Thuha Tran Talleri
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Highly effective at promoting learning and encouraging well-rounded development through written assignments, oral exercises and testing protocols. Well-versed in using Google Classroom to diversify classroom instruction.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist
Murphy School District
07.2020 - 05.2023
- Supported the development of phonemic awareness and decoding skills through targeted activities, promoting fluent reading in struggling learners.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Conducted one-on-one and small group sessions to provide targeted support, fostering a positive learning environment and boosting confidence in reading abilities.
- Actively participated in professional learning communities focused on literacy instruction, sharing best practices and staying current with evolving educational trends.
- Enhanced reading comprehension by implementing targeted intervention strategies for struggling students.
- Collaborated with school leadership to develop and implement comprehensive reading intervention programs, continuously refining the curriculum for maximum effectiveness.
- Increased student literacy rates by utilizing research-based instructional methods and materials.
Middle School ESL Teacher
Phoenix Advantage Charter School
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
- Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
English Language Development Teacher
Irene Lopez School
07.2010 - 10.2015
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and trends in English Language Development education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced English language acquisition across subjects.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance on effective instructional methods and classroom management techniques.
- Improved student reading comprehension by implementing innovative English Language Development strategies.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Ed & Verma Pastor School
07.2003 - 05.2009
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
- Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
- Evaluated and improved student reading comprehension through personalized instruction.
- Utilized data-driven instructional methods to identify areas of improvement for individual students, tailoring lessons accordingly to optimize academic growth.
- Taught students how to express ideas in detail.
- Improved student literacy levels by implementing targeted reading intervention strategies.
- Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and individualized support plans.
- Served as the faculty advisor for the school student council government
- Organized extracurricular activities such as book clubs and writing workshops to foster a love of literature among students.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Elementary ESL Teacher/Student Council Advisor
CJ Jorgensen School
07.1989 - 05.2002
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced students'' cultural awareness through the integration of multicultural texts and real-world examples.
- Organized engaging field trips and guest speakers related to course content which enriched the overall learning experience for students.
- Served as a mentor to new ESL teachers within the school community; sharing resources, best practices, insights gained from personal experience working with diverse populations of English language learners in an elementary setting.
- Developed curriculum for English language learners, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.1986
Skills
- Phonics Instruction
- Vocabulary building
- Individualized Learning
- Formative Assessment
- Reading groups
- Guided Reading
- Reading Assessment
- Skills Assessment
- Student Records Management
Accomplishments
- Supported 20+ students in need of additional assistance on a weekly or daily basis.
- Reduced performance lags by developing strategies that proactively targeted students.
SEI Endorsed
With the SEI background, I provided learning support to students in their primary languages. Scaffolding instruction in content area using textbooks, and other materials.
Additional Information
- Taught online
- segregated data for instruction improvement
- Fluent in Vietnamese (reading, writing, speaking)
- Teach for America Faculty Advisor
- District/Regional Math challenge Sponsor
- Common Core Math Academy Facilitator
- Volunteered with Parent Center - Provided Conversation Lessons to Hispanic Speaking Adults
- Principal's Choice Award
Languages
English
Full Professional
Vietnamese
Full Professional
Timeline
Reading Interventionist
Murphy School District
07.2020 - 05.2023
Middle School ESL Teacher
Phoenix Advantage Charter School
07.2018 - 05.2020
English Language Development Teacher
Irene Lopez School
07.2010 - 10.2015
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Ed & Verma Pastor School
07.2003 - 05.2009
Elementary ESL Teacher/Student Council Advisor
CJ Jorgensen School
07.1989 - 05.2002
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
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