Steve Graham
Holland,MI
Summary
After 30+ years in the advertising industry, I retired in March of 2023 then immediately got my TEFL certification. The any roles I held in advertising required a great deal of teaching and mentoring of both employees and clients. Once I passed my TEFL certification, I volunteered at two different organizations in CH, IL teaching newly arrived immigrants. Work consisted of developing lesson plans, assessing student progress and teaching one-on-one as well a groups of various backgrounds and levels. Although I may have limited esl teaching experience, I have decades of teaching/instructional experience via my 30+ year advertising career.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
St. Joseph Services
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing and conversation.
- Provided individualized instruction to help students develop their conversational and academic English skills.
- Assessed student learning styles and provided appropriate accommodations to maximize learning potential.
- Encouraged students to practice speaking in English by creating a positive classroom environment with interactive activities.
- Created personalized study plans for each student based on their individual needs and levels of proficiency.
- Engaged in small group discussions with students to increase confidence in using the English language.
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as role playing, audio-visual aids, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and documented results according to school policy.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Heartland Alliance
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing and conversation.
- Provided individualized instruction to help students develop their conversational and academic English skills.
- Assessed student learning styles and provided appropriate accommodations to maximize learning potential.
- Encouraged students to practice speaking in English by creating a positive classroom environment with interactive activities.
- Created personalized study plans for each student based on their individual needs and levels of proficiency.
- Engaged in small group discussions with students to increase confidence in using the English language.
- Utilized various teaching techniques such as role playing, audio-visual aids, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments and documented results according to school policy.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create an effective ESL program that meets the needs of all students.
- Instructed classes in listening comprehension, pronunciation drills, vocabulary development, grammar rules and sentence structure.
- Fostered cultural awareness by introducing students to American holidays and customs.
- Integrated technology into the curriculum by utilizing online resources such as videos, podcasts or webinars.
- Evaluated textbooks, workbooks or other materials used in class lessons.
- Implemented strategies for working effectively with diverse populations of learners.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to ESL teaching methods.
Executive Director, Global Employer Branding
Radancy
Chicago, IL
03.2016 - 03.2024
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Created a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and encourages employee engagement.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Designed, implemented and conducted customized employer branding research to help Fortune 500 companies develop and deploy effective and engaging employer brands.
- Gave industry presentations (globally) on the most effective ways to develop and deliver impactful employer brands.
- Functioned as teacher/mentor to clients instructing them on how to deliver their brand both internally and externally
Regional Vice President, West Coast
Radancy
San Francisco, CA
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase regional sales volume.
- Conducted regular meetings with district managers to review performance and provide guidance.
- Analyzed financial data and prepared comprehensive reports for executive review.
- Oversaw the development of budgets, forecasts, and business plans for each region.
- Created effective training programs for new employees in the region.
- Managed recruitment activities to ensure adequate staffing levels within the region.
- Reviewed customer feedback surveys to develop actionable insights into customer satisfaction levels.
- Trained new employees - instructing them on our processes and standard operating procedures.
Senior Vice President, Creative Director
Radancy
New York, NY
01.2001 - 12.2013
- Oversaw Radancy's national creative services (art directors, copywriters, web developers.
- Actively functioned as a Senior Creative Director working directly with some of the world's top employers to develop effective creative marketing campaigns to help them recruit and retain employees.
- Worked as an instructor and mentor to teach both employees and clients on the most effective creative strategies to meet client recruiting objectives.
- Ran seminars and workshops on employer branding, creative development and digital strategies.
- Participated in global creative conferences.
- Was a judge for the annual Telly Awards - a renowned creative competition that recognizes some of the world's most impactful creative work (print, television, digital.)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-1987
Skills
- TEFL certified
- Group and individual instruction
- Performance monitoring
- Student assessments
- Instructional skills
- Class instruction design
- Both group and individual instruction
- Energetic and motivational
- Passion for teaching and helping others develop
Affiliations
- I am an extensive world traveler, have a passion for experiencing new cultures, and possess a great deal of empathy for those trying to learn new languages and assimilate into a new culture themselves.
- Graduate of the Second City Improvisional Training Center - which has helped me throughout my years of giving industry presentations, client training courses and employment development programs.
Accomplishments
- Multiple advertising industry awards ranging for the coveted Telly Awards to Employment Marketing Awards.
Certification
- TEFL Certified
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
St. Joseph Services
03.2024 - 06.2024
English as a Second Language Teacher
Heartland Alliance
03.2024 - 06.2024
Executive Director, Global Employer Branding
Radancy
03.2016 - 03.2024
Regional Vice President, West Coast
Radancy
01.2014 - 02.2016
Senior Vice President, Creative Director
Radancy
01.2001 - 12.2013
- TEFL Certified
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Michigan
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