIFTH GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER
Nelson Elementary School
Rockford, IL
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum to meet the needs of English Language Learners and to students requiring additional assistance in Spanish language acquisition.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Increased student scores in MAP Tests by 71% in literacy and 73% in math.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - International Relations and History
St. Mary's University
San Antonio, TX05.2011
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish and English
Timeline
Adult ESL Instructor
Rock Valley College
05.2021 - 05.2023
HIGH SCHOOL SPANISH TEACHER
Rockford Lutheran High School
08.2019 - 10.2020
FIFTH GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER
Swan Hillman Elementary School
08.2017 - 06.2019
FIFTH GRADE BILINGUAL TEACHER
Nelson Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
BACHELOR OF ARTS - International Relations and History
St. Mary's University
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