Open To Work
Suzanne K Holman
Mount Horeb,WI
Work Preference
Summary
Versatile educator skilled in curriculum alignment and differentiated instruction across various grade levels. Expertise in mentoring student leadership and fostering collaborative environments has consistently improved academic outcomes and student proficiency in language arts.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher, grades 9 and 10, MYP English Language and Literature
ENKA Schools
Istanbul, Türkiye
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Grade 9 Team Leader- orchestrated grade 9 curriculum delivery by developing foundational organizational tools and establishing effective communication channels between team teachers and the department head to optimize structural pacing. Ensured strict instructional compliance with rigorous academic benchmarks and mandates across local, national, and international (CIS) scales.
- Designed, modified and delivered curriculum for various units in grades 9 and 10 to fulfill language proficiency requirements and maintain a dynamic and enriching student experience.
- Conducted weekly tutoring sessions in grades 9 and 10 to provide more personalized instruction and support to struggling students.
- MYP Personal Project Advisor, grade 10- supervised 6 students (per year) for their final year of a 2-year research project, providing extensive feedback and evaluation to students based on the official IB MYP rubric.
- Advisor of Model United Nations Club Conducted weekly club sessions, supporting student leadership in building knowledge of MUN protocols and developing skills through active resolution- and clause-writing sessions and debates.
- Facilitated school participation in international conferences in the Netherlands, Singapore and London as well as conferences in other private schools in Istanbul; accompanied students to these conferences. Supervised students in organizing and hosting our own conference (ENIMUN).
- France Trip Teacher/Chaperone, 2025
- Writing Evaluator for 8th grade Proficiency Exam, 2025
English Teacher, grades 6 and 7, MYP English Language Acquisition & Literature
ENKA Schools
Istanbul, Türkiye
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Grade 6 Team Leader- modified inquiry-based curriculum modules including targeted differentiated instruction to transition students from emergent learners to proficient communicators. Developed and maintained effective organizational tools. Liaised between the teachers and department head to ensure compliance of academic benchmarks across local, national, and international (CIS) scales.
- I-Search Personal Project Advisor, grades 6 and 7- supervised 9 students (per year) in completing personal research projects, providing regular feedback and evaluation based on the official IB MYP rubric.
- Co-sponsor of weekly tutoring sessions and a weekly LEGO Club.
French and English Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
Farmington, NM
01.1997 - 01.2021
- Instructed and evaluated students from grades 9-12 in French language and culture, levels 1, 2, 3 Honors and AP French Language.
- Head of the World Language Department- supervised curriculum alignment and professional development for the World Language Department, coaching instructors to improve district-wide bilingual literacy outcomes in French, Navajo and Spanish, including AP pass rates and the NM Bilingual Seal for eligible students.
- Leadership Team- collaborated weekly with administrators and other department heads to address site-specific challenges and set school goals and yearly action plans. Advocated for teachers' working conditions in the absence of collective bargaining.
- Designed district curriculum for the French program levels 1-4 and AP French Language.
- Prepared students for standardized French Language exams including AP French Language as well as Le Grand Concours National French Exam for 4 proficiency levels and the APPL test to receive the state seal of Bilingualism/Biliteracy and college credit. The AP French exam success rate (3+ scores) was 71%. Grand Concours results were consistently above the state average.
- French Club Advisor- facilitated and organized activities, fundraising, community projects promoting French culture and relationships between primary and high school students.
- National Honor Society Advisor- planned and organized community outreach projects and actively suggested and supported opportunities for student leadership.
- Organized and accompanied students on 9 educational trips to France 1999-2020
- School liaison for international exchange students 2012-2018
- Facilitated 4 summer programs hosting French students in Farmington 2007-2012
- Taught students grade 12 English literature and composition 2005-2007
- Served as assistant coach of the FHS Kelly Green dance team 1998-2000
- Served as assistant director of FHS and PVHS drama programs 1996-1999
- Taught students grades 10-11 English literature and composition 1997-1998
French Professor
San Juan College
Farmington, NM
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Instructed and evaluated students in French 111.
Education
IB Middle Years Program Certificate 1 -
Istanbul, Türkiye
Madison, WI01-2022
TESOL Endorsement -
Eastern New Mexico University
01-2019
M.S. - World Language Education with French emphasis
University of Wisconsin-Madison
01-2007
World Language endorsement - French
University of New Mexico-Albuquerque
01-1998
B.S. - English Education with Comparative Literature minor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
01-1987
Affiliations
- Model United Nations Delegation Honors, THIMUN, Singapore, 2025
- Model United Nations Host ENIMUN Conference, Istanbul, Türkiye, 2023, 2024
Hobbies and Interests
- Experienced with various online learning platforms and programs
- Community choirs
- Book clubs
- Community volunteerism
- Traveling, hiking, zumba, yoga
- Former Peace Corps volunteer in Morocco 1988-1990
Professional Affiliations And Awards
- Farmington Municipal School District Teacher of the Year, 06/2021
- New Mexico Teacher of the Year runner-up, 06/2021
- American Association of Teachers of French
- National Peace Corps Association/ Peace Corps Connect+
- Evaluator for New Mexico state teaching test for the World Language French endorsement
- Evaluator for New Mexico licensure dossiers
Timeline
English Teacher, grades 9 and 10, MYP English Language and Literature
ENKA Schools
01.2023 - 01.2026
English Teacher, grades 6 and 7, MYP English Language Acquisition & Literature
ENKA Schools
01.2021 - 01.2023
French Professor
San Juan College
01.2012 - 01.2014
French and English Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
01.1997 - 01.2021
B.S. - English Education with Comparative Literature minor
University of Wisconsin-Madison
World Language endorsement - French
University of New Mexico-Albuquerque
M.S. - World Language Education with French emphasis
University of Wisconsin-Madison
TESOL Endorsement -
Eastern New Mexico University
IB Middle Years Program Certificate 1 -
Istanbul, Türkiye