Susie Hughes
Purdy,MO
Summary
Dedicated MLL Specialist with proven strengths in collaborative teamwork and effective classroom management. Committed to enhancing student engagement and adapting lessons for diverse learning needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MLL Specialist/Teacher, Grade K-4
Neosho School District
07.2016 - Current
- Facilitated communication between parents, teachers, and administrative staff to foster a collaborative environment.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted mutual respect, collaboration, and open communication between all students.
- Supported the integration of best practices in classroom management and instructional delivery.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate ESL strategies across the curriculum effectively.
- Enhanced students'' cultural awareness through the integration of multicultural texts and real-world examples.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language proficiency levels.
- Improved student reading and writing proficiency by implementing targeted ESL strategies and techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Administered WIDA ACCESS tests and WIDA Screeners to identify Multilingual learners to determine eligibility in the ESL program.
- Developed Individual Academic Plans (IAP) for ESL students.
- Utilized data to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, using it to inform instructional decisions and track progress towards established benchmarks.
Educational Deaf Interpreter/Special Education
Mattoon Public School District
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Facilitated communication between deaf students and educators in classroom settings.
- Interpreted instructional materials, ensuring comprehension for deaf students.
- Collaborated with teachers to adapt lesson plans for accessibility.
- Supported development of individualized education plans (IEPs) through effective interpretation.
Educational Deaf Interpreter
Villa Grove School District
01.2007 - 11.2007
- Facilitated communication between deaf students and educators during classroom activities.
- Interpreted spoken language into American Sign Language for various school events.
- Adapted interpretation techniques to suit diverse learning environments and student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to enhance accessibility of instructional materials for deaf students.
Educational Deaf Interpreter/Special Education
Eastern Illinois Area Special Education and Arcola High School
03.2005 - 05.2007
- Provided feedback to educators on student engagement and understanding.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance interpreting skills.
- Assisted in creating a welcoming environment for deaf students within school community.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive information related to student needs.
Education
Master of Science - Teaching Spanish K-12; Teaching TESOL K-12
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO07.2015
Associate of Science - Educational Interpreting
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Christian Education
Southwestern A/G University
Waxahachie, TX05.1987
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective classroom management
- Proficient in Spanish
- Educational program development
- Motivational strategies
- Science of reading trained (LTRS)
- ESL teaching methods
- Active listening skills
- Effective cross-cultural communication
Certification
TESOL K-12 Professional Certificate
Spanish K-12 Professional Certificate
LTRS Trained Certificate Yr. I (Year 2 in process)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
ASL
Limited Working
Interests
- Participating in fundraising events to support my local church, charities, schools, or community projects
- Helping others and giving back to the community
- Gardening and planting trees
- Hiking and nature walks
- Cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
Timeline
MLL Specialist/Teacher, Grade K-4
Neosho School District
07.2016 - Current
Educational Deaf Interpreter/Special Education
Mattoon Public School District
08.2008 - 05.2009
Educational Deaf Interpreter
Villa Grove School District
01.2007 - 11.2007
Educational Deaf Interpreter/Special Education
Eastern Illinois Area Special Education and Arcola High School
03.2005 - 05.2007
Master of Science - Teaching Spanish K-12; Teaching TESOL K-12
Missouri State University
Associate of Science - Educational Interpreting
Lake Land College
Bachelor of Science - Christian Education
Southwestern A/G University