Taylor McCracken
San Diego,CA
Summary
Educator and facilitator with expertise in English Learner education, adult learning, instructional design, digital literacy, and delivering engaging learning experiences in-person and virtually. Brings strong interpersonal skills and a solution-oriented approach to navigating challenges, building relationships, taking initiative, and following through.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Vocational ESL Instructor
International Rescue Committee, IRC
San Diego
10.2024 - Current
- Design and facilitate career-focused English and digital literacy instruction for adult English Learners, adapting learning experiences to varied proficiency levels, professional backgrounds, and employment goals.
- Design and deliver engaging learning experiences across in-person and virtual formats, including the use of design programs such as Articulate 360, Canva, and virtual reality.
- Develop and maintain curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments grounded in adult learning principles and responsive to learner and program needs.
- Evaluate and assess learner feedback and performance data to continuously refine curriculum, instructional strategies, and learning experiences.
- Coordinate with colleagues, employment partners, and other stakeholders to align cohort programming with workforce needs, learner goals, and broader program objectives.
- Lead and support onboarding for new staff, volunteers, and interns, facilitate team meetings, and provide guidance to strengthen team consistency and program delivery.
English as a Second Language Teacher (Remote)
Self Employed
Berkeley, California
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Delivered live, virtual English language instruction, facilitating engaging and structured learning experiences in an online environment.
- Created digital lesson materials and activities using online learning and collaboration tools, enhancing learner engagement and supporting skill development.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to attract and retain clients, promoting services and building client base while managing outreach alongside instructional responsibilities.
English Language Assistant
Spanish Ministry of Education
Madrid, Spain
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Designed and delivered English language instruction in elementary, middle, and high school settings, enhancing language acquisition for English learners with diverse abilities.
- Collaborated with lead instructors to prepare instructional materials and implement lesson plans, ensuring alignment with learning objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Security And Conflict Resolution
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2021
Skills
- Adult Learning & Facilitation
- English Learner Education
- Curriculum Development
- Training delivery
- Stakeholder communication
- Assessment evaluation
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Arabic
Elementary
Certification
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certificate
Accomplishments
- Professional Distinguishment Award, Receptive Staff Member of the Quarter - May 2026
- IRC Professional Development Scholarship - January, 2025
Timeline
Senior Vocational ESL Instructor
International Rescue Committee, IRC
10.2024 - Current
English as a Second Language Teacher (Remote)
Self Employed
06.2023 - 10.2024
English Language Assistant
Spanish Ministry of Education
09.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - International Security And Conflict Resolution
San Diego State University