Maria Margie Angelis
AL- Marooj Compound 0503319804 ?margiori7@gmail.com ?
Profile
Able to coordinate several tasks simultaneously. Commended for reliability and trustworthiness. Culturally sensitive and internationally traveled teacher, trainer, instructor, and teacher manager both online and in a traditional classrooms. Dynamic, results-oriented problem solver. Ability to grasp new ideas and integrate them into desired results. In-depth knowledge of the English language and impeccable knowledge of technolgy being able to combine both for unique results. Extensive experience in teaching English as a second language . Results-driven professional with extensive experience in curriculum planning . Well-developed skills in assisting students with English listening and speaking skills . With broad experience in English essay writing.
Experience
ESL teacher- IELTS AND TOEFL SPEACIALIST & GRE Supervisor
2013 – NOW
ALFAC female section, Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
Writes and edits custom-made tests for a specific curriculum. Assesses model lessons of new teachers.
Organizes workshops , conducts research, plans annual and monthly academic schedules.
Ascertains the proper operation of the academy regarding all issues related to the English Department.
Functions as a mediator between the English Department and all other departments. Resolves problems regarding student requests and complaints. Manages teachers for the flawless administration of tests. Deals with unpredicatable situations and makes quick decisions. Maintains excellent communication with supervisors and consults them of changes that need to be made in order to improve the over-all operation of the academy.Teaches intense IELTS and TOEFL workshops and bootcamps. Advises students about studying abroad in American, Canadian, Australian and British universities
ESL Instructor
2010 – 2013
English Instructor, Mentor Teacher and Edmodo Specialist
Princess Noura University, Saudi Arabia , Riyadh
Composed communicative learning lesson plans with straightforward objectives
Conducted creative English classes limiting teacher talk and encouraging student talk
Incorporated advanced technology and interdisciplinary curriculum allowing all students to see the “big picture”Participated in intense educational workshops for ongoing improvement
Was included in discussions with university administrators regarding curriculum, and teaching methods
Mentored teachers and provided peer to peer observations
Advised fellow teachers of administrative expectations
Provided technological support to lead teacher in workshops and presentations.
Resolved possible technical problems during workshops
Head Coordinator
2009 – 2010
Head Coordinator of a School
Hellenic School of Ottawa, Ottawa , Canada
Communicated and exchanged ideas and information with OCDSB Site Administrator regarding school functions. Collaborated with OCDSB Site Administrator to improve school operation and management.
Informed students and parents of school events and functions.
Supported teacher and parent involvement by encouraging and promoting appropriate communication.
Supervised, organized, and developed the Cultural Program.
Promoted the security and well being of all students within the school.
Represented the school in all formal events within the Hellenic Community.
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ESL Instructor
2009 - 2010
TESOL online corporate trainer, www.carrotenglish.com www.talktocanada.com
Korea & Saudi Arabia
Instructed all levels of English online to chief officers of fourtune five hundred companies
Interacted in an online learning environment (CTM 3.0) with corporate students of Korean and Saudi Arabian corporate companies such as STC, Samsung Loreal, Posco and DAELIM with different learning abilities so that they attain success.
Took part in institutional assessment
Reported to academic advisor via WEBEX about issues related to student academic progress
Prepared online lesson plans
Submited and maintained timely and accurate reports of student grades.
Maintained an online company portal regarding various academic expectations.
ESL Teacher , Coordinator, Director and Owner
2005 - 2008
Director, and owner of AXON Language and Microsoft Certification Centers, Athens- Greece. www.axon.gr
Directed academy activities such as scheduling, curriculum planning, study cycles and test administration.
Organized workshops for ongoing teacher learning
Completed teacher observations and provided feedback to teachers.
Studied teacher lesson plans in order to ascertain that teachers are facilitators of proper learning
Maintained attendance records.
Overlooked teacher teaching in the TOEFL, SAT , TOEIC, LOWER, ADVANCED and PROFICIENCY
Organized and managed staff meetings.
Assessed and overlooked lesson plans and how they were taught in class.
Resolved student complaints and mediated so that there was better understanding between students and teachers.
Organized writing workshops for ELL.
Motivated and developed interest among English students .
Established each student’s aim of wanting to learn English and set goals to meet them.
Formalized and scheduled the course curriculum in accordance with the curriculum standards
Selected and scheduled instructors who are certified by the Commission
Provided each instructor with a current course outline and all necessary additional
information concerning the instructor's duties and responsibilities;
Notified each instructor so that they comply with the Basic Curriculum standards demanded by the Board of Education ( Ministry of Education)
Guided and provided educators access to the most current version of the Course Management Guide;
Reviewed each instructor's lesson plans and other instructional material for conformance to the Board of Education standards and minimized repetition and duplication of subject matter
Arranged for the timely availability of appropriate audiovisual aids, materials, publications,
facilities, and equipment for training in all topic areas.
Created websites for school use.
Created advanced Excel sheets for grade and attendance completion.
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2002 - 2005
Math Teacher, Jane Addams High School - Bronx, NY.
Taught students according to their ability
Enlightened students with different teaching methods.
Applied effective class management skills.
Supported students in emotional and behavior problems.
Organized activities for developing team spirit .
Built excellent rapport with students and staff members.
•Meet with parents and informed them about their child’s growth.
•?Appreciated for providing more resources for better learning of students.
•?Made students familiar with the school’s rules and culture by conducting group activities in class.
Languages
English (Fluent)
Greek and Ancient Greek (Fluent).
French(Working knowledge)
Arabic ( Working knowledge)
Computer Skills
MS EXCEL , ACCESS, Power Point , WORD and WINDOWS (highly proficient), excellent use of the Internet, impeccable knowledge of computer hardware and software. Able to maintain online portals and excellent understanding of most e-learning environments. Able to create and maintain websites. Knowledege of PHP, Java, C++, ASP.NET and Prologue.
Education
2013 ? CELTA
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE
2001
Masters in Education.
1.5 years
ECSU - Connecticut, U.S.A. GPA: 3.8 Out of 4.0. ( With Honors)
2001 TESL DIPLOMA 300 hrs
Canadian College of Educators
1997
Bachelor of Science in Computers. 4 years
Long Island University - NY, U.S.A. GPA: 3.7 Out of 4.0 ( With Honors)
1985
ESOL Proficiency of English 1 year
University of Cambridge - Cambridge, England.
Honors & Activities
•?Suma Cum Laude .
•?Long Island University Service Award
•?President of Long Island University’s Honor’s Society ( 1998-2000)
•?Alpha Sigma Lamda Adult Honor Society
•?Established member of the Hellenic Computer Society.
*References available upon request