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Mark Dallas

Toronto,ON

Summary

Skilled ESL Instructor versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs. Experience teaching ESL at all levels for students from around the world with a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and adaptability.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Media Teacher (Greystone College)

ILSC Education Group
12.2022 - Current
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
  • Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
  • Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
  • Assisted students in retaining lecture information with creation of guides and course materials.
  • Fostered physically and emotionally safe and supportive learning environment characterized by efficient and effective routines, clear expectations and organization that maximized student learning.

IELTS Speaking Examiner

British Council/ILSC
04.2015 - Current

Cambridge Speaking Examiner

British Council/ILSC
04.2006 - Current

ESL Teacher (supply)

ILSC Education Group
08.2004 - Current
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.

Program Director

ILSC Education Group
09.2017 - 07.2020
  • Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.

Education

TESL Ontario Certificate (Honours) -

LaSalle College International
Toronto, ON
07.2003

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Design (Communications)

University of Suffolk
Ipswich, UK
1989

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Individual Instruction
  • Curriculum Development
  • Faculty Collaboration

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Digital Media Teacher (Greystone College)

ILSC Education Group
12.2022 - Current

Program Director

ILSC Education Group
09.2017 - 07.2020

IELTS Speaking Examiner

British Council/ILSC
04.2015 - Current

Cambridge Speaking Examiner

British Council/ILSC
04.2006 - Current

ESL Teacher (supply)

ILSC Education Group
08.2004 - Current

TESL Ontario Certificate (Honours) -

LaSalle College International

BTEC Higher National Diploma - Design (Communications)

University of Suffolk

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