Margaret Schmidt
Montvale,NJ
Summary
Innovative, collaborative education leader with a passion for interculturality and literacy. Deep knowledge of and experience in French language and ESOL instruction, curriculum development, and program management and evaluation. Specializes in curriculum development and innovative instructional strategies. Excels in communication, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity to foster engaging learning environments. Committed to leveraging these skills to enhance student understanding and love of language learning.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher, ELL Support Teacher
Pascack Hills High School
Montvale, New Jersey
08.2024 - Current
- Create thematic instructional units based on cultural elements in a wide range of Francophone countries.
- Employ interactive learning methods to instruct students in the French language and culture.
- Integrate technology into classroom settings to engage students, and diversify instruction.
- Cultivate a collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative teaching strategies for improved engagement with English learners.
- Assist in planning and implementing the annual WIDA ACCESS testing.
- Served as an advisor for French National Honor Society dedicated to the study and promotion of the French language.
French Teacher
Alliance Française de Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
01.2014 - 12.2024
- Teach all levels of French in private and group lessons both online and in-person
- Develop curriculum for courses and serve as ambassador for the Alliance Française de Milwaukee at local and national events
- Member of DELF assessment team; certified DELF assessor (A1-B2)
English Language Learner Teacher
Carmen School of Science and Technology
Milwaukee, WI
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided direct instruction to ELLs to improve their academic performance.
- Utilized various teaching methodologies to deliver engaging, interactive learning experiences.
- Assisted English language learners in adapting to the school environment by providing social and emotional support.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to integrate new teaching strategies and materials into the curriculum.
- Assisted in planning and implementing the annual WIDA ACCESS testing, and disseminating data to administrators and teachers.
Learning Design Strategist
LearningMate
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Learning design strategist for international e-learning provider
- Remote freelance role
- Responsible for reviewing and editing curriculum, lessons, and assessment for online four-year high school French program
- Ensure lessons align with ACTFL standards and client's guidelines for diversity and inclusion
Program Leader
Center for International Educational Exchange
07.2019 - 08.2023
- Served as program leader for CIEE's high school study abroad program in Rennes, France
- Provided support for students and program goals, lead students in community activities and excursions, provided feedback on language development and assessed student progress and performance
ESOL Instructor
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
09.2013 - 06.2023
- Taught ESOL to international students in the Intensive English Program
- Contributed to development of strategic plan and curriculum review to assure re-accreditation
- Taught beginning and intermediate French, as well as French culture and history courses as department needs required
- Program assistant for summer study abroad program in Paris (July 2018)
Refugee Support Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Refugee Support teacher within the English Language Learners program
- Co-taught and supported instruction across disciplines
- Administered WIDA ACCESS tests to ELLs, analyzed data and disseminated results and recommendations to students, teachers, and administration
- Taught French within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework
- Created and delivered inquiry-based lessons following the IB framework
- Collaborated with faculty across disciplines, developed cross-discipline projects and common assessments
- Served as department chair
Consultant
College Board Consultant
04.2010 - 08.2021
- Prepared & presented one-day workshops and weeklong summer institutes focusing on Advanced Placement French Language & Culture course for AP & pre-AP teachers
- AP French Language & Culture exam reader and table leader (2004 - 2021)
- Nationwide
French Teacher
Shorewood High School
Shorewood, USA
08.1995 - 06.2013
- Taught all levels of high school French language from beginning learners to Advanced Placement
- Established and coordinated high school exchange program with Lycée Alphonse Benoit, France
- As World Languages Curriculum Coordinator, oversaw development and implementation of district's elementary language program as well as coordination and articulation of the district's world language curriculum
- As World Languages Department Chair, managed daily operations of department, attended department chair meetings, disseminated information to department members, coordinated teaching assignments, and mentored new teachers
Education
MS - Educational Administration & Supervision
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
MS - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
MA - French Literature
University of Texas - Austin
Post-baccalaureate certification - French, ESL
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
BA - History, French
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Skills
- Task-based communicative language teaching
- Content and language integrated learning
- Multimedia and technology integration
- Innovative curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction techniques
- AP French Language and Culture & IB experience
- Language immersion and student travel
- Highly collaborative with colleagues
- Online and blended learning experiences
- French language - ACTFL Distinguished
- Native English speaker
Certification
- Wisconsin Administrative License, 5010 (Director of Instruction); 5051 (Principal)
- Wisconsin Master Teacher License, 1355 (French, 6-12), 1395 (ESL, K-12)
- New Jersey Teacher License (French, 6 -12, English Language Learners, K-12)
- Examinateur DELF - DALF, (A1 - B2)
Professional Memberships
- Wisconsin Association for Language Teachers (WAFLT), Executive Board (2002-2005), Professional Development Committee (2004-2012)
- American Association of Teachers of French, Member 1996 - present, Wisconsin Chapter President (2002-2005)
- American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Member since 2001
Professional Development
- International Baccalaureate, IB MYP Language Acquisition Levels 1-2, 2018
- Growing Minds Milwaukee, Fundamentals of Mindfulness Training for Educators, 2017
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, Certification - World Languages other than English (French), 2007
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
French Teacher, ELL Support Teacher
Pascack Hills High School
08.2024 - Current
English Language Learner Teacher
Carmen School of Science and Technology
08.2023 - 06.2024
Learning Design Strategist
LearningMate
05.2021 - 06.2024
Program Leader
Center for International Educational Exchange
07.2019 - 08.2023
Refugee Support Teacher
Milwaukee Public Schools
08.2016 - 12.2021
French Teacher
Alliance Française de Milwaukee
01.2014 - 12.2024
ESOL Instructor
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
09.2013 - 06.2023
Consultant
College Board Consultant
04.2010 - 08.2021
French Teacher
Shorewood High School
08.1995 - 06.2013
- Wisconsin Administrative License, 5010 (Director of Instruction); 5051 (Principal)
- Wisconsin Master Teacher License, 1355 (French, 6-12), 1395 (ESL, K-12)
- New Jersey Teacher License (French, 6 -12, English Language Learners, K-12)
- Examinateur DELF - DALF, (A1 - B2)
MS - Educational Administration & Supervision
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
MS - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
MA - French Literature
University of Texas - Austin
Post-baccalaureate certification - French, ESL
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
BA - History, French
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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