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Languages
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Karin Fehr

Karin Fehr

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

Veteran Educator offering almost 10 years of English instruction experience. Excellent communication, relationship-building and organizational skills. Good command of online learning management systems, with skill in developing engaging curriculum to foster student engagement and comprehension. Versed in lesson-planning and implementation of innovative instruction resources.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Online English Tutor

Idiomo Canada
05.2023 - Current
  • I provide conversation classes with various topics to 1 to 8 adult students from various countries in Latin America.

Adult Online English Tutor

Carrot English
01.2020 - Current
  • Delivery of Online English classes to adult students from various businesses and clients in South Korea using one on one programming using Zoom and Bria (phone) platforms using company curriculum and materials
  • Tutored students to develop deeper comprehension of English course materials and better understanding of assignments to improve academic success.
  • Improved students' written and verbal English skills through personalized learning programs.
  • Provided timely feedback on assignments, allowing students to improve their writing and speaking abilities.

Full Time Online English Teacher

LeLys International Languages Group
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Taught English online to various companies and private clients in Mexico, Taiwan and Thailand using Zoom, Meet, and Teams
  • Client English level assessments and programming, lessons plans
  • Created and implemented programming for teaching English as a second language to teaching colleges/universities.
  • Maintained schedule of appointments and worked up to 60 hours each week.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

5th Grade Online English Teacher

Colegio Pearson School
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Taught online 2 classes of Grade 5 students (26 students/class) in English and Science using Google Meet/Classroom, Pearson Curriculum and Discovery Education
  • Created and completed weekly lesson planning as per Pearson curriculum, attendance, marking assignments, communicated with students and parents, report cards and comments.

Full Time English Teacher

Globoworld Language Group
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Taught from 6 to 8 presential classes daily or children to adults at school locations and businesses for improvement of English skills and proficiency
  • Creation and delivery of lesson plans for both physical classes and online using the Zoom platform.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.

English Instructor

Culturlingua English School
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Created and instructed 8-week Summer Program for Beginner/Level 1 English for children and young adults using school curriculum in daily physical classes.
  • Improved classroom engagement by implementing interactive teaching techniques and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
  • Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
  • Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.

Volunteer English Teacher

Academy of English
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Taught English in a variety of in-house classes and outsourced schools, teaching preschool to adults on a daily and weekly basis
  • Prepared lesson plans based on Academy curriculum and other resources/materials (books, games, videos, etc.) for all classes including creating new Adults conversation class program.

Education Assistant, English Language Learners Instructor

Edmonton Public Schools
09.2014 - 02.2020
  • Screened and assessed newly immigrated students from grades 2 to 9 using various assessments for English levels
  • Created and carried out programming in small pull-out groups based on the students' levels of language.
  • Tracked student progress using data-driven assessments, allowing for targeted interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.

Educational Assistant, Behaviour and Literacy Classes

Edmonton Public Schools
09.2000 - 07.2014
  • Worked as a Teaching partner and Educational Assistant addressing the needs of students with learning and behavior challenges in a small class program.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
  • Collaborated with parents and guardians to increase support and provide best learning environment.

Education

Certificate of Completion 300 Study Hours - Professional International TESOL Instructor

Global TESOL College, Edmonton, AB
08.2016

Graduated With Distinction - Special Needs Educational Assistant Program

MacEwan University/College, Edmonton, AB
06.2000

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Excellent Oral Communication/Pronunciation Skills
  • Organizational ability
  • Curriculum Development/Lesson Planning
  • Online/ Physical Course Instruction
  • Working headset, High Speed Internet
  • Experience with Various Online Meeting Platforms

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Full Time English Teacher - Globoworld Language Group
01.2024 - 05.2024
Online English Tutor - Idiomo Canada
05.2023 - Current
Full Time Online English Teacher - LeLys International Languages Group
01.2022 - 03.2023
5th Grade Online English Teacher - Colegio Pearson School
08.2021 - 12.2021
Adult Online English Tutor - Carrot English
01.2020 - Current
English Instructor - Culturlingua English School
06.2019 - 08.2019
Volunteer English Teacher - Academy of English
06.2017 - 09.2017
Education Assistant, English Language Learners Instructor - Edmonton Public Schools
09.2014 - 02.2020
Educational Assistant, Behaviour and Literacy Classes - Edmonton Public Schools
09.2000 - 07.2014
Global TESOL College - Certificate of Completion 300 Study Hours, Professional International TESOL Instructor
MacEwan University/College - Graduated With Distinction, Special Needs Educational Assistant Program
Karin Fehr