Lisa Williams
Instructor
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Patient and dedicated ESL instructors are skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within a group environment. Exper and ienced working with children and adults from various cultural backgrounds to teach language skills. Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teach difficult lessons or classroom lessons. Patient and dedicated English skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environments. Experienced working with children and adults from various cultural backgrounds to teach language skills. Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teaching the whole ESL classroom. Energetic ESL Instructor experienced in teaching children from a diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds with years of classroom experience at high school adult levels. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing, and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods. Enthusiastic Instructor dedicated to creating an enjoyable, inviting, and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand American culture. Highly and licensed in Secondary English Language Arts.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult ESL Instructor
Auburn University At Montgomery
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
- Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Conducted skills assessments to uncover performance gaps.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
- Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
- Balanced instruction, demonstration and personal work time for optimal student learning.
- Demonstrated principles of subject material and advanced methods to students.
Private ESL Tutor
Self-employeed
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
ESL Program Manager and GED Teacher
Trenholm State Community College
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Devised creative solutions to critical customer and user needs.
- Researched industry best practices in support of training development and program content.
- Designed and developed programs and projects for dissemination to personnel.
Language Coordinator
Global-LT
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Reading, Language, and Writing.
Outreach and Prevention Educator
Family Sunshine Center
02.2012 - 02.2013
- Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Created pamphlets, videos and other health education materials to promote health awareness and preventive health practices.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
- Monitored health trends and data to identify health concerns and develop related health education initiatives.
- Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating health education programs.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify health needs and risk factors for individuals and communities.
- Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs.
Language Arts Instructor
Robert E. Lee High School
08.1999 - 10.2006
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Helped students develop academic, social and emotional skills for long-term success.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Encouraged independent thought, good judgment and expression of original ideas.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL08.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Auburn University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL12.1993
Skills
- Vocabulary Enrichment
- Grading
- Academic Assessment Methods
- Student Evaluation
- Language Skills
- Support Networks
- Group Assistance
- Behavior Modification
Accomplishments
- Earned a one-year contract to work at AUM teaching ESL to all language-speaking students meeting the correct criteria.
- Developed international and domestic ESL and TEFL curriculum for more than twelve students.
Certification
- State of Alabama Professional Educator Certificate - Class A and AA
- English License - Highly educated in the fields of English and English as a Second Language
Additional Information
I achieved my teacher certification in 1999 and have continued to do so through 6/3/2020. While obtaining my Master's Degree, I wrote written responses for the class "History of the English Language" and "The King James Version" of the Bible. I received an above-average grade of a "B" in this class. While obtaining my Master's Degree, I received the above average grade of an "A" on the majority of my assignments.
Timeline
Adult ESL Instructor
Auburn University At Montgomery
08.2021 - 07.2022
Private ESL Tutor
Self-employeed
07.2020 - 07.2021
ESL Program Manager and GED Teacher
Trenholm State Community College
01.2017 - 07.2020
Language Coordinator
Global-LT
07.2015 - 01.2017
Outreach and Prevention Educator
Family Sunshine Center
02.2012 - 02.2013
Language Arts Instructor
Robert E. Lee High School
08.1999 - 10.2006
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Auburn University-Montgomery
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Auburn University-Montgomery
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