Polly Pampusch
St. Louis Park,MN
Summary
Energetic and empathetic ESL teacher with passion for language education and cross-cultural exchange. Well-versed in language acquisition principles and adept at creating engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learner needs. Committed to fostering positive relationships with students and their families as well as providing an inclusive learning environment to help students achieve fluency and confidence in English.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
Edina Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials in grades kindergarten through 8th grade.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' English acquisition in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- Created new lesson plans based on Minnesota state standards and WIDA standards.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum utilizing project-based learning, fictional and non-fictional projects.
- Planned and administered the yearly ACCESS assessments to measure student progress, identify growth opportunities. and to identify proficient students.
- Developed activities that included visual arts, reader's theater, skits, music and original student art.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.
- Supported and taught dual-identified-ESL and special education students.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Osseo Area Schools
08.2017 - 10.2021
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials, K-5.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' English acquisition in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
- Created new lesson plans based on Minnesota state standards and WIDA standards.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Advised school administration on the selection of appropriate ESL resources and materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Coached classroom teachers in best practices for ESL students through the Hamline University ELM Project.
- Worked collaboratively with special education staff to provide English language service to dual-idenified students.
English as a Second Language Teacher
St. Paul Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2017
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve English proficiency in grades Pre-K through 6th grade.
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum utilizing project-based learning.
- Created new lesson plans utilizing a variety of art modalities.
- Served on the school equity and leadership committee.
- Advised school administration on the selection of appropriate ESL resources and materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.
- Mentored new teachers in ESL methodologies, providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Kind and compassionate
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
Edina Public Schools
10.2021 - Current
English as a Second Language Teacher
Osseo Area Schools
08.2017 - 10.2021
English as a Second Language Teacher
St. Paul Public Schools
08.2000 - 06.2017
Master of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language
Hamline University
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