Michelle Goodwin
Marlborough,CT
Summary
Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
TESOL Teacher
East Hartford Public Schools
East Hartford, CT
09.2012 - Current
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
Teacher/1st Grade Teacher
East Hartford Public Schools
East Hartford, CT
09.2003 - 06.2012
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Piloted program to address proposed state subject area competencies and standards.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Education
No Degree - TESOL, K-12
Master of Science - Educational Technology
05.2017
Master of Science - Remedial Reading And Language Arts
05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Education
05.2002
High School Diploma -
06.1982
Skills
- Individual and group instruction
- Testing and grading
- Test methods knowledge
- Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules
- Workforce Readiness
- Interactive Teaching
- Conversational Language Acquisition Techniques
Timeline
TESOL Teacher - East Hartford Public Schools
09.2012 - Current
Teacher/1st Grade Teacher - East Hartford Public Schools
09.2003 - 06.2012
State of Connecticut - No Degree, TESOL, K-12
Eastern Connecticut State University - Master of Science, Educational Technology
Central Connecticut State University - Master of Science, Remedial Reading And Language Arts
Central Connecticut State University - Bachelor of Science, Education
Barnstable High School - High School Diploma,
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