Adult Literacy Instructor Skills

• Develop lesson plans and individualized academic activities based on student's needs.
• Designed and facilitated literacy and language-based lesson plans for ESL students
• Prepared lesson plans and instructed clients within adopted curriculum.
• Prepared lesson plans for adults while accommodating individual needs.
• Prepared lesson plans regularly using appropriate teaching skills.
• Developed individual lesson plans for sixteen students.
• Develop and/or implement approved lesson plans.
• Prepared lesson plans for classroom instruction, and obtained or prepared instructional material for classroom use.
• Develop lesson plans for instruction to Adult learners who are learning to speak the English language.
• Developed lesson plans and activities for over 75 students ranging from 5 to 13 years old.
• Analyze and produced solutions based on feedback of professors to lesson plans that did not succeed.
• Developed individual lesson plans for five to eight students as well as for small groups.RELATED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Instructed adult literacy high school level mathematics using lesson plans and real life contextual learning experiences.
• Developed lesson plans and teaching materials for use in remediation for reading and writing skills.
• Prepared lesson plans and served as an instructor on survival techniques to teens and adults.
• Developed financial literacy lesson plans, taught subject matter in classroom settings for 20 students.
• Designed lesson plans that accommodated the needs of all learners enrolled in the course.
• Incorporate career exploration, job readiness, and college readiness skills in lesson plans.
• Prepared lesson plans and outlines for effective delivery, which resulted in effective delivery.
• Help adults learn to read, understand program curriculum, and develop lesson plans.

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• Planned and organized yearly Adult Education graduation ceremony for adult detainees and their family members
• Provide basic adult education literacy instruction to program participants.
• Keep up-to-date on adult educational techniques.
• Instructed Adult Education classes in Mathematics, Language Arts, Computer Science, Medical Terminology, First Aid and CPR.
• Enhanced public awareness of Adult Education services as well as to generated referrals through public speaking in the community.
• Prepare and deliver core content area instruction to the adult education population.
• Conducted adult educational assessment, testing, and instruction.
• Co-managed 6 week Adult Education Class.
• Worked collaboratively with Adult Education Instructors providing instructional assistance relative to student needs including Keytrain/WorkKeys instruction.
• Developed a Culinary Arts Bootcamp for career-focused adult education.

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• Maintained classroom management using interactive exercises and cooperative learning techniques to assist students in achieving their educational goals.
• Developed innovative classroom management to assist each student to successfully progress through the planned program of study and achieve goals.
• Demonstrated classroom management of three different classes with a max of 25 students per class.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior, and procedures for best classroom management.
• Attended professional development workshops focused on learning goals and classroom management.
• Attended a variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.

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• Achieved approval by American Safety and Health Institute for CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens and AED training site.
• Learned many wilderness skills such as pitching a tent, hiking, search and rescue, CPR, rock climbing.
• Teach classes including Breastfeeding, Child Care, Siblings, CPR, Grandparents, and Toddler/Infant classes.
• Instruct CPR, SAMA, and Driver's Safety courses for Harris County Hospital District.
• Organized patient visits and activities in conjunction with the Diabetes Clinic.CPR Instructor
• Certified to perform CPR and first aid in an emergency.

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• Attended Reading coordinators and ESL professional development seminars and workshops.
• Presented professional development to teachers and administrators Created and implemented multimedia presentations Created written documents Communicated with professionals
• Planned/facilitated grade-level and interdepartmental meetings and designed/facilitated professional development seminars for school practitioners.
• Provide a framework for teachers to increase their professional development and knowledge assessment of instructional practices available to maximize student learning.
• Created and implemented new curriculum training to be used statewide for professional development for providers and early childhood professionals.
• Document attendance and learner assessments* Regularly administer TABE testing to assess learners' progress* Attend regular professional development events or conferences

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• Research and assess appropriate adult literacy materials to ensure appropriate fit tailored to individual and group adult literacy need.
• Formed liaison with business, education, government and military representatives to promote literacy throughout the local community.
• Work with SPARK literacy staff to implement creative and engaging after-school literacy games/activities for program participants.
• Implemented and Coordinated instructional programs for families in need of literacy or remedial academic services.
• Instructed adult students in defined areas of financial literacy to maximize their independent financial functioning.
• Research and design curriculum for computer literacy courses as a Bilingual Digital Literacy Instructor.
• Assessed children on their current literacy abilities using the Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening assessment.
• Created new marketing brochure to increase awareness of organization and adult literacy resources and instruction
• Promoted adult literacy and collaborated with community businesses and other post-secondary schools.
• Create contextualized literacy curricula designed to maximize job preparedness for participants.
• Worked individually with students in educational achievement and literacy level.
• Provided instruction in financial literacy college preparation, and transition.
• Presented literacy lessons to adults via live interactive satellite broadcast.
• Provide family literacy instruction on-site for qualifying adult students.
• Support children's development with supplementary activities for literacy.
• Trained faculty on research-based educational methods for literacy instruction.
• Coordinate instructional plans with Early Childhood Family Literacy Instructors.
• Collaborated with peers to develop a comprehensive literacy program.
• Advised 8 classroom assistants on providing literacy instruction.
• Aided in development of Family Literacy Program newsletters.

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• Tutored students one-on-one in specific subject areas to ensure their successful graduation.
• Tutored/instructed all subject areas in preparation for the General Education Development Test.
• Instruct and facilitate classes in a correctional setting in all subject areas.
• Developed, organized, and coordinated a training plan that encouraged success in all subject areas for seventeen students.
• Teach all subject areas for students who are obtaining high school diplomas via online learning.
• Formulated learning policies, programs, schedules and course work in various subject areas.

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• Worked cooperatively with the schools Talent Development instructor to provide students with higher level thinking mathematics instruction.
• Explained course-specific content help for students who needed tutoring assistance in introductory mathematics courses.
• Teach mathematics and reading to adults in a weatherization program Teach mathematics for culinary classes
• Collaborate with colleagues to design a mathematics curriculum map.
• Conducted group/individual mathematics and science activities.
• Assist adult learners in completing mathematics in preparation for General Education Diploma testing.

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• Worked with students individually and in small groups with at risk reading levels.
• Guided students with multi levels of reading, in small groups and one-on one instruction.
• Structure and implement intensive, systematic instruction in small groups to students who score below the benchmark on universal screening.
• Assisted students in small groups to improve their writing of narrative, speculative, explanatory, and expository open-ended responses.
• Engage students through humor and activities designed for maximum interaction in large and small groups.
• Work individually and in small groups with children who are not meeting state standards in math and/or reading.

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• Instruct adult learners in technology and preparing them for International Computers Drivers License certifications test.
• Develop a forensic curriculum geared towards adult learners.
• Teach alternative-diploma courses for adult learners and ELL students
• Administer and assess TABE Assessment to provide a solid foundation for effectively assessing the skills and knowledge of adult learners.
• Work one on one with adult learners in the County with basic reading skills.
• Provide student-centered instruction for adult learners in reading, writing, and spelling.
• Provide direct reading instruction using the Wilson Reading System to WLC adult learners.
• Prepare advance level adult learners to complete and pass the new TASC HS Exam
• Challenge adult learners using current and complex text in core content areas.
• Teach designated course to adult learners at their homes or public setting.
• Developed instructional program using NYS Standards for Adult Learners & ESOL.
• Provide instruction in ESL/ELL to adult learners in a post-secondary setting.

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• Planned curricula, developed syllabi, certificates/proposals for the Garden State Pathways to Independence for Students with Intellectual Disabilities Project

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• Instructed adults in math, reading, writing, science, social studies in preparation for GED.
• Instructed all areas of the GED exam (Science, Social Studies, Reading, Math & Writing).
• Utilized reading comprehension strategies in social studies
• Instructed Adult Learners in Social Studies and Basic Mathematics at the Transitional level in preparation for the GED exam.
• Provided educational assistance to at-risk students in the area of Mathematics, Science, English, and Social Studies.
• Prepared materials and classroom for student activities in Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

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• Appointed to co-chair the ESL Division of the Pennsylvania Association for Adult Continuing Education (PAACE).
• Provide ESL instruction in small group and whole group experiences to Adult English Language Learners
• Conducted Beginning-Intermediate ESL and Civic classes for new immigrants ages 18+.
• Prepared and taught integrated lessons in all aspects of ESL.
• Hired to teach adult ESL students at Black Hawk College.
• Provide low-intermediate through advanced level ESL instruction to young adults.
• Write Curriculum for zero level ESL students.
• Mount Vernon, WA Initially volunteered as an instructor in ESL (English as a Second Language).
• Provided instruction in beginning reading skills, GED preparation, ESL, and computerskills to UGA employees.
• Instructed Advanced (Post-GED) ESL learners.Conducted Reading and Writing Workshops, along with Computer Skills Training.
• Assisted in the teaching of an ESL course Assisted in the teaching of a GED course
• Instructed multi-level ESL, GED andTaught in traditional classroom, home and migrant camp settings.

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• Adopt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, abilities, and interests.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student s diverse needs and Missouri Content Standards.
• Organized classes, lead workshops and demonstrated proven instructional strategies to work and develop struggling readers.
• Developed instructional materials to provide individualized, personalized and differentiated instruction to diverse adult student populations in instructor led classroom.
• Provided instructional materials and resources to teachers, conducted professional development, and scheduled district-mandated testing.
• Developed instructional materials and adapted an assigned text according to student needs and educational goals.

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• Co-Directed School Leadership Team as the special education pedagogical expertise role.
• Grade level chair, responsible for supporting a team of 14 regular education and 6 special education teachers.
• Served as school ELL and Special Education Liaison actively supporting both populations.
• Requested for long-term, permanent substitute assignments focusing on either secondary math and science instruction, and secondary special education.
• Collaborated with special education and classroom teachers in an inclusion and pullout instructional setting.
• Provided learning modifications given by the special education teacher and the general education teacher.

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• Employed hands-on activities and interactive techniques to encourage student learning and build a community within the classroom.
• Assessed student learning process and recommend more effective study procedures.
• Used instructional methodologies resulting in delivery of highly customized student learning to meet individual student learning styles.
• Earned positive verbal/written feedback from Physicians and Caregivers regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
• Coordinated numerous educational, recreational, and cultural field trips to enhance student learning and development.
• Prepared lessons that reflected accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

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• Communicated with a diverse population of students, from every socioeconomic level, and educational level
• Collaborated with other teachers to meet the needs of this diverse population of students.
• Worked to adapt lessons and activities to meet the needs of a diverse population of students.

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• Prepared classroom materials for class activities Review instructional content and methods Provided information, guidance and preparation to perform outside of classroom
• Proofread student essays and class assignments for accuracy in content, style, and grammar.
• Provide homework and in-class assignments to help students practice and understand the material.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Provided individual and group class activities.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

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• Conducted regular assessments and adapted instruction to meet individual needs of unit residents.
• Tutored adult students according to individual needs.
• Determined curriculum based on individual needs.
• Provided specific lessons to students depending on individual needs.
• Selected and/or developed a variety of teaching techniques and approaches in presenting material to meet individual needs.
• Collaborate with other instructors to develop and implement individual education plans to meet the individual needs of each student.

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• Administered the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) to assess students' educationallevel.
• Designed, implemented and assessed curriculum for adult basic education learners in a self-directed teaching position.
• Maintain and update a library of educational material in adult basic education.
• Utilized approved Adult Basic Education and GED curricula and provided an innovative learning environment.
• Developed a curriculum that integrated technology, adult basic education, and workplace skills.
• Work collaboratively with Adult Basic Education Instructors in the fulfillment of assigned curriculum.

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• Maintain linkages with community resources and generic service providers.
• Develop and maintain a working relationship with local social service organizations, other community resources, and government agencies.

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• Maintained communication with service coordinators on daily basis regarding client issues or concerns.
• Enabled students to develop sound critical thinking, reading, writing, and communication skills before entering the workforce.
• Implemented activities that were designed to emphasize communication, social skills, and emotional health.
• Used a variety of teaching and grouping strategies to encourage communication.
• Help students improve critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Developed and taught curriculum for independent living for adults in a day program Taught self-advocacy and communication skills

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• Generate curriculum for Beginner-Literacy to Intermediate-Level Adult ELL Courses.
• Created and delivered reading lessons specific to different learning needs such as ELL, struggling readers and learning disabled.
• Worked with immigrant students and ELL population.
• Provided English-language tutoring to ELL students.
• Provided ELL services as needed and utilized a variety of instructional strategies.
• Teach the ELL class for adults in the evening.

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• Developed individual learning plans; supervised teacher's aide, maintained student records, managed classroom.
• Managed pertinent student records for state, local, and federal officials.
• Completed and maintained student records and documentation which included student achievement records, performance observations, and measures of proficiency.
• Recognized offenders who completed educational program guidelines with approved certificates and maintained student records.
• Utilized training management system database to manage student records.
• Maintain accurate student records and regularly evaluate student and departmental needs and progression.

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• Provided community adult education courses in Microsoft office and basic computer navigation.
• Instructed students with 4th-6th grade reading levels in basic reading and writing skills - Conducted basic computer skills and job research courses
• Assist students with basic computer needs to access information pertaining to GED testing.
• Educated students on basic computers - components, operating system, and Microsoft applications.
• Integrated technology in the classroom for basic computer skills and work skills.
• Instructed learners on creating resumes, and assisted with online job searches using basic computer skills

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• Introduced students to Internet, Web quests, PowerPoint and Email.
• Generated research topics for students to conduct individual web searches to developcomputer familiarity and internet skills.
• Instruct adults in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Instruct adults in Internet and Email use.
• Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.
• Incorporated technology into training using video and internet.
• Researched educational resources on the Internet and assisted with information retrieval.

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• Maintain control at all times while in the classroom and handle classroom issues through conflict resolution.

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• Administered TABE to applicants to identify their grade level and to develop their individual educational plans upon enrollment.
• Developed and adjusted curriculum to accommodate individual needs and varying grade levels.
• Communicated effectively with educators from various grade levels.
• Increased students' reading scores one to three grade levels through direct, sequential Orton-Gillingham, among others, based instruction.
• Facilitate the alignment of reading, writing, speaking, and listening components across classrooms, grade levels, and teachers.
• Utilized data driven instruction, DIBELS, and progress monitoring to move students to on or above grade level reading proficiency.

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• Established positive community relationships through quarterly dance performances to raise interest in funding arts programs in public schools.
• Recruited students from Chicago Public Schools to participate in the program.
• Serve as liaison to Chicago Public Schools.
• Enforce all Milwaukee Public Schools and Milwaukee Recreation policies and rules.
• School Webmaster: Creation and regular maintenance of JW Lilley School official website for Gloucester Township Public Schools.
• Developed and delivered adult education courses for Dearborn Public Schools as a part-time contractor.

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• Motivate and nurture adults as they prepare for life skills, continuance of educational goals and GED preparation.
• Assisted adult students in learning and achieving educational goals.
• Develop strategies to motivate and encourage consumers to maintain attendance and achieve their educational goals.
• Implement designated adult education curriculum to foster the acquisition of educational goals for students.
• Helped inmates establish educational goals and motivate inmates to further their education.
• Prepared individual educational goals/plans to ensure student success.

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• Conduct student assessments and develop assessment tools.

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• Developed and taught an ABE skills program for students with developmental disabilities over the age of 26 in a residential setting.
• Instructed adult students in group and individual sessions for ABE, Pre-GED, and GED preparation.
• Facilitated classroom instruction in math, reading, writing, and ESL for ABE learners of all levels.
• Developed curriculum for Adult Basic Education (ABE) courses incorporating technology.
• Developed curriculum and taught PC, GED and ABE adult education classes.
• Educated students in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and General Education Development (GED).

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• Developed a curriculum for an 8-hour course for Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Developed PowerPoint presentations in all course work to better enhance teaching experience and individualize instructions for students.
• Designed PowerPoint presentations and learning aids to enhance student comprehension.
• Employed available instructional technology including Internet and PowerPoint.
• Developed a PowerPoint presentation and handouts on nutrition and exercise to present and educate agency relations and their clients.
• Have experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.

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• Prepare learning activities Teach basic beginning English Keep attendance records Interact with students
• Maintained student attendance records along with further performance analysis and documentation.
• Submitted attendance records and mid-term/final grades report to administration.
• Documented yearly assessments and kept attendance records.
• Prepared and submitted lessons, attendance records, students contact logs for classes and administered assessments to students as necessary.
• Maintain current records on all students, including accurate attendance records.

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• Organized direct instruction methods to help adult inmates learn how to read.
• Direct instruction along with Plato in order to assist students with credit recovery.
• Teach identified children through use of Direct Instruction program.

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• Developed curriculum for English, Civics and Parenting instruction.
• Conduct multi-level Adult English language and Civics classes at Oakland International High School.

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• Collaborate with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and students engagement.
• Collaborated closely with other staff members to plan activities centered on academic enrichment and social interaction for students attending the program.
• Collaborate with staff members and instructors to assess program and workshop effectiveness to further develop and improve enriched learning environment.
• Collaborate with other staff members to create meaningful community learning opportunities and community-based partnerships
• Provide functional direction to part-time staff and assist in mentoring new part-time staff members.
• Helped train new staff members in the outdoor education material and instructional methods.

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• Conducted student assessments and testing, educational/vocational goal setting and options counseling.
• Lead and advised adult classes in life skills such as goal setting, budget planning, and time management.
• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Help our students develop plans and goal setting.
• Participated in annual business plan development, to include SMART goal setting.
• Coached students individually on goal setting, problem solving, and accessing resources necessary to achieve objectives.

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• Developed curricula and taught structured classes in Beginning Computer, DOS and Windows operating systems.
• Instruct General Motors employees in Windows, Word, Excel and Access
• Instructed courses on Office Management, Introduction to Windows, Keyboarding I and Keyboarding II
• Instructed Microsoft 2002 Windows Office Programs classes.
• Supported Windows computer lab, as well as other computer teachers at Poway Adult School.
• Provided beginner and advanced courses to the general public on Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, and other Windows programs.

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• Program provides reinforcement via learning modalities and ensures retention within surrounding urban communities serving at-risk youth in faith-based settings.
• Developed individualized self-pace programs for business/computer courses and GED preparation, taught at-risk youth business education courses and GED preparation.
• Provide educational opportunities for at-risk youth.
• Assisted in all aspects of operation, maintenance, administration and academia for at-risk youth
• Assisted with program recruitment and determined eligibility as per WIA regulations for at-risk youth ages 16-21.
• Prepare adults and at-risk youths for High School/GED and secondary education.

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• Use real life scenarios as well as basic principles of financial management to ensure easily digestible and retainable information.
• Facilitated budgeting, financial management, and GED basic skills preparation classes.

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