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Monica Alava

Newark,NJ

Summary

Enthusiastic English as a Second Language instructor (ESL/EFL) dedicated to creating enjoyable, inviting and dynamic learning atmosphere. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand American culture. Certified in TESOL and licensed in NJ.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

TESOL/Spanish Instructor

CCLS Language School
Newark, NJ
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
  • Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
  • Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material.
  • Used state of the art software to monitor and record student progress.

ESL Instructor

Zoni Language Center
Newark, NJ
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
  • Educated over 90 students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.

ESL Lead Teacher

United Nations Educational Center
Newark, NJ
05.2016 - 12.2019
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create effective and culturally-sensitive learning environment.

EFL Adjunct Professor

Universidad Tecnica De Ambato
Ambato, Tungurahua, Ecuador
06.2013 - 02.2016
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations, including visual, aural and social learning modalities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
  • Utilized various methods, including exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension and monitored student performance using automated reporting system.

Education

Master of Science - Global Affairs

Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Rutgers University
Newark
04.2010

Skills

  • Individual and group instruction
  • Testing and grading
  • Test methods knowledge
  • 8 years TESOL Instructor
  • Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules
  • Adult Education
  • Vocabulary Enrichment
  • Interactive Teaching
  • Harkness Method
  • Workforce Readiness
  • Curriculum Development
  • Training And Mentoring
  • Student Progress Reporting
  • Online Teaching
  • Individualized Instruction

Certification

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Affiliations

National Education Association (NEA), Preservice Member

Timeline

TESOL/Spanish Instructor

CCLS Language School
06.2021 - 09.2021

ESL Instructor

Zoni Language Center
01.2020 - 04.2020

ESL Lead Teacher

United Nations Educational Center
05.2016 - 12.2019

EFL Adjunct Professor

Universidad Tecnica De Ambato
06.2013 - 02.2016

Master of Science - Global Affairs

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Rutgers University

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