Marybeth Banks
Summary
Experienced in education, dedicated professional committed to optimizing student learning potential. Utilizes diverse instructional strategies and effective classroom management techniques to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Skilled lecturer excels at leading hands-on activities for student success. Strong commitment to high-quality education drives continuous growth and improvement. Models and employs a growth mindset in all educational environments, providing the best possible foundation for future success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
French Teacher
Oak Middle School
09.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain standardized lessons, using clear and detailed instructions
- 7th and 8th grades (5 separate teams)
- Assess student work regularly, both formally and informally (speaking/writing) and maintain records of learners' achievement and proficiency level
- Develop motivating and stimulating lessons using culturally responsive and anti-racist lens to engage students
- Collaborate with colleagues to develop new curriculum and design activities that incorporate learning principles appropriate to student age and grade-level
- Utilize technology in multiple modalities to engage student interest in and out of the classroom
- Participate actively in all professional development opportunities, faculty and departmental meetings, and other job-related duties
Oak Musical Choreographer
02.2025 - Current
- Run rehearsals for small and large groups of students
- Arrange movement for multiple scenes in the play
- Break down movement in order to facilitate learning of step patterns
Homework Academy
10.2024 - Current
- Supervise students in attendance
- Ensure completion of listed homework per Team slides
Online Tutor
Ivy Path
06.2017 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: based in Shanghai, China
- Employed Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) during each lesson, modified for online format and group size (1-3 students)
- Utilized shared reading techniques to facilitate reading and speaking skills in English language
- Fostered reading comprehension through direct questioning
French Teacher
Lynn Classical High School
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Taught French language and Francophone culture (remote and hybrid during COVID-19)
- Levels 1-5 [Honors and College Preparatory courses for Levels 2-5] Grades 9-12
- Differentiated for varied levels within mixed level and mixed grade classes (2-3 preps in a class, depending on the group)
- Graduate Course: John Saphier's Research for Better Teaching –
- Studying Skillful Teaching: Promoting Motivation, Learning, and Achievement
SAT Lab Teacher/MCAS Tutor-ELA, (Long-term Substitute Teacher)
Braintree High School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Student Teacher, Grade 11 English
Marshfield High School
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles
- Contributed to student IEP's and 504's
- Planned and taught lesson on symbolism and unit on The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and taught entire AP unit on The Scarlet Letter
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Plymouth
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Developed strong relationships with students of all ages, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students to practice and learn new partner dance techniques.
- Regularly attended professional development seminars to stay current on industry trends and best practices in dance education techniques.
- Hosted social dance events to promote community engagement, fostering connections between students of all skill levels.
- Organized and choreographed memorable showcase performances, highlighting students'' growth and achievements in their dance journey.
- Simplified complex dance movements for beginner students with clear explanations and demonstrations of proper technique.
- Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing tailored lesson plans for individual needs, personalized to adult learners.
Peer Tutor/Academic Resource Center
Massasoit Community College
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Counseled students on English grammar and academic writing techniques
- Assessed essays for various content areas and gave pointed constructive criticism
Education
Master of Education - Secondary Education (English Language Arts)
Lesley University
Cambridge, MA02.2019
Master of Arts - French Literature
New York University Paris
09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English and French
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA05.2015
Skills
- Fluent in spoken and written French
- Utilization of adaptive learning tools
- Effective classroom management
- E-learning facilitation expertise
- Immersive cultural experiences
- Adult education facilitation
- Engaging instructional techniques
- Performance assessment
- Constructive feedback
- Strategic lesson design
- Cross-functional faculty collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Teacher - February 2019-Present (English 5-12, Initial & French, 5-12, Initial License/Massachusetts Department of Education)
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Oak Musical Choreographer
02.2025 - Current
Homework Academy
10.2024 - Current
French Teacher
Oak Middle School
09.2022 - Current
French Teacher
Lynn Classical High School
09.2019 - 06.2022
SAT Lab Teacher/MCAS Tutor-ELA, (Long-term Substitute Teacher)
Braintree High School
01.2019 - 05.2019
Student Teacher, Grade 11 English
Marshfield High School
09.2018 - 12.2018
Online Tutor
Ivy Path
06.2017 - 01.2024
Ballroom Dance Instructor
Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Plymouth
08.2016 - 08.2017
Peer Tutor/Academic Resource Center
Massasoit Community College
01.2010 - 05.2012
Master of Arts - French Literature
New York University Paris
Bachelor of Arts - English and French
Wellesley College
Master of Education - Secondary Education (English Language Arts)
Lesley University
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