Leslie Tomlinson
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dynamic ESL Teacher at Rocky Ridge Elementary School, recognized for enhancing student reading and writing proficiency through targeted strategies. Leveraging empathy and data-driven assessments, I fostered a collaborative classroom environment while integrating technology to elevate learning experiences. Fluent in Spanish, I effectively engaged diverse learners and built strong relationships with families to support academic success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
08.2009 - Current
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments, adapting instruction accordingly to meet diverse learning needs.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making to guide instructional planning and improve student outcomes consistently over time.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and in school settings alike.
- Integrated technology tools such as smartboards, tablets, and educational software programs to enhance lesson delivery effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues in planning interdisciplinary units, fostering connections across subject areas for deeper understanding.
- Provided personalized support to individual students, addressing specific learning needs and challenges.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted mutual respect, collaboration, and open communication between all students.
- Improved student reading and writing proficiency by implementing targeted ESL strategies and techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate various learning styles, levels, and abilities within the classroom.
- Enhanced students'' cultural awareness through the integration of multicultural texts and real-world examples.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Education
Master of Arts - English As A Second Language
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And French
Clemson University
Clemson, SC12-1980
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- FLUENT IN Spanish
- Language immersion
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Small group instruction
- Language proficiency
Certification
- LETRS Certified
- Brainspring Phonics First Certified
- Heggerty Certified
- Sound Wall Training
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Rocky Ridge Elementary School
08.2009 - Current
Master of Arts - English As A Second Language
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And French
Clemson University
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