Lauren Heinly
Wallingford,PA
Summary
Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs.
Experience teaching ESL at elementary grade levels students from over 20 different cultural backgrounds for over 10 years.
Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
Ridley Park, PA
09.2015 - Current
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
- Cared for children ages 9 months to 5 years in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
ELL Teacher
Upper Darby School District
Upper Darby, PA
08.2002 - 08.2015
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information for nearly 75 actively enrolled ELL students and an additional 50 monitored students.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA06.2002
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Instructional Plan Implementation
- Organizational Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Personalized Instruction
- Instructional Methods
- Behavior Modification
- Group Activities
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Behavior Modeling
- Different Learning Styles
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Differentiated Instruction
- Grading
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
09.2015 - Current
ELL Teacher
Upper Darby School District
08.2002 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania