Language Arts English
Resume:
Denise Vega
Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865
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CAREER PROFILE
SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER/CURRICULUM DEVELOPER/EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Language Arts. Professional Development, Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction Design
An educator with 19+ years’ experience in the design, development, and instruction of innovative programs, curricula, and instructional methodologies. Successful across a broad cross-section of student populations, from language learners, at-risk learners in large urban public schools, to high achievers. Active member, leader, and contributor to academic communities including TESOL International. Qualifications include: Educational Programming & Design Instructional Resources & Learning Aids Coaching, Professional Development Fundraising, Public Relations & Publicity Team Building & Team Leadership Special Events Planning, and Administration. Parent/Teacher/Community Outreach Student/School Needs Assessment Recognized for integrity, excellence, initiative, and enthusiasm. A true motivator and student/faculty ally. EDUCATION
M.A., TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) University of Bath, UK 2025.
● Professional Development for Language Educators
● Educational Research/Design
● TESOL in the marketplace
● English for Academic Purposes
● New Technologies for Language Learning
● Teaching Grammar and Writing
● Formative and Summative Assessment
● Curricula and Lesson Design and Planning
● Theories on Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (psychology and linguistics) B.S., English, Millersville University, Millersville 2006. Associates, Pre-Teaching and Communication Arts, Harrisburg Area Community College, 2003. PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE
English, Social Studies, and Science Teacher
NYCDOE-Pathways to Graduation-Bronx-District 79 2016-2024 Member of professional teaching staff preparing students for the GED exam, college and career using interactive instruction, differentiated learning, and technology. Taught English Language Arts, Science and Social Studies in diverse classrooms of English Language Learners, Learning Support, and other students. English Teacher, Creative Writing, Journalism, Drama, and Reading HARRISBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT Harrisburg, PA http://www.hbgsd.k12.pa.us 2013-2016 Member of the professional teaching staff which taught ninth through twelfth grade English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading, Drama and Journalism in diverse classrooms of learning support, English language learners and advanced students.
Substitute Teacher - English/Language Arts
PENN MANOR SCHOOL DISTRICT Lancaster, PA http://www.pennmanor.net 2010-2013 Member of the professional teaching staff of the 5170-student public school system. Instrumental in implementing and managing students and classes for absent English teachers in grades 9-12. Support the needs of a new and more diverse student population. Function in all capacities and responsibilities of the absent teacher. Year Round Education-Leader
MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey, PA www.mhs-pa.org 2013 Summer School Program Instrumental in leading and interacting with fifth and eighth-grade female students returning or entering Milton Hershey School for the first time. Preparation included expectations of behavior, hygiene, proper attire, and preparedness via activities and games. Encouragement and acknowledgment through intrinsic and extrinsic rewards, which appropriately correlate with expectations. Teacher-English/Language Arts 2006-2010
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF LANCASTER Lancaster, PA http://www.lancaster.k12.pa.us Member of the professional teaching staff of a diverse population of approximately 11,000 students: 57.9% Hispanic, 19.4% African American, 16.5% Caucasian, and 6.2% Asian, including international students from Nepal, Cambodia, India, Africa, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Function in three distinct roles within the educational community, each emphasizing design, development, and leadership of unique instructional programs for individuals, small groups, and entire classes.
• Penn Literacy Program-Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking/Technology
• Read 180 and Study Island Programs
• Total Participation Techniques for ESL and Learning Support
• Differentiated and Tiered Learning including methodologies and techniques for ESL and Learning Support
• Standardized Test Prep
• Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment planning with colleagues
• Technology and Classrooms for the Future training and implementation ADVISORY AND LEADERSHIP
TESOL International
● Member. Education, research, and advocacy for English Language Learning and the teaching profession. International Students’ Association of John Harris High School
● Co-Advisor implementing cultural experiences, which include dance, food, clothing, artifacts, rituals, and religions of various countries.
Future Educators Association
● Adviser for Two Years. Mentorship program connecting high school students with college students in preparing for careers in education.
Student/Teacher Exchange Program
● Teacher/Adviser. Student/teacher exchange program implemented to help resolve racial issues.
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