KSU Data Systems Knowledge: WCOnline
Melanie Davis
English Language Tutor
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Passionate adult educator with a specialization in English language tutoring dedicated to creating, implementing and assessing instruction to meet student needs and help them grow and contribute positively to the world. Design, plan, and deliver engaging daily unit lessons and motivate and manage classes of up to 12 students. Progressive, behaviorist, and humanistic philosophies shape approaches to teaching. Commitment to creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all learners using interactive, collaborative, and experience-based student-centered activities. Energetic and hardworking individual with excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
English Language Tutor
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Create a safe space for students to practice their English language.
- Tutor English language learners and international students with English-specific questions such as public speaking, grammar, reading comprehension, and pronunciation.
- Develop individualized learning plans for each student.
- Employ visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Evaluate students' essays.
- Mentor international students with the stresses of life in a new culture and environment.
- Conduct virtual sessions via Zoom and MS Teams.
- Coordinate the Conversation Partners Program each fall and spring semesters.
- Facilitate group discussions at monthly Conversation Partners Program meetings.
- Collaborate with colleagues across departments to discuss strategies to support student success.
Certified ESL Instructor
EZ-Learning Language Institute
Marietta, GA
08.2018 - Current
- Develop and deliver engaging and effective lesson plans ranging from speaking, grammar, vocabulary, and reading activities that meet the needs of adult learners.
- Instruct students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Tailor lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Counsel students with practical everyday life activities in American culture.
- Maintain accurate attendance and grade sheets.
- Encourage extracurricular English activities for students.
- Offered Zoom troubleshooting during online sessions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Listening, Speaking, and Vocabulary IEP Instructor
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Created opportunities and activities for students to demonstrate academic speaking skills.
- Made lesson plans which incorporated student learning outcomes and course objectives determined by Kennesaw State University’s Intensive English Program.
- Assisted in students' personal gathering and learning of academic word list vocabulary.
- Created a positive and supportive learning environment for all learners.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Communicated student progress to IEP director for collaborative approach to student educational goals.
Level 11 & 12 Adult ESL Teacher
CCB School Of Atlanta
Duluth, GA
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Created and submitted weekly lesson plans which incorporated student learning outcomes and weekly course objectives determined by CCB.
- Promoted a safe and engaging environment for students to practice English in ways that are interesting to them.
- Maintained accurate attendance and grade sheets to turn in to supervisor.
- Attended professional developments during the semester as well as meeting with a teacher mentor twice a session.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
High Beginner Adult ESL Teacher
La Amistad
Atlanta, GA
02.2015 - 05.2017
- Provided supportive, nurturing learning environment to encourage and support students to reach their goals.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Coordinated attendance records with supervisor.
- Fostered connections between academic learning and real world application.
- Selected and modified instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds and learning styles.
- Created and taught relevant English lessons focusing on building fluency which includes the sound systems of English
- Aided with homework, individualized and group instruction.
- Contributed constructive feedback on student oral and written assignments.
Advanced Conversational Adult Teacher Assistant
First Baptist of Marietta
Marietta, GA
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Assisted head teacher in weekly class discussions.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Answered student questions pertaining to grammar and pronunciation.
- Provided a nurturing, supportive, and positive learning environment.
- Built relationships with students and fostered community.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Beginner Speaking Adult ESL Teacher
New City Fellowship Church
Chattanooga, TN
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Co-taught a small class of 4-6 Spanish speaking students.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of hands-on teaching techniques and strategies.
- Provided oral and written English instruction.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Established clear objectives for lessons and units.
Education
Master of Education - Learning, Leadership, And Organization Development
University of Georgia
Lawrenceville, GA 08.2021 - 07.2023
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA 08.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Covenant College
Lookout Mountain, GA 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Individualized instruction
Certification
Safe Space Training
Software
KSU Data Systems Knowledge: OwlExpress
Interests
Adult Learning Theory
English Grammar
Emerging Adults
Self-Directed Learning
Online Adult ESL
Transformational Leadership
Program Evaluation
Instructional Design
Professional Developments
- CETL: How to Design Student Learning Activities, Kennesaw State University, September 2021
- CETL: Scholarly Conversations about Online Teaching: Small & Large Group Engagement, Kennesaw State University, March 2021
- 39th Annual GATESOL Conference Virtual, October 2020
- Basics of Online Teaching and Assessment, Oxford Professional Development Webinar, December 2020
- Teaching Skills Development in the Online Classroom, Oxford Professional Development Webinar, December 2020
- Tips to Help Students Read Effectively Webinar, Kennesaw State University, January 2020
- Online Course Development Workshop, Kennesaw State University, September 2018
- Conflict Coaching Part II: Cultural Awareness & Cross- Cultural Competence, February 2017
- GSU Conference on Digital Literacy, Georgia State University, February 2017
- 4th Annual IEP Mini Conference, Georgia Tech Language Institute, February 2016
- Clarity and Immediacy in Teaching Content, Center for Instructional Effectiveness, Georgia State University, October 2015
- Second Language Research Forum 2015, Georgia State University, October 2015
Timeline
Safe Space Training
10-2022
Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification
07-2022
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events
05-2022
Naloxone Training
04-2022
QPR Suicide Prevention Session
01-2022
Master of Education - Learning, Leadership, And Organization Development
University of Georgia
08.2021 - 07.2023
Certified ESL Instructor
EZ-Learning Language Institute
08.2018 - Current
English Language Tutor
Kennesaw State University
08.2018 - Current
Listening, Speaking, and Vocabulary IEP Instructor
Kennesaw State University
05.2018 - 07.2018
Level 11 & 12 Adult ESL Teacher
CCB School Of Atlanta
08.2016 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Applied Linguistics
Georgia State University
08.2015 - 05.2017
High Beginner Adult ESL Teacher
La Amistad
02.2015 - 05.2017
Advanced Conversational Adult Teacher Assistant
First Baptist of Marietta
01.2015 - 05.2015
Beginner Speaking Adult ESL Teacher
New City Fellowship Church
08.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Covenant College
08.2010 - 05.2014