Esl Greater

Raleigh, NC

919-***-****

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Joanne Hickman

SKILLS

Strong, e ective and e cient interpersonal skills, keen written and oral communication skills, quick problem-solver, ability to learn new concepts quickly with accuracy, use of data-driven strategies in a deadline-driven environment. EXPERIENCE

● 12 years, led and facilitated ESL (English as a Second Language) team to develop and implement ESL curriculum for students (K-5th grade)

● Prepared student data for county-wide ESL audit

● Welcomed and fostered parental relationships of ESL students

● Provided Translation Services (Verbal & Written)

● Develop data-driven lessons for 80 ESL K-5th grade students

● Instruct and assist students to obtain greater understanding of English

● Conducted group/individual activities in Math, Reading and Science

● Organized outings and activities (pumpkin patch field trip, Easter Egg hunt, Holiday celebration/Secret Santa) to introduce American culture and traditions

● Visited ESL students/families during holidays/summer for outdoor activities

● Fostered a healthy classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting positive student engagement, leadership and self-motivation

● Mentored students to obtain greater understanding of English language and culture

LANGUAGES

Spanish and Italian

EDUCATION

● Hollins University, Roanoke, VA. B.A. May 1999. Interdisciplinary Major with concentration in International Communications and Computer Science

● University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Florence, Italy. Study Abroad. 1997-1999