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Certification
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Alex Lielbardis

Pickering,Ontario

Summary

Skilled ESL teacher with background in diverse educational settings. Specialize in creating engaging curriculum and learning experiences tailored to English language learners of all proficiency levels. Strong intercultural communication skills coupled with capability to build rapport among students, fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on student engagement and achievement. Well-versed in developing lesson plans, overseeing classrooms with students and managing student behavior and attention. Articulate, organized, and proactive with strong multitasking and time management skills. Promotes cultural learning and building life-long skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English as a Second Language Teacher

Ministry of Preschool & Public Education: School 209
Tashkent, Tashkent Region, Uzbekistan
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with local teachers to create an effective ESL program that meets the needs of all students.
  • Implemented strategies for working effectively with high school learners.
  • Engaged in small group discussions with students to increase confidence in using the English language.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques, such as role-playing, audio-visual aids, multimedia presentations, and hands-on activities.
  • Conducted professional development workshops for my co-teachers related to ESL teaching methods.
  • Evaluated textbooks, workbooks or other materials used in class lessons.
  • Administered standardized tests to measure student performance.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing and conversation.
  • Encouraged students to practice speaking in English by creating a positive classroom environment with interactive activities.
  • Instructed classes in listening comprehension, pronunciation drills, vocabulary development, grammar rules and sentence structure.
  • Assessed student learning styles and provided appropriate accommodations to maximize learning potential.

Primary Subjects Teacher

Tashkent Ulugbek International School
Tashkent, Tashkent Region
10.2018 - 05.2020
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, and history.
  • Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
  • Supervised after school activities such as clubs or sports teams.
  • Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

English as a Second Language Teacher

Taicang Mingde Senior High School
Taicang, Jiangsu, China
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Utilized various teaching techniques such as role playing, audio-visual aids, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
  • Evaluated textbooks, workbooks or other materials used in class lessons.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing and conversation.
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum by utilizing online resources such as videos, podcasts or webinars.
  • Encouraged students to practice speaking in English by creating a positive classroom environment with interactive activities.
  • Instructed classes in listening comprehension, pronunciation drills, vocabulary development, grammar rules and sentence structure.
  • Assessed student learning styles and provided appropriate accommodations to maximize learning potential.
  • Prepared lesson plans according to approved syllabi.
  • Improved student grammar and conversational skills through role play assignments.
  • Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.

English as a Second Language Teacher

Yuncheng English Village
Yuncheng, Shanxi, China
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • I worked for a joint-venture company that assigned me to Jiang Xian Experimental Middle School & Jiang Xian High School.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques such as role playing, audio-visual aids, multimedia presentations and hands-on activities.
  • Administered standardized tests to measure student performance.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for English language learners, focusing on grammar, pronunciation, reading comprehension, writing and conversation.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments and documented results according to school policy.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
  • Instructed classes in listening comprehension, pronunciation drills, vocabulary development, grammar rules and sentence structure.
  • Prepared lesson plans according to approved syllabi.
  • Taught lessons encompassing range of skill-building activities for speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Employed kinesthetic, visual and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans that accommodated specific level of learners while offering support to make certain each student was able to grasp materials.
  • Utilized various teaching methodologies to deliver engaging, interactive learning experiences.

Education

Teaching English As A Foreign Language

London Teachers Training College
London, England
05-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies; Sociology

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON, Canada
06-1993

Skills

  • Parent Communication
  • [Area of study] instruction
  • Performance monitoring
  • Progress Reporting
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Materials Selection
  • Student Evaluation
  • Language Level Evaluation
  • Kind and Compassionate
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Curriculum Development
  • Grammar Instruction
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student assessments
  • Testing and grading
  • Classroom Management
  • Teaching strategies
  • Interactive Learning
  • Multimedia integration
  • Team Teaching
  • Proficiency Assessment
  • Student Motivation
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Student Engagement

Affiliations

  • Athletics
  • Blog writing
  • Chess
  • Music
  • Reading academic and classic literature

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Merit from my employer Yuncheng English Village

Certification

  • TEFL Certificate from London Teachers Training College, UK

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

English as a Second Language Teacher

Ministry of Preschool & Public Education: School 209
09.2023 - 05.2024

Primary Subjects Teacher

Tashkent Ulugbek International School
10.2018 - 05.2020

English as a Second Language Teacher

Taicang Mingde Senior High School
09.2015 - 06.2018

English as a Second Language Teacher

Yuncheng English Village
09.2012 - 06.2015

Teaching English As A Foreign Language

London Teachers Training College

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy And Religious Studies; Sociology

University of Toronto
Alex Lielbardis