V I C K I E A. P E O P L E S

*** */* **. ******* Street

Lafayette, LA 70506

Cell: 337-***-****

Email: aduigk@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

Passionate ESL Instructor offering proficiency in lesson planning, curriculum setting and instilling speaking, reading, critical thinking, and writing skills seeking teaching position.

SKILLS:

Demonstrated achiever with exceptional knowledge of Linguistics and teaching ESL. Learns new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, communicating ideas clearly and effectively. Extensive computer training, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Quark. Enthusiastic and experienced in overseas travel and work.

EDUCATION:

MA Student in TESOL, 2021-present

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Lafayette, Louisiana

Master of Arts Degree in Linguistics, 2007

Louisiana State University

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Bachelor of Arts in French, 2003

McNeese State University

Lake Charles, Louisiana

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Lecturer in English 101: Introduction to Academic Writing

August 23, 2021-present

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Create teaching materials to engage students in meaningful discussions about using rhetoric and making arguments in writing. Assess student writing and performance through essay writing and class participation.

Instructor of ESL

September 28, 2020 – July 31, 2021

National University of Defense Technology, Changsha, China

Gave lectures on various topics in English for Communication and edited student and staff writing. Also taught English language classes at the university’s affiliated middle school.

Instructor of ESL

September 18, 2017 – July 31, 2020

Renmin University, Suzhou, China

Taught conversation and culture and Business English to freshman and sophomore students. Sharpened students’ English speaking abilities through pair work, group work, and debates.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued):

Book Seller

December 5, 2016 – June 14, 2017

Books A Million, Lake Charles, Louisiana

Assisted customers with purchases and stocked merchandise while helping to maintain a clean and orderly store.

Reporter

March 1, 2016 – October 13, 2016

The American Press, Lake Charles, Louisiana

Collected and analyzed information about newsworthy events through interview, observation, and research and writing news stories for publication. Covered municipal and county board meetings and produced content for feature stories in the newspaper.

Instructor of ESL

August 22, 2011 – August 28, 2015

Wonkwang University, Iksan, South Korea

Engaged students through activities designed for maximum interaction in large and small groups. Creatively taught speaking and writing through specially designed learning projects such as skits, debates, and speeches. Also assessed student learning through exams and presentations.

Reporter

September 1, 2010 – August 2011

Southwest Daily News, Sulphur, Louisiana

Collected and analyzed information about newsworthy events through interview, observation, and research and writing news stories for publication. Covered municipal and county board meetings and produced content for feature stories in the newspaper and Sejours magazine. Layout of paper utilizing proficiency in Quark and took photographs to illustrate stories.

ESL Teacher

August 20, 2007 – February 20, 2010

Daea Middle School, Jinju City, South Korea

Sharpened the English competency skills of students, developed English curriculum materials, fostered creativity in the classroom, and served as a cultural ambassador for Korean students.

MEMBERSHIPS, AFFILIATIONS & AWARDS:

Founding member of the Linguistic Society

Member of National Association of Collegiate Scholars

Literacy Council Volunteer

National Dean’s List

Associated Press Awards for Writing and Photography

Volunteer ESL Teacher

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