Marina Barros
Waterford,NY
Summary
Patient and dedicated teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environment. Experienced working with children and adults from wide array of cultural backgrounds to teach language skills. Positive educator patient with students, consistently dedicating extra time for one-on-one instruction to teach difficult lessons.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Escola Cantinho Magico
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- 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.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
ESL Long Term Substitute Teacher
Escola Cantinho Magico
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
- Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Teacher Assistant
American School Of Brasilia
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Art Teacher After School Program
American School Of Brasilia
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
Classified and Certificated Substitute Teacher
American School Of Brasilia
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Teaching Assistant
School Of The Nations
08.2010 - 07.2011
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
University of Brasilia
Brasilia, Brazil04.2021
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Instructional Methods
- Positive Learning Environment
- ESL Teaching Methods
- Personalized Instruction
- Create Instructional Materials
- Sound Judgment
- Interactive Teaching
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Strong English Language Skills
Certification
Cambridge Language Proficiency C1 Level
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Escola Cantinho Magico
01.2018 - 03.2019
ESL Long Term Substitute Teacher
Escola Cantinho Magico
09.2017 - 12.2017
Teacher Assistant
American School Of Brasilia
08.2014 - 09.2016
Art Teacher After School Program
American School Of Brasilia
08.2014 - 08.2016
Classified and Certificated Substitute Teacher
American School Of Brasilia
08.2013 - 06.2014
Teaching Assistant
School Of The Nations
08.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
University of Brasilia
Cambridge Language Proficiency C1 Level
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