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Ryan Hatch

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Passionate educator with over five years teaching students of various ages and nationalities in the U.S. and abroad. Special talent engaging students in historical curriculum in order to connect language and subject matter to student lives and cultures. A published academic and historical reenactor who seeks to make history more engaging and relevant to both students and the general public.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Teacher

Kaplan International
11.2022 - Current
  • Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
  • Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
  • Provided lessons on history and current events to facilitate vocabulary development, conversational fluency and cultural context.
  • Taught groups ranging from one-on-one sessions to over 30 students
  • Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
  • Strengthened students'' writing abilities through comprehensive essay assignments and detailed evaluation of grammar, punctuation, and style.
  • Developed welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
  • Scored second highest in student approval on teacher evaluations for December 2023

Senior Service Member (Teacher)

Wall Street English
07.2019 - 08.2022

● Daily led small groups (3-5 students) and individual classes with students of varying levels of English using provided course material

● Assisted with school events and ceremonies

● Prepared and led lessons on specialized topics for large classes (30+ students)

  • Provided lessons on history and current events to facilitate vocabulary development, conversational fluency and cultural context.

● Taught IELTS preparation courses in large groups, small classes, and one-on-one sessions

  • Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
  • Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and parents.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.

Online ESL Teacher

TutorABC
02.2019 - 04.2019
  • Improved student communication skills by incorporating interactive group activities and role-playing exercises.
  • Enhanced cultural understanding among students with diverse backgrounds through incorporation of global literature and multimedia resources.
  • Increased student motivation and participation by implementing rewards system based on individual progress and effort.
  • Boosted reading comprehension levels for struggling students through targeted tutoring and personalized lesson plans.

Museum Coordinator

Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum Of The West
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Enhanced visitor experience by assisting with curating engaging and informative exhibits.
  • Worked with Education Department to Developed educational programs for diverse audiences, increasing community engagement and museum visitation.
  • Maintained accurate collection records, facilitating efficient research access and proper artifact care.
  • Moved and handled various types of artwork with exceptional care, following all requirements.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries from the public, ensuring positive museum experience for all visitors.
  • Received, photographed, cataloged, researched and prepared objects for display for various collections.
  • Collaborated with museum staff and volunteers to ensure smooth daily operations.

Education

Master of Arts - History

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2015

Bachelor of Arts - History

Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX
08.2009

Skills

  • Instructional Theories Knowledge
  • Test Methods Knowledge
  • Personalized Instruction
  • Sound Judgment
  • Adult Education
  • Test Preparation
  • Interactive Teaching
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Certified ESL Instructor
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Creative Learning Strategies

Affiliations

National Park Service (NPS),

Arizona Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies (ACMRS),

The Phoenix Society for Historical Swordsmanship,

7th Co'y, Brigade of Guards (Reenactment Group)


Certification

  • Certified TEFL Teacher with TEYL, INTESOL Worldwide - 120 Hours

Additional Information

Hobbies:

Reenactor, &th Co'y Brigade of Guards (2014-2019): researched and portrayed a soldier during the War of American Independence

Phoenix Society for Historical Swordsmanship: practiced historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and assisted with educational demonstrations for the general public


Publications:

“751 C.E.: Watershed Events in the Carolingian, Byzantine, Abbasid and Tang Empires”, Paradigm Shifts During the Global Middle Ages and Renaissance, ed. Albert Classen, ASMAR 44 (Turnhout: Brepols, 2019), pp.1-6

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary

Timeline

ESL Teacher

Kaplan International
11.2022 - Current

Senior Service Member (Teacher)

Wall Street English
07.2019 - 08.2022

Online ESL Teacher

TutorABC
02.2019 - 04.2019

Museum Coordinator

Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum Of The West
01.2015 - 12.2018

Master of Arts - History

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Abilene Christian University
  • Certified TEFL Teacher with TEYL, INTESOL Worldwide - 120 Hours
Ryan Hatch