Olena Novytska
Plano,TX
Summary
Proactive ESL teacher focused on emotional, physical and social development of students. Committed to forming meaningful relationships with children and families. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Preschool Teacher
Children's Learning Adventure
06.2023 - Current
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Planned educational opportunities based on children's interests.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
ESL Teacher
Mozaika Middle & High School
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, and reading comprehension.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
ESL Teacher
WOW-English Middle And High School
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation, and reading comprehension.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
Private ESL Teacher
Self-employed
09.2008 - 09.2015
- Teaching non-English speakers speaking, reading, listening, writing skills
- Grading students' homework and assignments to enhance the students' level of understanding;
- Designing lesson plans based on Ministry of Education curriculum guidelines;
- Preparing, supervising and grading examinations, quizzes, tests etc.
- Creating and distributing progress reports to both students and parents.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Taught students remotely using online video chat platform and other delivery channels.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Central Ukrainian Pedagogical University
Kropyvnytskyi, Ukraine06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Central Ukrainian Pedagogical University
Kropyvnytskyi, Ukraine 06.2007
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Child Development
- Learning Assessment Skills
- Parent Communication
- Curriculum Development
- Background in Education
- Schedule Creation and Maintenance
Certification
CELTA teaching certificate
August 2020 to Present
CELTA is a qualification for teaching English as a foreign language.
Languages
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Preschool Teacher
Children's Learning Adventure
06.2023 - Current
ESL Teacher
Mozaika Middle & High School
09.2020 - 07.2022
ESL Teacher
WOW-English Middle And High School
09.2017 - 09.2020
Private ESL Teacher
Self-employed
09.2008 - 09.2015
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Central Ukrainian Pedagogical University
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Central Ukrainian Pedagogical University
CELTA teaching certificate
August 2020 to Present
CELTA is a qualification for teaching English as a foreign language.
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