Maria Lochala
Grosse Tete,LA
Summary
Dedicated ESL and Spanish Teacher with extensive experience in empowering learners of all ages to thrive in English and Spanish environments. Personalized and adaptable teaching methods that cater to diverse learning needs, both online and in-person. Committed to fostering language proficiency among students at various starting levels, ensuring a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online ESL Teacher
Self-employed
Grosse Tete, LA
12.2024 - Current
- Assist individuals worldwide in mastering English as a second language.
- Deliver tailored coaching sessions fostering engagement and growth.
Language School Administrator
The American Institute
Torreon, Mexico
09.2020 - 09.2024
- Supervised, assessed, and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals
- Recruited and hired amazing teachers through interviews and analyzing CVs
- Verified student grades, attendance, and schedules
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline, and class attendance
- Communicated with parents to give reports on students' progress and encourage active parental participation in education
- Developed and delivered an engaging summer English course that resulted in 80% of participants continuing into the full academic year, reflecting high levels of student satisfaction and parental approval
Private English and Spanish Teacher
Self-employed
, France
10.2016 - 06.2020
- Taught English to multicultural students, creating inclusive and supporting environment to help them have effective and comfortable learning experience
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, identifying areas of difficulty and implementing targeted interventions
English Teacher/ ESL Project Coordinator
The American Institute
, Mexico
09.2013 - 09.2015
- English project coordinator (interviewing English teacher candidates, evaluating placement tests, and supervising classrooms)
- English teacher (beginner, intermediate, advanced level, and conversation groups)
- Performed written translation services for professional enterprises
- Private tutoring
- Gave preparation for the TOEFL test
Elementary ESL teacher
The Montessori Community A.C
, Mexico
08.2012 - 08.2013
- English teacher, First grade, elementary school
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Improved learning outcomes with implementation of differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual student needs
Elementary ESL teacher
Nuevo Mundo Montessori A.C.
, Mexico
09.2004 - 06.2009
- ESL teacher for first grade, third grade, and sixth grade
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted mutual respect, collaboration, and open communication between all students
- Prepared classroom and materials according to Montessori pedagogy and needs of children
Education
Bachelor - English As A Foreign Language
University Normal Superior
Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico09.2004
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Innovation
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Teaching experience
- Relationship building
Certification
- Strategies and Teaching Abilities in The English Language, The American Institute, 2011-2012
- TOEFL training certification, The American Institute, 2012
- Sociolinguistics workshop (ASL), Evry, France, 2016
Accomplishments
Designed and Implemented Summer English Course, Developed and delivered an engaging summer English course that resulted in 80% of participants continuing into the full academic year, reflecting high levels of student satisfaction and parental approval. Created a curriculum that emphasized interactive learning, contributing to significant language development among students.
Hobbies and Interests
- Family
- Reading
- Exercise
- Music
- Art
- Traveling
Languages
- English, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
- Spanish, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
- French, Upper intermediate (B2)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Timeline
Online ESL Teacher
Self-employed
12.2024 - Current
Language School Administrator
The American Institute
09.2020 - 09.2024
Private English and Spanish Teacher
Self-employed
10.2016 - 06.2020
English Teacher/ ESL Project Coordinator
The American Institute
09.2013 - 09.2015
Elementary ESL teacher
The Montessori Community A.C
08.2012 - 08.2013
Elementary ESL teacher
Nuevo Mundo Montessori A.C.
09.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor - English As A Foreign Language
University Normal Superior
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