Matilda McKinney
ESL Teacher
Orange Park,FL
Summary
Newly certified ESL Instructor committed to helping non-English speaking students improve English reading, writing and speaking fluency. Enthusiastic with a strong foundation in tutoring, writing, and hands-on experience engaging with the public in retail, receptionist, and administrative roles. Known for being approachable, detail-oriented, and an attentive listener. Dedicated to helping students achieve language goals with a focus on clarity, patience, and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fiction Proofreader/Editor
Freelance
Yulee , Florida
01.2024 - Current
- Edited and proofread fiction manuscripts, enhancing clarity and coherence.
- Provided constructive feedback to writers to improve their storytelling and writing techniques.
- Checked and corrected grammatical and spelling errors in diverse documents.
- Collaborated with writers and editors to improve overall content clarity and readability.
Administrative Assistant(Remote Contract Position)
Upstate Neurology
Greenville, SC
02.2019 - Current
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
- Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
Social Media Manager
Freelance
Yulee, Florida
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring consistent brand voice and message.
- Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of competition.
- Boosted engagement rates with creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Developed targeted advertising campaigns, driving website traffic and generating leads.
- Streamlined content creation processes, improving efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Writing Tutor
Freelance
Yulee, Florida
06.2014 - 12.2018
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Empowered writers by equipping them with essential tools required for outlining narratives that captivate audiences while delivering insightful messages.
- Guided students through brainstorming exercises to generate innovative ideas for written assignments or projects.
- Aided in development of strong thesis statements for improved essay structure and organization.
- Enhanced student writing skills by providing individualized feedback and guidance on essays and assignments.
ESL Instructor (Temporary Contract Position)
Vipkid Online Teaching
Beijing, China
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Constructed classroom management system to keep classroom disruption to minimum.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking, and reading skills.
Education
120-Hour TEFL/TESOL. Certification -
Bridge Education Group
Denver, CO 07.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 08.2014 - 12.2017
Associate of Arts - English
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL 01.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
- Empathy and patience
- Online Teaching
- Individual Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Lesson Plan Development
- Cross-cultural communication
Certification
120-Hour TEFL/TESOL Certficate
Timeline
120-Hour TEFL/TESOL Certficate
09-2024
120-Hour TEFL/TESOL. Certification -
Bridge Education Group
07.2024 - 09.2024
Fiction Proofreader/Editor
Freelance
01.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant(Remote Contract Position)
Upstate Neurology
02.2019 - Current
ESL Instructor (Temporary Contract Position)
Vipkid Online Teaching
02.2018 - 04.2018
Social Media Manager
Freelance
12.2017 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Telecommunications
University of Florida
08.2014 - 12.2017
Writing Tutor
Freelance
06.2014 - 12.2018
Associate of Arts - English
Florida State College At Jacksonville
01.2011 - 05.2014
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