Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL for adult students from over 90 different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
. Taught ESL and GED classes part time remotely and in-person to adult students from all over the world. Taught every level from beginning to advanced.
. Developed curriculum for intermediate level English workshops, transition classes for ESL students advancing from ESL classes to GED classes, and developed and taught a Commercial Driving License (CDL) class to students seeking to advanced into a career driving a Class B truck or school bus.
. Taught ESL and GED classes to adult students from beginning to advanced levels.
. Worked with the college to develop curriculum for both ESL and GED students.
. Managed computer training for more than 2000 employees and 50 offices nationwide.
. Created in-depth training manuals for all employees including employees with disabilities.
Implemented and supervised a Computer Help Desk.
. Coordinated and prioritized training courses for top level officials in the agency.
. Taught disabled Indian students academics and training skills to assist them with life expectations to include mentally disabled, autistic, and learning disabled children.
. Wrote annual proposals for funding the special education program for the Indian students residing on the Indian Reservation.
. Worked flexible hours to raise funds to take my students on a week long trip to Disneyland. We prepared special lunch menus by cooking food and serving employees lunch to raise money which also taught students how to prepare foods and provide service to customers.
. Art Instructor of Emotionally Disturbed and Socially Maladjusted boys at a private residential institution for boys.
. Created a yearbook, a newsletter, a photography club, and other extra curricular activities for the boys to help them learn skills and occupy their time constructively.