Susan Eskandari
Burnaby,BC
Summary
English Lead and Language Arts Educator with a Master’s in Language Arts and dual Canadian certifications (British Columbia & Newfoundland – Highest Level). Experienced in curriculum development, ELL instruction, and mentoring teachers. Skilled in creating inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms that empower students academically and linguistically.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
English Lead/ ELL Teacher
Yennadon Elementary
Maple Ridge, Canada
09.2024 - Current
- Provide instructional leadership in English Language Arts and ELL programming
- Design and implement individualized language plans for multilingual learners
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate ELL strategies across the curriculum
- Monitor student progress using assessment data to inform instruction
- Promote inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices
English Lead/ ELL Teacher
Albion Elementary
Maple Ridge, Canada
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Led literacy and language development initiatives for multilingual learners
- Developed individualized learning plans and supported differentiated instruction
- Collaborated with staff to embed inclusive literacy strategies school-wide
ELL, English & Social Studies Teacher
Vancouver Hebrew Academy
Vancouver, Canada
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered inquiry-based English Language Arts and Social Studies instruction
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse and multilingual student populations
- Fostered inclusive, student-centered learning environments
Teaching Assistant / Research Assistant
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John’s, Canada
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Designed ESL curriculum and learning resources
- Coordinated language programs and supported international learners
- Managed academic projects and program delivery
- Designed ESL curriculum and learning resources
- Coordinated language programs and supported international learners
- Managed academic projects and program delivery
English Lead / Special Education & ESL Teacher
Jens Haven Indigenous Memorial School
Nain, Canada
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed curriculum for students with special needs (dyslexia, visual impairments).
- Provided individualized instruction and tracked student progress.
- Collaborated with staff to optimize learning outcomes.
Education
M.A. - English Language Arts
Memorial University of Newfoundland
NL09.2023
M.Ed -
University of Isfahan
IranB.Ed - High School Teaching
Farhangian University
IranSkills
- English Language Arts Instruction
- ELL / ESL Instruction
- Literacy Leadership
- Curriculum Development
- Differentiated Instruction
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Inclusive Education
- Multilingual Learner Support
- Assessment & Data-Informed Instruction
- Culturally Responsive Teaching
- Instructional Coaching
- Classroom Management
Certification
- BC Teaching Certificate (Highest Level)
- Newfoundland & Labrador Teaching Certificate
- TESOL Certificate
Languages
- English, Fluent
- French, B1
Publications
- The Theme of Education in Educating Rita and Pygmalion: A Bourdieusian Study
- Sport Idioms: Curriculum for Vocabulary Learning (Book)
Timeline
English Lead/ ELL Teacher
Yennadon Elementary
09.2024 - Current
English Lead/ ELL Teacher
Albion Elementary
09.2024 - 08.2025
ELL, English & Social Studies Teacher
Vancouver Hebrew Academy
10.2023 - 06.2024
English Lead / Special Education & ESL Teacher
Jens Haven Indigenous Memorial School
09.2022 - 06.2023
Teaching Assistant / Research Assistant
Memorial University of Newfoundland
09.2020 - 09.2023
M.A. - English Language Arts
Memorial University of Newfoundland
M.Ed -
University of Isfahan
B.Ed - High School Teaching
Farhangian University