Rachel Annis
Shrewsbury
Summary
Accomplished educator skilled in developing impactful lesson plans and engaging classroom activities for diverse learners. Expertise in cross-cultural communication and classroom management fosters a supportive learning atmosphere, empowering students to achieve their language goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online English Teacher
Topia
Daejeon
03.2018 - 10.2021
- Taught engaging fun English lessons to children ages 5-14 in English academy and online
- Designed my own English classroom and teaching materials
- Created motivating incentives and games to excite the students to learn English
Elementary School Teacher
EPIK
Daejeon
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Planned lessons for elementary age students and coordinated with a co-teacher
- Made fun, creative English games and activities to motivate students to practice English
- Organized and taught summer and winter English camps during the school breaks
Private English Language Teacher
Private Business
Cumming
07.2014 - 02.2017
- Planned lessons for different levels of English (basic, intermediate, and advanced)
- Organized group classes for adults from other countries learning English
- Provided one on one tutoring
Hostess and Events Coordinator
Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes
Orlando
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Controlled the flow of a high volume restaurant in order for business to run smoothly and efficiently
- Demonstrated superior customer service skills and resolved the concerns of culturally diverse hotel guests
- Instructed new hires in restaurant procedures in multiple languages, primarily Spanish
- Coordinated large party events which included keeping record of detailed and confidential information
Substitute Elementary School Teacher
PM Wells Charter Academy
Kissimmee
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Taught with varied teaching styles to grades 1st through 8th
- Evaluated student progress towards academic goals and utilized the most effective teaching strategies
- Incorporated classroom management strategies for up to 30 children in each class
Bilingual English Teacher and Interpreter
Esperanza De Vida
05.2012 - 04.2013
- Volunteered as an ESOL Teacher for K-12 grade students
- Lived with a Guatemalan family and adapted to their lifestyle and culture
- Began an English Language Learning Club at a local church
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Southern York YMCA
Shrewsbury
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Instructed swimming lessons, collaborating with experienced instructor to support swimmers' skill development
- Ensured safety for all participants through vigilant monitoring and proactive hazard prevention
- Communicated and enforced regulations and pool rules to foster a respectful and enjoyable environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Spanish Minor
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2012
Skills
- TESL certification
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Student engagement techniques
- Adaptability in teaching
- Online teaching strategies
- Cross-cultural communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Full Professional
Certification
- TESL Certificate
Affiliations
- Mother and caretaker of 2 kids, ages 1 and 2
Timeline
Online English Teacher
Topia
03.2018 - 10.2021
Elementary School Teacher
EPIK
03.2017 - 03.2018
Private English Language Teacher
Private Business
07.2014 - 02.2017
Hostess and Events Coordinator
Ritz Carlton Grande Lakes
07.2014 - 08.2015
Substitute Elementary School Teacher
PM Wells Charter Academy
03.2014 - 05.2014
Bilingual English Teacher and Interpreter
Esperanza De Vida
05.2012 - 04.2013
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Southern York YMCA
01.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Spanish Minor
Liberty University