Experienced Education Professional
DAVID WEINER
5 Sandalwood Drive, Clark, NJ 07066 ? ------------ ? ------------
Education:
Instituto Franklin at University of Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares, Spain
Master of Arts in Bilingual and Multicultural Education, September 2018 - June 2019
4.0 GPA Trabajo Fin de Máster: Course Design - English and Workplace Readiness for Study Tour Model
Weber State University, Online
Graduate Course in Foreign Language Teaching Methods, Fall 2016
Elizabeth Regional Training Center, Elizabeth, NJ
NJ Alternate Route Teacher Preparation Program, January 2015- December 2015
Relay Graduate School of Education, Online
NJ Teacher Pre-Service Training, July 2014
Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Italian Studies, August 2009 - May 2013
Syracuse University in Florence, Florence, Italy
September 2011-December 2011
Skills and Certifications:
Language: Fluent in Italian and Spanish, Elementary Proficiency in Portuguese
Computer: Windows and Mac Proficient, Microsoft Office Proficient, Experience with Symplicity and Peoplesoft Systems, Experience with Social Media, Experience with Moodle and Angel Systems, Experience with SMARTboard.
Certifications: Teacher of Italian and Teacher of English as a Second Language (grades K-12)
Professional Experience:
English Language and Cultural Assistant, Colegio Nuestra Señora de las Nieves, Madrid, Spain. September 2018 - Present.
Instructed classes ranging in level from 1° EPO to 2° Bachillerato (US equivalent grades 1 through 12). Assisted in the assessment of students. Prepared students for Cambridge and Trinity English examinations. Participated in school activities.
Summer Program Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, Moving Langauge Ahead, Mahwah, NJ. Summers 2015- 2018.
Worked to administer and score English proficiency exams for all program participants. Designed and taught highly engaging and interactive lessons to groups of international students in the United States on study trips. Evaluated and documented the growth of each student as well as the areas of needed improvement.
English Language and Cultural Assistant, IES Avempace, Zaragoza, Spain. October 2017- May 2018.
Designed and implemented conversational and cultural activities for students in levels ranging from 1° ESO to Bachillerato and Ciclos (US equivalent grades 9 through adult education). Assisted teachers with classroom management.
Teacher of English as a Second Language & Italian, Watchung Hills Regional High School, Warren, NJ. September 2015-June 2016.
Taught two sections of Italian 1 and one section of three ESL courses: Beginner ESL, Intermediate ESL, and Language Immersion (literature analysis and composition course geared for English Language Learners). Wrote and mapped curriculum for all courses. Created all necessary course worksheets, exercises, and exams. Administered WIDA’s W-APT screener examination to all incoming students and WIDA’s ACCESS 2.0 proficiency assessment to all ESL students. Worked with guidance department and parents to ensure that my students were successfully adjusting to life in their new country and their new school. Designed exciting and pertinent lessons to engage students and ensure academic growth.
Teacher of Italian, Arthur L Johnson High School, Clark, NJ. September 2014 – June 2015.
Taught one section of Italian 1, three sections of Italian 2, and one section of Italian 2 Honors. Planned, designed and implemented lessons that were both engaging and effective, ensuring timely delivery of material in curriculum. Designed cultural lessons and activities for students to spark passion for Italian studies. Utilized formative assessments to ensure that instruction is efficient and successful. Worked both before and after school with students who are struggling to ensure their success. Designed summative assessments to gauge student achievement. Ensured students with special needs were being accommodated and worked with case managers to best serve this important population. Maintained contact with parents regarding student successes as well as struggles. Facilitated Italian Club, along with a colleague, to enrich the academic experience and create awareness of Italian language and culture. Utilized my experience in college admissions and higher education to get students passionate about college and guide those who are beginning or in the midst of the college search process. Planned, recorded, and analyzed instructional progress through state-mandated measures such as SGO’s.
Plainfield Library Literacy Department, Volunteer ESL Teacher, Plainfield, NJ. June 2014 – January 2015.
Taught a class of 9 adult learners. Designed lessons and worked with students to improve grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and reading skills. Planned weekly assignments to ensure regular practice of English outside the classroom. Utilized quizzes to gauge student progress.
The College of Mount Saint Vincent Office of Admissions, Admission Counselor, Riverdale, NY, March 2014- September 2014.
Recruited students by means of email and telephone outreach, as well as in person recruitment at college fairs and school visits. Maintained student information and contact history utilizing Banner and Target X databases. Completed, processed, and reviewed all applications from assigned recruitment territory. Explained financial aid processes, packages, and external funding options to students and families. Spearheaded a project to utilize alumni, family of current students, and friends of the college as a recruitment resource. Facilitate major recruitment events and open houses. Monitored and recorded progress regularly in Excel spreadsheets to ensure target class size was achieved.
Gettysburg College Center for Public Service, Migrant Education Program Tutor, Gettysburg, PA. October 2012 – May 2013.
Tutored migrant adults in an ESL class run by South Central Community Action Programs. Helped students with vocabulary building, pronunciation, and grammar usage.
Gettysburg College Center for Public Service, Work Ready Program Tutor, Gettysburg, PA. October 2012 – May 2013.
Tutored students in the South Central Community Action Programs’ Work Ready Program, which helps welfare recipients better their employment prospects by obtaining their GED. Tutored students in either Math or English.
Gettysburg College Office of Admissions, Tour Guide, Gettysburg, PA. January 2012 – May 2013.
Represented the college by giving tours to prospective students and families. Provided detailed information about Gettysburg College and insight into everyday life of a student. Answered all questions that visitors had and directed them to those people and resources on campus matching their interests. Assisted Office of Admissions with mailings and communications for prospective students.
Fordham University Office of Career Services, Career Services Intern, New York, NY. June 2012 – August 2012.
Developed programming for the coming semester through participation in weekly planning meetings. Shadowed counselors during sessions with students and alumni. Revised student resumes and gave feedback on work experience. Critiqued cover letters. Facilitated career fairs.
Gettysburg College Office of Residence Life, Community Advisor, Gettysburg, PA. August 2010 – May 2011.
Acted as liaison between Residence Life professional staff and the residents. Worked to ensure safety and wellbeing of my residents through enforcing Gettysburg College policies. Guided residents towards a variety of resources on campus academic and recreational. Conducted community meetings and explained college policy. Publicized and promoted different opportunities for career-networking, academic enrichment, and recreation on campus to my residents. Gave feedback on new Sophomore Resources program to Residence Life professional staff. Built a sense of community among residents through building personal relationships.
DAVID WEINER
5 Sandalwood Drive, Clark, NJ 07066 ? ------------ ? ------------
Education:
Instituto Franklin at University of Alcalá de Henares, Alcalá de Henares, Spain
Master of Arts in Bilingual and Multicultural Education, September 2018 - June 2019
4.0 GPA Trabajo Fin de Máster: Course Design - English and Workplace Readiness for Study Tour Model
Weber State University, Online
Graduate Course in Foreign Language Teaching Methods, Fall 2016
Elizabeth Regional Training Center, Elizabeth, NJ
NJ Alternate Route Teacher Preparation Program, January 2015- December 2015
Relay Graduate School of Education, Online
NJ Teacher Pre-Service Training, July 2014
Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Italian Studies, August 2009 - May 2013
Syracuse University in Florence, Florence, Italy
September 2011-December 2011
Skills and Certifications:
Language: Fluent in Italian and Spanish, Elementary Proficiency in Portuguese
Computer: Windows and Mac Proficient, Microsoft Office Proficient, Experience with Symplicity and Peoplesoft Systems, Experience with Social Media, Experience with Moodle and Angel Systems, Experience with SMARTboard.
Certifications: Teacher of Italian and Teacher of English as a Second Language (grades K-12)
Professional Experience:
English Language and Cultural Assistant, Colegio Nuestra Señora de las Nieves, Madrid, Spain. September 2018 - Present.
Instructed classes ranging in level from 1° EPO to 2° Bachillerato (US equivalent grades 1 through 12). Assisted in the assessment of students. Prepared students for Cambridge and Trinity English examinations. Participated in school activities.
Summer Program Teacher of English as a Foreign Language, Moving Langauge Ahead, Mahwah, NJ. Summers 2015- 2018.
Worked to administer and score English proficiency exams for all program participants. Designed and taught highly engaging and interactive lessons to groups of international students in the United States on study trips. Evaluated and documented the growth of each student as well as the areas of needed improvement.
English Language and Cultural Assistant, IES Avempace, Zaragoza, Spain. October 2017- May 2018.
Designed and implemented conversational and cultural activities for students in levels ranging from 1° ESO to Bachillerato and Ciclos (US equivalent grades 9 through adult education). Assisted teachers with classroom management.
Teacher of English as a Second Language & Italian, Watchung Hills Regional High School, Warren, NJ. September 2015-June 2016.
Taught two sections of Italian 1 and one section of three ESL courses: Beginner ESL, Intermediate ESL, and Language Immersion (literature analysis and composition course geared for English Language Learners). Wrote and mapped curriculum for all courses. Created all necessary course worksheets, exercises, and exams. Administered WIDA’s W-APT screener examination to all incoming students and WIDA’s ACCESS 2.0 proficiency assessment to all ESL students. Worked with guidance department and parents to ensure that my students were successfully adjusting to life in their new country and their new school. Designed exciting and pertinent lessons to engage students and ensure academic growth.
Teacher of Italian, Arthur L Johnson High School, Clark, NJ. September 2014 – June 2015.
Taught one section of Italian 1, three sections of Italian 2, and one section of Italian 2 Honors. Planned, designed and implemented lessons that were both engaging and effective, ensuring timely delivery of material in curriculum. Designed cultural lessons and activities for students to spark passion for Italian studies. Utilized formative assessments to ensure that instruction is efficient and successful. Worked both before and after school with students who are struggling to ensure their success. Designed summative assessments to gauge student achievement. Ensured students with special needs were being accommodated and worked with case managers to best serve this important population. Maintained contact with parents regarding student successes as well as struggles. Facilitated Italian Club, along with a colleague, to enrich the academic experience and create awareness of Italian language and culture. Utilized my experience in college admissions and higher education to get students passionate about college and guide those who are beginning or in the midst of the college search process. Planned, recorded, and analyzed instructional progress through state-mandated measures such as SGO’s.
Plainfield Library Literacy Department, Volunteer ESL Teacher, Plainfield, NJ. June 2014 – January 2015.
Taught a class of 9 adult learners. Designed lessons and worked with students to improve grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and reading skills. Planned weekly assignments to ensure regular practice of English outside the classroom. Utilized quizzes to gauge student progress.
The College of Mount Saint Vincent Office of Admissions, Admission Counselor, Riverdale, NY, March 2014- September 2014.
Recruited students by means of email and telephone outreach, as well as in person recruitment at college fairs and school visits. Maintained student information and contact history utilizing Banner and Target X databases. Completed, processed, and reviewed all applications from assigned recruitment territory. Explained financial aid processes, packages, and external funding options to students and families. Spearheaded a project to utilize alumni, family of current students, and friends of the college as a recruitment resource. Facilitate major recruitment events and open houses. Monitored and recorded progress regularly in Excel spreadsheets to ensure target class size was achieved.
Gettysburg College Center for Public Service, Migrant Education Program Tutor, Gettysburg, PA. October 2012 – May 2013.
Tutored migrant adults in an ESL class run by South Central Community Action Programs. Helped students with vocabulary building, pronunciation, and grammar usage.
Gettysburg College Center for Public Service, Work Ready Program Tutor, Gettysburg, PA. October 2012 – May 2013.
Tutored students in the South Central Community Action Programs’ Work Ready Program, which helps welfare recipients better their employment prospects by obtaining their GED. Tutored students in either Math or English.
Gettysburg College Office of Admissions, Tour Guide, Gettysburg, PA. January 2012 – May 2013.
Represented the college by giving tours to prospective students and families. Provided detailed information about Gettysburg College and insight into everyday life of a student. Answered all questions that visitors had and directed them to those people and resources on campus matching their interests. Assisted Office of Admissions with mailings and communications for prospective students.
Fordham University Office of Career Services, Career Services Intern, New York, NY. June 2012 – August 2012.
Developed programming for the coming semester through participation in weekly planning meetings. Shadowed counselors during sessions with students and alumni. Revised student resumes and gave feedback on work experience. Critiqued cover letters. Facilitated career fairs.
Gettysburg College Office of Residence Life, Community Advisor, Gettysburg, PA. August 2010 – May 2011.
Acted as liaison between Residence Life professional staff and the residents. Worked to ensure safety and wellbeing of my residents through enforcing Gettysburg College policies. Guided residents towards a variety of resources on campus academic and recreational. Conducted community meetings and explained college policy. Publicized and promoted different opportunities for career-networking, academic enrichment, and recreation on campus to my residents. Gave feedback on new Sophomore Resources program to Residence Life professional staff. Built a sense of community among residents through building personal relationships.