Language Instructor Spanish
Resume:
Emily Wilhite
****@*****.***
Olathe, KS
Summary
Language instructor with over three decades of experience. I have taught both Spanish and Italian in a variety of settings including classroom, small groups and private instruction. Teaching institutions include: The University of North Texas (TA in the Spanish, Italian, and Linguistics Departments), Johnson County Community College (Italian in the Continuing Education Program), The City of Olathe (Spanish Adult Education Courses), Olathe School District (Substitute Teacher-various subjects), AKKA (Karate Instructor). I have extensive experience creating my own lesson plans and working with a variety of books and other materials. I am enthusiastic about language learning and enjoy sharing my passion with others.
Skills
· Spanish and Italian Languages
· Curriculum and Course Materials Development
· Classroom Instruction
· In person and online teaching
· Linguistics
· Registration Software
· Organized and detail oriented
· Google Suite
· Microsoft Office
Experience
La Causerie Française Language Institute
Italian Instructor and Italian Department Lead- September 2008 to May 2024
Instruct students in Italian grammar, syntax, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Develop and implement engaging lessons and activities to improve students’ understanding of the language. Encourage participation in class by creating a fun and open environment. Teach both in person and online courses. Include all aspects of language learning-speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Provide additional materials for extra practice outside the classroom. Design curriculum and lesson plans.
Self Employed
Italian and Spanish Tutor- September 1990 to present
Provide instruction in Spanish and Italian to individuals and small groups. Design my own materials and lesson plans. Develop lessons and materials to fit the individual student’s needs, goals, and learning style. Assist students enrolled in language classes in junior high, high school and college. Help prepare students for placement tests. Work with students preparing for a move to or travel in a Spanish or Italian speaking country.
Star Chiropractic Family Clinic
Medical Office Administrator-March 2024 to present
Manage all aspects of a small medical office with one doctor who practices chiropractic and integrative medicine. Duties include: checking patients in and out, scheduling, answering phone and emails, setting up treatment modalities, filing with insurance, tracking patients’ lab work and treatments, daily and monthly reporting, perform basic in office testing, tracking and ordering of inventory, conducting interviews and training new staff.
La Causerie Française Language Institute
Assistant to the Board- June 2020 to December 2023
In charge of all aspects of administration including the enrollment system and process. Handle all inquiries from prospective students. In charge of the school websites. (Google Site) Provided training to instructors on use of their class web page and Zoom. Principal point of contact between the school board, instructors, and current and prospective students. Research and select vendor for school mailing list. Attend board meetings and assist in decision making and policy creation.
Education and Training
The University of North Texas 1990-2003
Master of Arts in Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Minors in Italian and French
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Member of SLANT-Student Linguistics Association of North Texas
Organized and lead an Italian conversation group
Also studied Latin, German, Russian and Japanese.
Shawnee Mission South 1986-1990
Cadet Teaching Program-assisted with Spanish classes at the high school and junior high during my junior and senior years.
American Kenpo Karate Association
3rd Degree Black Belt in American Kenpo
Certified Instructor
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