Raheim Myers
Houston,Texas
Summary
Cultured Art and ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher offering 3 years of expertise in ESL and literature course instruction as well as 3 years teaching hands on art and various media. Gifted in leading students as well as enhancing critical thinking and language talents developed through reading English literature. Focused on appealing to diverse group of students by helping interpret reading assignments. Flexible and influential and committed to helping students with studies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Lci Language Centers
Houston, Texas
10.2022 - Current
- Taught grammar, writing, listening and reading in beginner and intermediate proficiency levels.
- Built relationships with students of diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds.
- Created interesting and age-appropriate reading lists to expand English vocabulary and comprehension skills.
- Created opportunities for adult students to actively engage with one another in small and large group interactive learning sessions.
- Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role play assignments.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
iTutorGroup
Brooklyn, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Taught online ESL (English as a Second Language) to over 600 Chinese, Japanese, and Taiwanese students, ranging from young children to senior adults. From basic to advanced levels, deploying both one-on-one teaching and group teaching.
- Screened and identified needs of learners through brief diagnostic tests.
- Created a friendly atmosphere for students to learn in and encouraged creativity in a virtual learning environment.
- Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role play assignments.
- Filled out and submitted progress reports for students after each class.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Chungdahm Learning Institute
Namyangju-Si, Gyeonggi-do
03.2017 - 01.2020
- Educated over 150 students per semester with well-rounded English program.
- Conducted classes in reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, presentation skills, discussions, and test taking skills with elementary and middle school Korean students.
- Corrected weekly writing notebooks and online homework.
- Taught classes in Asian Parliamentary Style debate format based on student led topics and ideas.
- Wrote comments on the progression and performance of each student per term.
- Proctored standardized achievement tests once per term on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Taught additional topics, including cultural diversity, conflict/resolution, and bridging cultural gaps.
- Repeated key lesson information to teach grammar and help students grasp concepts.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Encouraged students to express themselves through creative writing assignments.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for all students.
- Led multiple classes each semester, including general English courses, literature and creative writing.
Elementary/Middle School Technology Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
Baltimore, MD
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Prepared lesson plans and delivered classroom instruction for 200+ elementary and middle school students on basic computer skills such as typing, internet safety, and word processing software.
- Maintained and updated lab computer systems and software.
- Provided classroom-troubleshooting services and expertise on PowerPoint presentations, digital scene projections, and program development for school administration and faculty.
- Initiated a technology-based after-school program for 15+ students exposing Baltimore City youth to Art and Technology based skills, including video editing, photo manipulation and desktop publishing.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Attended professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Delivered clear, informative lessons on subject matter framed to meet state standards.
Computer Lab Technician
Morgan State University Arts Department
Baltimore, MD
08.2006 - 06.2011
- Managed and maintained the Morgan State University Computer Lab, including 30+ Apple computers, printers, scanners, and related hardware.
- Regularly updated and reconfigured software and hardware with current software and operating systems.
- Supported both students and faculty with troubleshooting on computers, software, and other computer lab hardware.
- Maintained composure and patience in face of difficult student related situations, applying de-escalation techniques and positive support.
- Provided group education and one-on-one tutorials on software programs such as Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as on printing, project development, and Apple computers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/ Graphic Design
College Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD06.2006
Skills
- Proficient in Mac OSX, Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Keynote, WordPress, Adobe Acrobat
- Group and individual instruction
- Grammar rules
- Certified ESL Instructor
- Composition lessons
- Communication expertise
- Interpreting literature
- Reading coursework
- Multitasking
- Editing and proofreading
- Hands-on learning
- Online instruction
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Group leadership
- ESL
- Self-motivated
- Testing administration
Certification
International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) 120 hour course graduate
Timeline
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Lci Language Centers
10.2022 - Current
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
iTutorGroup
01.2020 - 01.2021
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Chungdahm Learning Institute
03.2017 - 01.2020
Elementary/Middle School Technology Teacher
Baltimore City Public School System
09.2011 - 05.2012
Computer Lab Technician
Morgan State University Arts Department
08.2006 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts/ Graphic Design
College Morgan State University
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