Theodore Ferguson

E S L T E A C H E R

ad4lxd@r.postjobfree.com 3839 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, 75204, United States 817-***-**** Details

Nationality

American

Date / Place of birth

**-**-**** / **ami

Profile

Passionate and effective ESL Teacher with experience helping students to improve their English language vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing. Adept in all aspects of activities in the four areas of language learning: Speaking, Writing, Reading, and Listening. Bringing forth several years of experience, combined with a passion for serving as an effective educator and helping students to achieve proficiency in the English Language.

Employment History

Sales Trainer, Mayors University, North Miami Beach January 1994 — September 1998

• Conducted home language surveys to determine the needs of a student.

• Placed students in programs that best suited their needs.

• Planned and implemented lessons that consisted of skill building techniques for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

• Conducted small group and individual lessons.

• Attended professional development workshops to remain informed about the best techniques and strategies for English Language Learners.

• Identified and suggestion additional resources for English Language Learners and their families.

Sales Tranier, Fairfield Resorts, Worldwide

July 1998 — September 2002

• Provided optimal care and academic support to students ages 18-60

• Created and implemented lesson plans based on adult-led interests and curiosities.

• Encouraged students to actively play and explore new things with fellow classmates.

• Maintained organized files for each students containing documents indicative of their progress.

• Facilitated outdoor learning experiences and the involvement of nature as much as possible.

• Followed school policies and regulations regarding safety and school procedures at all times. Motivational Speaker, Allegro Resorts, Dominican Republic and Mexico September 2002 — May 2004

• Developed and implemented a well-rounded curriculum designed for students age 15-25.

• Encouraged the social development of students by facilitating meaningful opportunities for play.

• Encouraged students to engage in the world around them by introducing them to interesting and provoking subjects and things.

• Created and fostered positive relationships with parents and family members of students.

• Provided various hands-on activities to promote critical thinking skills.

• Monitored and recorded the progress of students, and created plans for improvement. Business Owner-Travel Agency, Inter-Dreams Travel, Dallas May 2021 — May 2021

Education

Level 5 Certified, The Tefl Academy, Ireland

September 2020 — May 2021

I completed the level 5 Tefl course. Graduated with the ability to teach young adults and Adults of any speaking ability and level. Also studied classroom management as well as preparedness. Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Maryland State, Remotely Thru the Military, on base education department

August 1976 — July 1981

Studied while in the United States Marines taking whatever course I could get at the different locations I was stationed at. I graduated with honors and it thought me the importance of a balanced education. I learned that educating ones self it the most valuable tool in any ones arsenal and decided that it was my job to help teach that excitement to others. Minor in Marketing, Maryland State, Miami Florida

August 1976 — July 1981

Excelled in establishing marketing programs for local business's for array of different products. In both print as well as live presentations including radio and television markets. High School Diploma, St Thomas Aquinas, Augusta Georgia September 1972 — June 1976

• Graduated with High Honors.

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Curriculum and Instruction

Differentiated Learning Teachniques

Educational Philosophies

Excellen Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Lesson Modification

Differentiation Techniques

Language Building Activities

Classroom Management

Courses

Leadership School, USMC

May 1978 — June 1978

Sales, Mayors University

February 1991 — May 1992

Hobbies

Golf, Bowling

References

References available upon request

Languages

English Spanish

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