PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LEO HAYES HIGH SCHOOL 08/2012-05/2013
FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK, CANADA
Pre-Service Teacher / Student Intern
Worked in close conjunction with cooperating teachers, faculty representatives and school representatives in an integrated practicum program. Observed, planned and taught various lessons throughout the high school curriculum.
• Taught cooperating teacher-planned, co-planned and self-planned lessons.
• Developed curriculum-based thematic unit plans and individual lesson plans.
• Developed differentiated student resources and instruction tools in collaboration with school community.
• Created and implemented various assessment tools used in classroom instruction.
• Participated in various extracurricular activities.
ACADAMIE LINGUISTIQUE INTERNATIONALE 01/2010-05/2012
MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA
ESL Teacher (Adult & High School, Ages 15+)
Taught a multifaceted curriculum based on grammar, reading, writing and conversation skills. Worked with multi-sized and multi-aged classes in an intensive four-week, eight level, language program. Continually worked with curriculum development throughout the entire school structure. Responsible for weekly assessments of student’s core skills of reading, writing, grammar and conversation.
• Taught from established curriculum with requirements to meet daily, weekly and monthly course aims.
• Developed curriculum for and taught upper-advanced level grammar classes.
• Also worked extensively with beginner and intermediate students in various classroom roles.
• Developed and led various extracurricular activities.

SUNCHEON BOY’S HIGH SCHOOL 08/2009-08/2010 SUNCHEON, CHUNNAM, REPUBIC OF KOREA ESL Teacher (High School, 10th & 11th Grade)
Created, developed and implemented 10th and 11th Grade ESL curriculum. Designed and developed programs to meet the academic, intellectual and social needs of students. Taught
large, multi-level classes focusing mainly on the development of writing, listening and speaking skills with a minor focus of improving grammar and reading. Assessed student’s ability and performance through anecdotal records, student-teacher conferencing, speaking/writing testing, and peer evaluation.
• Developed thematic units based on student’s interests and needs that incorporated and used real and relevant examples to introduce and explain various language concepts and encourage student learning.
• Actively engaged students in the learning process through the use of student-led group sharing, fine arts, songs, literature, and theatre performances to encourage participation and allow students to take ownership of their learning.
• Developed and led weekly language development workshops with co-teachers.

JADE ENGLISH ACADEMY 06/2008-06/2009 SUNCHEON, CHUNNAM, REPUBLIC OF KOREA ESL Teacher (Elementary & Middle School, Ages 8-14)
Taught smaller, multi-aged classes focusing primarily on improving speaking, listening and writing. Was responsible for creating and implementing curriculum in a dynamic and often changing classroom environment.
• Enhanced student’s academic and social growth by using various teaching strategies, including; whole group, small group and individual instruction and activities to provide a solid academic foundation and positive attitude toward education.
• Developed a strong professional relationship with both the director and co-workers through the encouragement of open dialogue and close consultation concerning curriculum content.

UNIVERSITY OF NEW BRUNSWICK ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMME 05/2007-08/2007 FREDERICTON, NEW BRUNSWICK, CANADA 05/2006-08/2006 ESL Teacher (Adult, Ages 18+) 05/2005-08/2005
Taught multi-sized, multi-aged classes in a spring/summer immersion program. Was responsible for leading, and assisting in classes covering a variety of topics, including grammar, intonation, pronunciation, communication, music, drama and spontaneity in language.
• Lived on campus with approximately 250 students and a large staff for 5 weeks, working in close relation to create a positive and dynamic language environment.
• Participated in a multitude of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama productions, and student workshops.