MICHELE SECRET
Surrey,Canada
Summary
Educator dedicated to empowering post-secondary students through education. Experienced in assessing English proficiency tests with a reputation for reliability and accuracy. Skilled in designing innovative and engaging curriculum that caters to diverse learning styles. Committed to student success and constantly seeking ways to enhance the educational experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CELBAN Assessor
Touchstone Institute
10.2017 - Current
- Conduct English-speaking proficiency interviews as part of the CELBAN test for internationally educated nurses
- Accurately and consistently assess proficiency levels using CELBAN criteria based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks
- Provide formative feedback for candidates
- Participate in annual calibration and recertification seminars
- Successfully completed new training modules for online proficiency test.
Continuing Academic Sessional Instructor
Fraser International College
05.2012 - Current
- Teach a variety of English for Academic Purpose courses
- Responsible for creating lessons and assessments that prepare international students for university-level assignments
- Promote a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Track student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems and identify relevant support services.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Mentored new instructors and participated in professional development.
IELTS Examiner
SFU IELTS Centre / Conestoga College / IDP Education Canada
11.2009 - 04.2020
- Conduct, evaluate, and score speaking interviews for IELTS
- Assessed writing module from 2009-2015
- Monitored for adherence to IELTS standards and required bi-annual re-certification.
Sessional Instructor
University of the Fraser Valley
09.2001 - 12.2013
- Taught all skill areas to international and domestic students
- Assessed language needs and advised students
- Developed course materials and participated in professional development.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Sessional EAP Instructor
Simon Fraser University - Department of Linguistics
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Taught academic writing, listening, speaking, reading, vocabulary, and research skills to international students
- Participated in assessment and curriculum creation.
ELSA Instructor
Surrey Delta Immigrant Services Society
02.2000 - 08.2001
- Developed and taught lesson plans according to the ELSA curriculum
- Evaluated student progress and participated in program meetings.
Education
CELBAN Assessor Certification -
Touchstone Institute
01.2020
Master of Education - Educational Technology & Learning Design -
Simon Fraser University
08.2009
Examiner Certification -
IDP IELTS - International English Language Testing System
01.2009
Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) Assessor Certification -
University of the Fraser Valley
01.2009
Serious Nonsense Remedial Speech Therapy Program -
Surrey School District #36
01.2006
Orton - Gillingham Tutor Training Program -
Surrey College
04.2005
Intercultural Studies On-line Courses -
University of British Columbia
01.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Linguistics -
Simon Fraser University
01.2000
TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language - Linguistics Certificate -
Simon Fraser University
01.1999
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Ability to Learn Quickly
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Analytical Reasoning
- Interpersonal Communication
Professional Development
- Teaching Excellence at Navitas Modules - 2023
- Back to School Bootcamp - BC TEAL - 2020
- Various Professional Development Workshops at FIC, 2013 - Present
- Annual BC TEAL Conferences, 2000-2018
- Volunteer ESL Teacher for New Immigrants - Surrey School District - 2013
- Contributor to Ubiquitous Learning Journal - 2011
- CLB 5-10 Exit Tasks Workshop - 2009
- BC TEAL Conference Presenter - 2008
- ETS Canada iBT TOEFL Workshop - 2006
- UCFV Adult Education Conference - 2006
- ESL Teacher for Refugee Access to English - 2000-2001
- Canadian Council for Refugees Convention - 2000
Timeline
CELBAN Assessor
Touchstone Institute
10.2017 - Current
Continuing Academic Sessional Instructor
Fraser International College
05.2012 - Current
IELTS Examiner
SFU IELTS Centre / Conestoga College / IDP Education Canada
11.2009 - 04.2020
Sessional EAP Instructor
Simon Fraser University - Department of Linguistics
05.2009 - 04.2012
Sessional Instructor
University of the Fraser Valley
09.2001 - 12.2013
ELSA Instructor
Surrey Delta Immigrant Services Society
02.2000 - 08.2001
Examiner Certification -
IDP IELTS - International English Language Testing System
Canadian Language Benchmarks Placement Test (CLBPT) Assessor Certification -
University of the Fraser Valley
Serious Nonsense Remedial Speech Therapy Program -
Surrey School District #36
Orton - Gillingham Tutor Training Program -
Surrey College
Intercultural Studies On-line Courses -
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Linguistics -
Simon Fraser University
TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language - Linguistics Certificate -
Simon Fraser University
CELBAN Assessor Certification -
Touchstone Institute
Master of Education - Educational Technology & Learning Design -
Simon Fraser University
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