Sofiia Koval
Shelby Township
Summary
Driven educator with a track record of enhancing student engagement and literacy development at the Ukrainian Educational Association, Ridna Sheila. Leveraged critical thinking and classroom management to foster a positive learning environment, achieving notable improvements in student outcomes. Skilled in technology integration and bilingual in Ukrainian and English, adept at tailoring lessons to diverse learner needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher of Ukrainian Language
Ukrainian Educational Association
08.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
Teacher of German
Professional Technical School
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, adapting instructional approaches as needed.
- Prepared students for standardized exams by reviewing key content areas and providing targeted practice opportunities with test-taking strategies.
- Designed and implemented classroom management techniques and disciplinary procedures to maintain safety and promote learning in classroom.
- Developed students'' cultural awareness by integrating elements of German history, traditions, and current events into lessons.
Education
Master Of Arts Of Teaching - English Language
Wayne State University
Detroit, MISpecialist In Foreign Languages And Literature - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Kremenez Pedagogical Institute
Kremenez, UkraineBachelor - Foreign Languages Education
Kremenez Pedagogical Institute
Kremenez, Ukraine 05.2010
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-Centered Learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Technology Integration
- FLUENT IN Ukrainian and English
- Cooperative Learning Experience
Timeline
Teacher of Ukrainian Language
Ukrainian Educational Association
08.2023 - Current
Teacher of German
Professional Technical School
09.2011 - 05.2013
Master Of Arts Of Teaching - English Language
Wayne State University
Specialist In Foreign Languages And Literature - Foreign Languages And Literatures
Kremenez Pedagogical Institute
Bachelor - Foreign Languages Education
Kremenez Pedagogical Institute
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