Kevin Torres Mondragon
Freeport,NY
Summary
Dedicated ESL Teacher with a 120-hour TESOL certificate, skilled in lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching all language skills. Focused on conversation practice, practical grammar, and basic test preparation, with experience delivering personalized lessons to new learners. Eager to contribute to language schools or online programs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent ESL Tutor
Self‑employed
Freeport, New York
10.2024 - Current
- Design conversation‑based lessons that build fluency, confidence, and the ability to discuss everyday and professional topics.
- Teach English to new learners, focusing on practical communication for study, work, travel, and daily life.
- Explained and practiced core grammar through clear examples, guided exercises, and speaking tasks that integrated target language naturally, enhancing student comprehension.
- Assisted students in preparing for English tests by reviewing grammar and vocabulary, using timed practice activities and mock exams to increase test readiness.
- Selected and adapted materials (short articles, videos, dialogues, and test samples) to align with individual goals and approximate ability levels (A2–B2), ensuring personalized learning experiences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School
Freeport, NY06.2015
Skills
- Conversation‑focused ESL instruction
- Contextual grammar instruction
- Test preparation (review, timed practice, mock tests)
- Lesson planning and material adaptation
- Student-centered, communicative activities
- Supportive error correction and feedback
- Use of real‑life materials (articles, videos, dialogues)
- Online teaching tools (Zoom, Google Meet, Google Docs, digital whiteboard)
- Patience, empathy, and cross‑cultural communication
Certification
120‑hour TESOL Certificate – World TESOL Academy – 2025
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Independent ESL Tutor
Self‑employed
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Freeport High School