Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Teacher
Tracy Marino

Tracy Marino

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Energetic ESL Instructor with integrity dedicated to teaching adults and children from a diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Over 18 years of classroom experience in all levels of English, life skills, job skills and citizenship. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking goals in student performance within set periods. Consistently dedicate extra time to one on one student lessons and providing outside support.


Consistent 4 out of 4 yearly performance evaluations from all supervisors.


-NYACCE Outstanding Teachers Award. NY State 2013

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ESL Teacher

Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division
04.2007 - Current
  • Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
  • Enhanced students'' speaking and critical thinking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during focused conversation practice.
  • Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lesson plans that incorporated elements from various subjects and teaching and learning styles into the ESL curriculum. incorporated story based learning curriculum to achieve community and build confidence.
  • Evaluated student progress using standardized tests, quizzes, and oral assessments to modify teaching strategies as needed.
  • Achieved higher student retention rates by developing strong rapport and maintaining open communication with both students and administrators.
  • Improved reading and listening comprehension among struggling students through the use of diverse texts and guided discussions about main ideas, themes, and vocabulary.

After-School Tutor

Urban Christian Ministries
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Designed unique, interactive activities, games and lessons to provide personalized student development.
  • Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and personal one on one attention.

After-School Tutor

Upgrade Academics
09.2009 - 06.2011
    • Supported student learning by incorporating interactive activities, games and individual attention.
    • Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.

Adult ESL Instructor

University English Teachers
01.2005 - 10.2005

-Completed CELTA Certification.

  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating interactive activities and real-life examples in lessons to people at all levels looking to enhance career opportunities in hospitality.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

SUNY Purchase
Purchase, NY
06.1993

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Personalized Instruction
  • Development and presentation of PD workshops
  • Test Methods Knowledge BEST Plus Certified
  • Student Records Management
  • Extensive English Grammar Knowledge
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • New teacher mentor

Certification

-120 Hour International TOEFL Certification (CELTA)

-Adult Education Certification NY State

-Story Based Learning Certified instructor

-BEST Plus Cerified

Timeline

After-School Tutor

Urban Christian Ministries
09.2011 - 06.2012

After-School Tutor

Upgrade Academics
09.2009 - 06.2011

ESL Teacher

Buffalo Public Schools Adult Education Division
04.2007 - Current

Adult ESL Instructor

University English Teachers
01.2005 - 10.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts

SUNY Purchase
Tracy Marino