Sara Thornton
MLL Teacher
Columbia,SC
Summary
Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at elementary and high school grade levels for students from over 13 different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
MLL Teacher
Richland Northeast High School
08.2012 - Current
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
- Managed several internet-based language programs.
- Demonstrated principles of subject material and advanced methods to students.
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
ESL Teacher
Defense Language Institute
07.2009 - 07.2012
- Supported students holistically to achieve academic success.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching ESOL
School For International Training
Brattleboro, VT 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT 05.2001 -
Skills
- Instructional Materials
- Online Teaching
- Problem-Solving
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
MLL Teacher
Richland Northeast High School
08.2012 - Current
ESL Teacher
Defense Language Institute
07.2009 - 07.2012
Master of Arts - Teaching ESOL
School For International Training
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Hartford
05.2001 -
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