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Leah Green

Martinsburg,WV

Summary

Caring and hardworking English as a Second Language teacher offering profound knowledge of English developed over 8+ years in field. Educate students on subject material with use of knowledgeable lectures, lively discussions and special group activities. Focus on diversifying and adapting instruction to serve all students.

Overview

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Language
9
9
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

English Instructor

Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
  • Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions for college-level English students.
  • Expanded student understanding of texts by spearheading in-depth discussions and assigning exploratory essays to help students articulate knowledge.

English as a Second Language Instructor

Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, Maryland
10.2017 - Current
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
  • Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.

English/Humanities Instructor

International School of Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Established appropriate deadlines and provided complete instructions for assessment assignments and homework.
  • Served as language department lead team member and attended weekly meetings to develop and update course curricula, projects, and address student concerns or questions.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Administered English tests to determine comprehension rates among students.

English as a Foreign Language Instructor

Qingdao Weiming School
Qingdao, China
09.2015 - 06.2016

Educated 200 students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.

Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.

Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.

English as a Second Language Instructor

INTO-Marshall University
Huntington, WV
08.2013 - 05.2015

• Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.

• Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.

  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.

English as a Second Language Instructor

L.E.A.P Marshall University
Huntington, WV
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
  • Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.

English Tutor

Mountwest Community And Technical College
Huntington, WV
09.2012 - 05.2013
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Used positive reinforcement, repetition and review to help students master challenging material.
  • Conducted academic skill reviews and led workshops to develop writing skills and language comprehension.

Graduate Assistant

Marshall University Financial Aid Office
Huntington, WV
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance.
  • Cataloged data and research into Banner database.
  • Liaised between faculty and students to answer questions and optimize faculty time.

Education

Certificate Applied Linguistics -

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
01.2011 - 05.2012

Master of Arts - English

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
01.2011 - 05.2012

Master of Science - Adult Education TESOL

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
08.2009 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
08.2002 - 05.2007

Skills

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Software

Microsoft Office

Timeline

English Instructor

Shepherd University
08.2019 - 08.2020

English as a Second Language Instructor

Hagerstown Community College
10.2017 - Current

English/Humanities Instructor

International School of Santo Domingo
08.2016 - 06.2017

English as a Foreign Language Instructor

Qingdao Weiming School
09.2015 - 06.2016

English as a Second Language Instructor

INTO-Marshall University
08.2013 - 05.2015

English as a Second Language Instructor

L.E.A.P Marshall University
09.2012 - 08.2013

English Tutor

Mountwest Community And Technical College
09.2012 - 05.2013

Certificate Applied Linguistics -

Marshall University
01.2011 - 05.2012

Master of Arts - English

Marshall University
01.2011 - 05.2012

Graduate Assistant

Marshall University Financial Aid Office
06.2010 - 08.2012

Master of Science - Adult Education TESOL

Marshall University
08.2009 - 12.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Marshall University
08.2002 - 05.2007
Leah Green