Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:
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Ruth Hanrahan

Clifton,NJ

Summary

Dynamic ESL educator with over 20 years of experience teaching multilingual learners in academic and community settings. Expertise in curriculum design, student engagement, and culturally responsive instruction fosters impactful learning experiences. A strong commitment to fostering inclusive environments ensures all students receive the support needed for successful language acquisition. Passionate about empowering diverse populations through tailored educational strategies and innovative teaching methods.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Teacher

Christopher Columbus Middle School
09.2008 - Current
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student participation and comprehension.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition for diverse student populations.
  • Fostered inclusive classroom environments promoting collaboration and respect among students.
  • Developed individualized instructional materials tailored to meet unique learner needs.
  • Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and instructional approaches.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to align curriculum standards and share best practices in ESL instruction.
  • Skilled in curriculum design, student engagement, and culturally responsive instruction.

ESL Teacher

Clifton High School
09.2003 - 01.2008
  • Assessed student progress regularly to adjust teaching methods and objectives effectively.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension and retention of English language concepts.
  • Utilized various teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote active participation.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Implemented technology-based tools to enhance learning experiences and increase student engagement.

Education

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Caldwell College
Caldwell, NJ
05-2007

Master of Arts - Teaching English as a Second Language

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05-2003

B.A. - Psychology

Montclair State University
Upper Montclair, NJ

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership

Kean University
Union, NJ
05-2027

Skills

  • Empathy and patience
  • Student assessment
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom management
  • Teaching english
  • Teaching strategies
  • Cooperative learning

Accomplishments

Acquired Educational grants to improve school environment.

Work closely with community stakeholders

Participated in the planning of cultural events serving the community

Affiliations

Member of the NJTESOL-NJBE; NEA.

Certification

  • ESL Certificate
  • Supervisor Certificate
  • Principal Certificate of Eligibility
  • Yoga Certification

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

  • Participate in district projects and technology training.
  • Collaborate and plan challenging lessons with subject teachers that support the district’s curriculum.
  • Coordinator of the Multicultural Club at CCMS.
  • Mentored a student teacher in spring 2010.
  • Contributed in applied linguistic research at Clifton High School.
  • Teacher Coach that assisted teachers with lesson planning.
  • President of Sunshine Club integrated to assist new ESL students with school information.
  • Planned and administered fund raiser for school trips associated with the Sunshine Club.
  • Workshop Presenter at NJTESOL/NJBE May 2008, May 2006, and May 2005.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

ESL Teacher

Christopher Columbus Middle School
09.2008 - Current

ESL Teacher

Clifton High School
09.2003 - 01.2008

B.A. - Psychology

Montclair State University

Master of Arts - Educational Administration

Caldwell College

Master of Arts - Teaching English as a Second Language

The College of New Jersey

Ed.D. - Educational Leadership

Kean University

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