Michael Carl Cacho
Costa Mesa
Summary
Dynamic CELTA-qualified English language teacher with a proven track record at Teaching House, adept at delivering engaging, student-centered lessons. Skilled in lesson planning and multilingual classroom management, I excel in analyzing learner needs and collaborating with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment for diverse student groups.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CELTA-qualified English language teacher
Teaching House
Atlanta
10.2025 - 12.2025
- 120-hour CELTA course completed
- Planned and taught assessed lessons at pre-intermediate and upper-intermediate levels
- Delivered clear, structured, student-centered lessons using communicative methodology
- Taught multilingual classes with varied L1 backgrounds
- Used coursebooks including Cutting Edge and English File
- Observed qualified teachers across multiple levels
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan four weeks of lessons
- Completed a learner case study on a multilingual pre-intermediate group
Teaching Assistant – Latin
The Geneva School
El Toro
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed 7th and 8th grade Latin language classroom
- Supported classroom activities and student comprehension
- Worked closely with the lead teacher to reinforce lesson objectives
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Holy Apostles College & Seminary
01.2025
Skills
- English language teaching (Pre-Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate)
- Lesson planning and materials adaptation
- Multilingual classroom management
- Learner needs analysis
- Clear verbal explanation and academic writing
- Collaborative planning
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/19/96
- Nationality: American
Teaching Qualification
CELTA – Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Teaching House, Atlanta, GA, 10/01/25, 12/31/25, 120-hour CELTA course completed, Planned and taught assessed lessons at pre-intermediate and upper-intermediate levels, Delivered clear, structured, student-centered lessons using communicative methodology, Taught multilingual classes with varied L1 backgrounds, Used coursebooks including Cutting Edge and English File, Observed qualified teachers across multiple levels, Collaborated with colleagues to plan four weeks of lessons, Completed a learner case study on a multilingual pre-intermediate group
Hobbies and Interests
- International travel (three trips to Japan)
- Hip-hop dance
- Video gaming
- Weightlifting
References
Aloysius Aeschliman, Latin Instructor, The Geneva School, El Toro, California
Timeline
CELTA-qualified English language teacher
Teaching House
10.2025 - 12.2025
Teaching Assistant – Latin
The Geneva School
01.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Holy Apostles College & Seminary