RAFAELA LOPEZ-COBAR
Educator
LONDON,ON
Summary
Motivated ESL Instructor with 10 years of experience working with school faculty and staff to develop vocational and post-secondary goals for students. Over 10 years practical experience in Adult Education,Special Education Counseling, Intervention, and Prevention programs. Over 5 years experience teaching online and developing creative curriculum for online courses. Stage 3 certified in Avenue (Online Settlement Language Solutions for Adult Newcomer and Teaching professionals). Communicative Educator committed to helping non-English speaking students improve English reading, writing, listening and speaking fluency. Bringing 10 years of hands-on experience creating instructional methods to stimulate learning and assessing student progress. Results-oriented and energetic professional skillful in developing informal and formal language assessments
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
ESL Instructor
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
London, Ontario
01.2020 - Current
- Training and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment
- Created and facilitated lessons using Pre-CLB Literacy to CLB 8
- Awareness of cultural diversity & sensitivity, anti-racism and anti-oppression theory
- Experience in establishing clear objectives related to employment and education for all lessons, modules, and assessment tasks and communicated those objectives to students
- Experience in approaching multi-level teaching environment.
Research Assistant
Western University
London, Ontario
01.2016 - Current
- Graduate level education with focus in educational research methods, statistical and qualitative analysis and demonstrated research report writing skills;
- Knowledge of current research methods, program evaluation, qualitative (advanced statistical analysis ANOVA, multivariate analysis, cluster analysis, data visualization) and quantitative (content analysis, case study, observation, focus group) analysis and statistics is required;
- Knowledge of computer-oriented research and evaluation software – Excel, Access, SPSS, NVivo, MSWord, PowerPoint;
- High range of professional abilities including but not limited to: organization, communication, facilitation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups
ESL Instructor
Cobar Consulting
London, Ontario
01.2014 - Current
- Created and facilitated lessons that teaches English as a Second Language
- Awareness of cultural diversity & sensitivity, anti-racism and anti-oppression theory
- Experience in establishing clear objectives related to employment and education for all lessons, modules, and assessment tasks and communicate those objectives to students
- Experience in approaching a multi-level teaching environment.
- Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills
- Established clear objectives for lessons and units to communicate objectives to 20 students per semester
ESL Instructor
YWCA
St. Thomas, Ontario
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Training in and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment
- Created and facilitated lessons using Pre-CLB Literacy to CLB 8
- Awareness of cultural diversity & sensitivity, anti-racism and anti-oppression theory
- Experience in establishing clear objectives related to employment and education for all lessons, modules, and assessment tasks and communicate those objectives to students
- Experience in approaching a multi-level teaching environment.
- Established clear objectives for lessons and units to communicate objectives to 10 students per semester
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance
Educational Assistant/Child and Youth Worker
District School Board of Niagara
St. Catharines, Ontario
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Lectured and communicated effectively with students from diverse backgrounds
- Supervised classroom activities and work with classroom teachers in integrated school settings and out of school Day Program Settings, which included public education and consultation regarding counseling services to youths
- Created and facilitated lessons of Social behaviour, Basic English and Math concepts to students that presented Learning Exceptionalities
- Inspired students to translate their academic interests into real world by taking positive actions
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills
Community Engagement /Job Developer
Community Living
Welland, Ontario
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Assisted in job development for clients involved in this program
- Assisted in preparation of task analysis, job profiles and client/employees correspondence
- Applied knowledge of trip planning skills and planned different client outings
- Coordinated fund raising events and organization’s social gatherings
- Assisted in referring clients and their families to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans
- Prepared and maintained records and case files detailing clients' personal and eligibility information, services provided and relevant correspondence
- Handled caseload of more than 10 clients
Education
Ph.D. - Critical Policy, Equity And Leadership Studies
Western University
London, ON 09.2018 - Current
Ontario Diploma - English As A Second Language
TESOL, London Language Institute
London, ON 07.2019 - 01.2020
Masters of Arts - Special Education and Psychology
Western University
London, ON 09.2014 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Adult Education
Brock University
St. Catherines, ON 09.2010 - 04.2014
Diploma - Educational Assistant Special Needs Support Diplom
Niagara College
Welland, ON 09.2008 - 09.2010
Skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, problem solving, and time management skillsundefined
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Timeline
ESL Instructor
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
01.2020 - Current
Ontario Diploma - English As A Second Language
TESOL, London Language Institute
07.2019 - 01.2020
Ph.D. - Critical Policy, Equity And Leadership Studies
Western University
09.2018 - Current
ESL Instructor
YWCA
01.2018 - 01.2019
Research Assistant
Western University
01.2016 - Current
Masters of Arts - Special Education and Psychology
Western University
09.2014 - 04.2016
ESL Instructor
Cobar Consulting
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Adult Education
Brock University
09.2010 - 04.2014
Diploma - Educational Assistant Special Needs Support Diplom
Niagara College
09.2008 - 09.2010
Educational Assistant/Child and Youth Worker
District School Board of Niagara
01.2007 - 01.2014
Community Engagement /Job Developer
Community Living
01.2007 - 01.2009
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