Matthew Wood
Westfield
Summary
Adult educator with more than 10 years experience as an English second language instructor. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide students to meet their training goals. Adaptable to class size from one-on-one training to group classes, creating an interesting and engaging curriculum while maintaining a professional atmosphere. Able to create and facilitate a customized program based on the individual needs of the student.
Results-driven teaching professional prepared for role that leverages extensive experience in language instruction. Known for creating dynamic and inclusive learning environments that facilitate language proficiency. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability to meet educational goals. Strong skills in curriculum development and student engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English as a Second Language Teacher
CCNB
09.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse language proficiency levels.
- Facilitated immersive classroom environments promoting active participation and language retention.
- Assessed student progress through standardized testing and personalized feedback sessions.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate ESL strategies across various academic disciplines.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and technology integration.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by evaluating student outcomes and refining instructional approaches accordingly.
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
ESL Educator for Federal Government Employees
Canada Public School
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Curriculum writing for oral, written and reading comprehension classes
- Facilitation of English classes designed to help the student reach their language target to meet expectations for job promotion
- Homework review to ensure student’s progress
- Facilitation of one-on-one intensive training course
- Maintaining an interactive and engaging class atmosphere
- Developed and implemented adult education programs tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Assessed each student's developmental needs on ongoing basis.
- Worked closely with individual adult learners to develop personalized learning plans based on their unique goals and abilities.
- Collaborated with other educators to create interdisciplinary lessons, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Prepared students for success in standardized tests, offering targeted instruction and practice materials based on identified weaknesses.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
ESL Educator
Interlangues Language School
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Facilitating English speaking and writing classes
- Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to improve English fluency among diverse learners.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and tailored feedback sessions.
- Expanded students'' vocabulary knowledge through targeted activities, increasing their ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Tailored lesson plans to accommodate differences in learning styles and speeds.
- Preparing Federal Government employees for exams to help them qualify for promotions
- Group classes of up to 8 people
- Classes of up to 2.5 hours in duration
- Maintaining an interactive and engaging class atmosphere
- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance student engagement and language acquisition.
- Taught classes daily with advanced, beginner and intermediate levels of students.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
- Developed and maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance, participation and progress.
ESL Educator
Redwood Language
06.2017 - 01.2022
- Provided an assessment test to determine the level of each student
- Prepared students for IELTS exam
- Maintained a professional classroom while keeping the students engaged and interested
- Assisted students in understanding the expectations of each part of exam
- Taught international students from all over the world
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
- Improved students'' reading and writing skills by incorporating engaging literature and creative assignments.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
ESL Educator
Haowj
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Facilitated English classes for international students aged 20 – 80 years old
- Facilitated interactive workshops to promote collaborative learning environments.
- Enhanced student comprehension with clear explanations and real-life examples during lessons.
- Evaluated curriculum materials critically for cultural sensitivity and relevance, ensuring that instructional resources reflected diverse perspectives.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Taught the range of Level 1 to 6 on various topics ranging from conversational English to Business English
- Created curriculum and lesson plans
ESL Educator
Adapt2Me
06.2017 - 12.2019
- Facilitated Individualized Language Classes and advised a specific schedule to reach their goal within a reasonable time
- Assisted Canadian government employees achieve their goals in Spoken English
- Maintained a professional classroom while keeping the students engaged and interested
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking, and reading skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student progress, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
ESL Educator
Lexis Language Learning
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Prepared Canadian Immigrant students for IELTS exam
- Prepared and implemented assessment tools and tests
- Provided students with overall Grammar Proficiency Level to generate an individualized learning plan for each student
- Prepared students for all four parts of the exam; speaking, reading, writing and listening
- Assigned relevant homework based on the need of each student
- Developed tailored lesson plans to enhance student understanding of IELTS exam components
- Implemented strategies to increase students' speaking and writing proficiency
- Assessed student performance through practice tests and provided constructive feedback
- Collaborated with educational institutions to align curriculum with IELTS standards
- Provided constructive feedback on writing tasks, enabling students to improve their written communication abilities.
- Assisted non-native speakers in mastering English pronunciation and intonation, boosting their speaking test scores.
- Evaluated student performances against standardized benchmarks, providing clear direction on areas necessitating further development or refinement of skills.
- Increased student confidence in English language skills through engaging activities and targeted practice sessions.
- Organized supplementary tutoring sessions as needed to ensure all students had ample opportunities for success on the IELTS exam.
Education
Bachelor's of Clerical Education - Clerical Education
United States Institute of Language And Cultural Studies
Ocala, Florida06.2022
High School Diploma - High School
Charlottetown Rural High School
Charlottetown, PE06.2003
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Strong Time Management
- Delivers results in high-pressure environments
- Experienced Team Collaborator/Leader
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Curriculum development
- MS Office
- Proficient with online learning platforms
- Experienced in digital education delivery
- Excellent Communication skills
- Kind and compassionate
- Proficient in managing classroom dynamics
Certification
- IELTS Specialist Certificate April 2021 to Present
- CELPIP Teacher Training Level 2 January 2021 to Present
- CELPIP Teacher Training Level 1 October 2020 to Present
- TESOL January 2016 to Present
Certificates and Licenses
IELTS Teaching Certificate April 2021
CELPIP Teaching Training Level 1 January 2021
CELPIP Teaching Training Level 2 March 2021
TESOL 130HR Teaching Certificate January 2016
Timeline
English as a Second Language Teacher
CCNB
09.2023 - Current
ESL Educator for Federal Government Employees
Canada Public School
05.2022 - 09.2023
ESL Educator
Interlangues Language School
09.2021 - 04.2022
ESL Educator
Redwood Language
06.2017 - 01.2022
ESL Educator
Adapt2Me
06.2017 - 12.2019
ESL Educator
Haowj
04.2016 - 06.2020
ESL Educator
Lexis Language Learning
04.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor's of Clerical Education - Clerical Education
United States Institute of Language And Cultural Studies
High School Diploma - High School
Charlottetown Rural High School
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