Wendell S. Hitch, Jr.
Pocomoke City,MD
Summary
Dedicated ESOL educator with a Bachelor's degree from Hampton University and a Master's degree from UMES, committed to advancing education, public service, and mental health advocacy. Expertise in teaching English to non-native speakers, recognized for developing interactive and supportive learning environments that drive student success. Focused on empowering diverse communities through inclusive instruction and holistic care in educational and community-based settings. Highly collaborative and adaptable, consistently achieving exceptional educational outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ESOL Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
Salisbury, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Teaching/educating scholars who are learning to speak, write, and read English as a second language.
- Develop lesson plans in accordance with the directives set by the MSDE.
- Maintain annual documentation for students.
- Facilitate state-mandated testing for students.
ESOL Instructional Asst.
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Facilitate state mandated testing for students.
County RRP Manager
Crossroads Community, Inc.
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Manage a Residential Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program for adults who have been diagnosed with a mental illness as well as drug abuse disorder.
- Maintain fiscal year budget.
- Maintain the upkeep and running of the program homes.
- Train staff to work with individuals in the program.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching -
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
12-2025
BS - General Studies/Education
Hampton University
08-2022
AA General Studies - undefined
Wor-Wic Community College
05-2019
Skills
- An innovative and motivated educator with a passion for teaching, leadership, and helping others A dependable team player known for being flexible, patient, and quick to learn Strong communicator who works well with others and thrives in dynamic environments
- Adaptive learning
- Grammar instruction
- Content-based instruction
Accomplishments
NAACP Community Leader Award Recipeient
2 Time Teacher of the Year Nominee
Timeline
ESOL Teacher
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2023 - Current
ESOL Instructional Asst.
Wicomico County Board of Education
08.2019 - 08.2023
County RRP Manager
Crossroads Community, Inc.
10.2017 - 08.2019
AA General Studies - undefined
Wor-Wic Community College
BS - General Studies/Education
Hampton University
Master of Arts in Teaching -
University of Maryland Eastern Shore