Silvia Lemmons
Maple Hill,NC
Summary
Dedicated trainer/ educator with solid background applying, developing, and enhancing programs, while adapting with ease to various industries. Achieve training goals by being a team player and with continuous program monitoring and data-driven improvements. Focused on building important skills and job knowledge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Science Teacher
Living Water Christian School
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging curriculum through Esdpuzzle, Nearpod, and Google Classroom.
- Developed and administered detailed science curriculum to over 70 high school students.
- Studied celestial phenomena using variety of ground-based and space-borne telescopes and scientific instruments.
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create an interdisciplinary connected academical environment.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
- Used exams and standardized assessment tools to measure student progress.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Supervised and guided students in creating and publishing the first school science magazine (Science Warriors).
Teacher (Math and Science - Middle School)
Onslow County Schools
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Implemented and worked on AVID strategies with students, parents, and faculty.
- Implemented and maximized using data analysis to increase students' success in reaching learning goals.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
Translator and Interpreter
Translators Without Borders
01.2021 - Current
- Translated documents from Romanian to English and English to Romanian.
- Consulted specialized dictionaries, thesauruses and reference books to identify closest equivalents for nuanced terminology, words and phrases.
- Maintained knowledge of developments in Romanian and English to effectively update existing translations to meet contemporary trends in communication.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar and translation.
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
MCCS Child Development Center
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Managed classrooms up to 24 children.
- Supported unique needs of each child under care by consulting with parents and assessing individual behaviors.
- Helped children achieve developmentally appropriate milestones by maintaining supportive and learning- focused classroom environment.
- Developed and revised preschool programs in collaboration with administrators and fellow teachers for age groups 3 to 7.
Curriculum Coordinator and Faculty Trainer
Center for American English and Culture
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Created new instructional materials and strategies for ESL instructors.
- Teamed with ESL experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve company's learning platform.
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
- Instructed team of 10 teachers on how to integrate new materials and teaching strategies for online learning.
- Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for English Learning and Business English.
Curriculum Developer
New Center
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Increased patron satisfaction with educational approaches by holding events and delivering presentations;
- Successfully created new instructional materials and strategies for ESL instructors;
- Facilitated integration of new materials, equipment, and teaching aids with collaborative approach; Improved skills of individual teachers through routine observations and targeted recommendations;
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
Trainer
NN Romania
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Supported new hires assimilate into workforce and get up to speed on procedures with successful onboarding processes.
- Supported teams of up to 15 consultants that served portfolio of over 1500 clients.
- Developed programs to meet current and expected market demands.
- Optimized training strategies and controlled costs with help of focus groups and surveys.
- Achieved target results by enhancing and changing teaching strategies to maximize progress.
- Delivered results using strategies such as role-playing, simulations and lectures.
Interpreter
Atlas Advisors
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Determined and conveyed accurate meanings of conversational speech and official presentations for military officials on Saber Guardian 2017 military exercise that took place in Romania.
- Developed presentation on local and American cultures and customs.
- Protected information with strict usage policies.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business and exchange cultural information.
- Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations
Online ESL Instructor
ITutorGroup
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered ESL curriculum in small-group and individual contexts to over 20 students per day.
- Evaluated student progress and comprehension and communicated with students to report status.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Ecological University of Bucharest, Bucharest
Romania07.2008
Skills
- Curriculum and lesson planning and implementation
- Technology integration
- Student support
- Written communication/ Proofreading
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Effective communication skills
- Data Analysis
- Google Classroom
- Microsoft Office
- AVID Teacher
- EdPuzzle - Project Based Learning
- Nearpod Lesson Creator
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Science Teacher
Living Water Christian School
08.2023 - Current
Teacher (Math and Science - Middle School)
Onslow County Schools
09.2022 - 08.2023
Translator and Interpreter
Translators Without Borders
01.2021 - Current
Pre-K Teacher's Assistant
MCCS Child Development Center
11.2019 - 03.2021
Curriculum Coordinator and Faculty Trainer
Center for American English and Culture
01.2018 - 02.2019
Interpreter
Atlas Advisors
06.2017 - 08.2017
Curriculum Developer
New Center
01.2017 - 02.2019
Online ESL Instructor
ITutorGroup
01.2016 - 01.2017
Trainer
NN Romania
09.2015 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Ecological University of Bucharest, Bucharest
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