Psychic Esl
Resume:
Sara Ackerman
608-***-**** *******@*****.*** Monroe, WI 53566
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in designing pertinent course content and curriculum after performing research and incorporating findings. Headed projects to conceptualize ESL/bilingual and state/national language certification programs. History of developing material for ESL/bilingual and academic classes to effectively engage students and achieve necessary outcomes. Collaborative instructional leader well-versed in nurturing working relationships with staff members and students. Skills
Strategic planning and implementation
● Created, implemented and managed ESL and bilingual programs
● Mentored and guided educational professionals on how to establish programs Instructional design, leadership and training
● Conducted role of district and local trainer
● Hired consultant to train teachers about program establishment and implementation Data management, analysis and visualization:
● Improved intake process for new immigrant families.
● Played a pivotal role during two data audits performed by the state. Provided justification about the program using data and evidence.
Research and writing:
● Conceptualized and published ESL manual for new teachers, currently out of publication.
● Wrote grants and district policy based on State and Federal guidelines Experience
School District of Monroe, Monroe, WI 08/23/2003 -11/23/2021 ESL/Bilingual Instructional Leader, Translator and Interpreter
● Instruct beginning to advanced ESL classes of middle and high schools.
● Conduct research about and contribute to refining academic English skills of ESL students.
● Assist mainstream teachers managing classes consisting of ESL students.
● Track and evaluate student’s progress using portfolios and language testing.
● Gather, analyze, and visualize data about student progress and outcomes of executing student-centered instruction strategies.
● Compile reports to provide insights about findings, informing decision making. Education
Master of Arts in Education
Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI
GPA 4.0
Bachelor of Arts
Beloit College, Beloit, WI
GPA 3.58
Languages
English (native)
Spanish (bilingual)
Italian (working proficiency)
Arabic (working proficiency)
French (professional proficiency)
Awards and Recognitions
● Occupied role of TESOL National Presenter.
● Afforded Outstanding Educator of the Year Award in 2017.
● Chosen to form part of 20 professionals in USA contributing to Collaboration at Center for Applied Linguistics in DC for assessment validation and verification.
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