Esl Instructor
Resume:
Maria Escote Brampton, Ontario +1-416-***-**** *****.*.******@*****.*** education training consulting development outreach
Canadian Career History - Current
Lolart Academy June 2019 – current Program developer, instructor and tutor
Taught Gr. 12 with project-based methodology, focus on 21st century skills
Developed and instructing a variety of ESL and EAP courses designed for distance / online learning
Beacon of Light Private Elementary School September 2020 – December 2022
Teacher Primary and Middle
Taught Gr. 1 – 8 using specially designed online learning curriculum
Hanson Canada August 2019-April 2020 Curriculum development & speaking skills instructor
Created and delivered ‘Real Communication’ and CELPIP prep for adult learners
Delivered training on the application of CLB and LINC methodology
St. George International College April – August 2020 Pathways Instructor
Delivered a standardized Pathways English Program to adult learners including specialized tutoring for writing and grammar
MacKenzie College February – April 2020 Program developer and instructor
Created and developed a pathways program for ESL high school students entering ENG3U and ENG4U programs
International Career History
Memorial International Academy, Albania August 2018 – February 2020 curriculum developer, English A-level instructor
Created and taught pathways program for Grade 6/7 ESL students
Taught Grade 9 and Grade 10 A-level English
Created and taught an adjunct speaking program based on PET outcomes
Provided teacher-training in Content Language in Learning (CLIL)
Doctrinae Language School, Albania October 2018 – February 2020
Instructor, program developer
Created and delivered an adjunct speaking program (Beginner – Intermediate)
Created and delivered an adjunct speaking program for Upper Intermediate and Advanced students for IELTS and TOEFL Preparation
Somaya Bint Khayat School, UAE September 2016 – June 2018 Instructor, curriculum developer
Created and instructed Gr. 11-12 specialized curriculum for national English assessment and Gr. 7 specialized curriculum for national Advanced Science Program
Provided continuing professional development in CLIL
Zhejiang University English Summer Program July - August 2016
Instructor, English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Instructed upper-intermediate and advanced students in CANtest preparation
Created focused skills curriculum and assessment for Business English
Laureate Vocational College Al Namas, Saudi Arabia September 2015 – June 2016
Academic Manager and acting College Dean
Supervised and managed all faculty in the Foundation & Diploma Programs
Developed new curricula & supplementary materials for all programs
Assisted in the organization and delivery of promotional events
Provided CPD at scheduled deadlines related to academics, quality assurance and Health & Safety
Upheld academic and disciplinary protocols & record security
Laureate Vocational College Al Kharj October 2014 – September 2015 PET (Preliminary English Training) instructor and curriculum designer
Instructed all levels of English and IT in Foundation Program
Created and instructed a Foundation Maths program and speaking program
Provided CPD in the English Foundation Program on TESL methodology
Aurora Private Academy, Russia September 2011 – September 2014 Curriculum Designer and EAP Instructor
Created and taught Ontario Gr 12 curriculum
Provided EAP instruction and IELTS instruction for adult students
Served as liaison with Humber College and provided CPD for staff
U.S Civilian Research & Development Foundation, Russia July 2011 – August 2014
Curriculum Designer and Instructor for EAP Writing (contract position)
Created and instructed an intensive English writing and speaking course
Other Relevant Experience
Afghan Women’s Center/ Muslim Cultural Center Brampton March – May 2010
LINC Instructor for Literacy - L6, EAP Instructor
Provided Language Instruction for Newcomers LINC
Standard Parking Inc. January 2006- April 2006 Location Manager Toronto Western Hospital/Sick Kids Hospital/T G H
Managed 200 – 250 unionized male employees
Created and delivered a standardized protocols for customer service
Community Service
Halton Women’s Centre / Halton Multicultural Council
Tutor in the Adult ESL program for job re-entry and vocational training
Oakville South Central Association of Residents (President)
Created the Kerr Street Revitalization Program which provided housing and community resource programs for newcomers
St. James Women’s League / St. James Parent Council (President)
Oakville representative for elementary schools
Co-founded a school breakfast program
Areas of Expertise
Curriculum development for adult ESL based on the CLB, LINC, CEFR, IELTS and CELPIP
Teacher – trainer with specializations in the Canadian Language Benchmarks, Common European Framework of Reference and the British Council standardized exams
Instructor in ESL and ENG Ontario secondary school programs
Key Skills and Competencies
Online teaching: use various online platforms to deliver required programs
Detail-oriented and time-focused: complete and coordinate projects using planned and adaptable course outlines/curriculums
Open managerial style: harmonize individual talents with a goal to professional development
Broad knowledge base and multi-level teaching experience: apply theories in communicative teaching, project-based learning, and Content Language in Learning
Personal Skills
Active listener: provide a sensitive and supportive learning environment.
Inventive: provide unique learning experiences for learners of all levels
‘People-oriented’: bring together individuals to meet team goals
Adaptable: can do what is needed ‘to get the job done’
Academic History
Humber College (Lakeshore)
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) May 2011
University of Liverpool
MSc. Organizational Psychology May 2015
University of Toronto
BSc. Psychology (Erindale) April 1988
TESL Canada/Cambridge English
Task-Based Learning Certificate August 2014
PET Speaking Certification #CJ43EE May 2012
IELTS Certification #IB0017 May 2011
English for Business and Technology
May 2011
Royal Conservatory of Music
Performer’s Certificate for Piano April 1986
Teacher’s Certificate for Piano April 1986
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