MARIAN J. SCHIFF
Alpharetta,GA
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MIDDLE SCHOOL LITERACY TUTOR
Applerouth Education
Johns Creek, GA
09.2024 - Current
- Tutor 6th-8th grade students at River Trail Middle School in English Language Arts, including reading, writing, and grammar
- Develop lessons following Applerouth recommended curriculum and GA grade-level standards.
- Monitored literacy progress among pupils.
- Fostered independent student exploration to boost reading engagement.
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Increased overall efficiency of our tutoring program through effective time management and organization skills applied during each session.
- Expanded vocabulary knowledge for students using various techniques like word games, flashcards, and context clues.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans in accordance with curriculums.
FRENCH TUTOR
Learnwell Collective
Alpharetta, GA
09.2024 - Current
- Facilitate learning of introductory French concepts for high school learners.
- Prepare instructional materials that introduce students to basic French communication and cultural concepts.
- Facilitated group discussions to practice conversational French.
- Utilize multimedia tools like PowerPoint presentations and educational websites to engage students visually during lessons.
- Incorporate authentic French materials, such as articles, videos, and songs, to provide cultural context and stimulate interest.
- Adapt tutoring plans to incorporate students' particular strengths and goals.
- Work closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Integrate French lessons into real-life scenarios and role-playing.
ELEMENTARY CHORUS TEACHER
Learnwell Collective
Alpharetta, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Develop thematic concepts each quarter considering seasonality and student preferences.
- Curate music to align with chosen themes.
- Instruct elementary school students on songs.
- Lead various concert performances.
SUMMER TUTOR
Best Brains
Cumming, GA
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided individual instruction in reading, writing, spelling and math to K-5 students
- Utilized creative teaching methods such as visual aids, interactive activities, and educational games
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and understanding when working with struggling learners
LITERACY TUTOR
Future Forward
Norcross, GA
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Instructed elementary students in reading, phonics, writing, and phonological awareness.
- Implemented Future Forward format for curriculum and lessons.
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Encouraged students to find things to read individually to increase reading interest.
- Kept detailed records of student progress and attendance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans in accordance with curriculums.
- Expanded vocabulary knowledge for students using various techniques like word games, flashcards, and context clues.
- Served as a mentor for struggling readers, providing motivation and support to help them reach their literacy goals.
- Increased overall efficiency of our tutoring program through effective time management and organization skills applied during each session.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open communication regarding student progress.
- Established a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student concerns and fostering positive attitudes toward literacy.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Forsyth County Schools
Cumming, GA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Instructed K-5 students in both general education and specialized subjects.
- Maintained consistency in curriculum delivery by aligning with established lesson plans.
- Coordinated smooth transitions between scheduled activities.
- Resolved behavioral concerns to maintain a conducive learning environment.
VIRTUAL ENGLISH TEACHER
NovaKid
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Delivered personalized English lessons to children ages 4-13 in multiple global locations using NovaKid lesson plans.
- Incorporated interactive elements such as TPR, props, and music to support student understanding.
- Encouraged active participation by giving students ample opportunities to speak.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
PRESCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER
St. Aidan's Preschool
Milton, GA
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Facilitated age-appropriate music and movement sessions for preschool classes.
- Developed instructional plans suitable for students' developmental levels and ages.
- Incorporated diverse musical tempos, rhythms and origins into lesson plans.
- Created educational content reflecting school's thematic guidelines.
- Guided young learners in incorporating movement and instruments into music sessions.
- Led numerous concerts annually for holidays and celebrations.
PRESCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER
Lord of Life Preschool
Alpharetta, GA
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Tutor 6th-8th grade students at River Trail Middle School in English Language Arts, including reading, writing, and grammar
- Develop lessons following Applerouth recommended curriculum and GA grade-level standards.
- Monitored literacy progress among pupils.
- Fostered independent student exploration to boost reading engagement.
- Assessed reading comprehension and vocabulary of students.
- Increased overall efficiency of our tutoring program through effective time management and organization skills applied during each session.
- Expanded vocabulary knowledge for students using various techniques like word games, flashcards, and context clues.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans in accordance with curriculums.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
Georgia Southern University
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater and French
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC12.1993
Skills
- Proficiency in most educational technologies
- Patience and empathy
- Reading strategies
- Lesson planning
- Oral communication
- Multisensory teaching
- Writing instruction
- Reading comprehension
- Language fluency
- Vocabulary expansion
- Individual and group coaching
- Phonics
- Assessment techniques
- Certified reading specialist
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Elementary education
- Adapting to Student's learning style
- Individualized learning plans
Certification
Elementary Education T5 Certification with Reading Endorsement
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
MIDDLE SCHOOL LITERACY TUTOR
Applerouth Education
09.2024 - Current
FRENCH TUTOR
Learnwell Collective
09.2024 - Current
SUMMER TUTOR
Best Brains
05.2024 - 09.2024
ELEMENTARY CHORUS TEACHER
Learnwell Collective
01.2024 - Current
LITERACY TUTOR
Future Forward
01.2023 - 05.2024
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
Forsyth County Schools
01.2022 - 05.2023
VIRTUAL ENGLISH TEACHER
NovaKid
01.2019 - 12.2021
PRESCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER
St. Aidan's Preschool
01.2018 - 12.2020
PRESCHOOL MUSIC TEACHER
Lord of Life Preschool
01.2015 - 12.2018
Master of Arts - Teaching
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theater and French
Guilford College
Elementary Education T5 Certification with Reading Endorsement