Nancy Brown
Trappe,PA
Summary
Dynamic ELD Educator with a proven track record at Norristown Area School District, enhancing student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and a strong focus on vocabulary building. Skilled in classroom management and fostering an inclusive environment, I empower students to excel in grammar and pronunciation, promoting confidence and active participation.
Throughout my years in the Norristown Area School District, I taught high school, summer school, elementary school and adult evening school. I also taught Kindergarten Readiness for the 3 summers that the district ran the program. For a couple of years, I taught high school and was an administrative assistant to the ELD supervisor. That ended with COVID and when we returned, I taught half day elementary and half day high school.
I am experienced with developing and implementing comprehensive ELD programs that enhance language proficiency. Uses innovative teaching strategies to engage students and support their academic growth. Track record of fostering supportive classroom environment and facilitating effective communication.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ELD Educator
Norristown Area School District
08.2003 - 06.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching strategies and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive educational community.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, maintaining open communication with parents, and addressing individual student needs.
- Boosted students'' confidence and motivation through consistent feedback and constructive criticism on assignments.
- Cultivated an inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students felt valued, respected, and encouraged to participate actively in their education.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Increased overall classroom engagement by implementing interactive activities, collaborative projects, and group discussions.
Education
Teaching English As A Second Language
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-2006
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching With Bilingual Endorsement
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-1979
Skills
- Student engagement
- Vocabulary building
- Grammar instruction
- Teaching strategies
- Diversity appreciation
- Pronunciation coaching
- Classroom management
- Skills enhancement
Certification
I have a Bilingual Endorsement from the state of Texas. I have my ELD endorsement from Pennsylvania.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
ELD Educator
Norristown Area School District
08.2003 - 06.2024
Teaching English As A Second Language
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching With Bilingual Endorsement
Sam Houston State University
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