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RASHID B SANOGO

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Experienced multilingual English instructor specializing in teaching ESL to adults with over 5 years of expertise. Dual bachelor’s degrees in English and English Language Teaching, along with certification as an English-French translator and interpreter. Skilled in curriculum design, language assessment, and cross-cultural communication. Dedicated to educational development and fostering mutual understanding through global service.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6046
6046
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Employment Readiness Program

Nationalities Service Center
Philadelphia, PA
06.2023 - Current
  • Delivered ESL instruction to diverse adult learners, including refugees and immigrants.
  • Assessed English proficiency levels and developed personalized learning plans.
  • Provided feedback through quizzes, assignments, and structured assessments.
  • Created and led role-play simulations for workplace and social settings.
  • Supported cross-cultural integration and encouraged language immersion.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Certified Translator & Interpreter (English ↔ French)

Freelance
Philadelphia, PA
01.2020 - Current
  • Provided real-time interpretation and translation for medical, legal, and social service settings.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex documents and communications in English and French.
  • Ensured accuracy, neutrality, and cultural sensitivity during multilingual engagements.
  • Increased company visibility within the industry by contributing insightful articles on translation best practices to relevant publications.
  • Assisted in developing training programs for junior translators enhancing their skills set contributing to overall team performance improvement.
  • Provided culturally sensitive translations that maintained the original intent while adapting to the target audience''s cultural context.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale translation projects within tight deadlines.
  • Identified potential challenges during projects early stages allowing timely adjustments ensuring delivery remained on schedule.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
  • Translated other language books into English.
  • Translated website content from other languages to English.
  • Assisted with translation of foreign language television and radio programs.

Support Teacher

School District of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Supported lead teachers in classroom instruction and student supervision.
  • Assisted with lesson preparation, grading, and classroom organization.
  • Provided one-on-one or small-group support to students with varied learning needs.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
  • Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Organized extracurricular events such as field trips and guest speakers to provide enriching experiences beyond the standard curriculum.
  • Contributed to increased standardized test scores through focused test preparation lessons and targeted review sessions.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management strategies and effective teaching methods.
  • Supported struggling students by offering after-school tutoring sessions and additional resources for success.
  • Implemented various instructional strategies including project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and authentic assessment methods to engage all learners effectively.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary units that connected multiple subjects, enhancing overall student understanding.

Teacher of English as a Second Language

Municipal High School, San Pedro
San Pedro, Ivory Coast
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Delivered ESL instruction to diverse adult learners.
  • Assessed English proficiency levels and developed personalized learning plans.
  • Provided feedback through quizzes, assignments, and structured assessments.
  • Created and led role-play simulations for workplace and social settings.
  • Supported cross-cultural integration and encouraged language immersion.
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Created advanced job placement training focusing on promotions, career changes and career advancement.
  • Managed several internet-based language programs.
  • Demonstrated principles of subject material and advanced methods to students.
  • Balanced instruction, demonstration and personal work time for optimal student learning.
  • Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by adult learners.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
  • Reviewed course materials and student progress to identify strengths and weaknesses for future improvements.
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
  • Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
  • Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
  • Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
  • Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
  • Provided individual mentoring and special tutoring to struggling students.
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
  • Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.

Education

MPH (Master of Public Health) - Public Health

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA
12.2023

Certified English French Translator -

Global Translation Institute
Woodstock, GA
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Cocody
Abidjan
06.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

École Normale Supérieure (ENS)
Cocody
06.2009

Skills

  • Curriculum Design

  • Lesson Planning

  • English Proficiency Assessment

  • Virtual Teaching

  • Online Collaboration

  • Cross-Cultural Communication

Certification

ATA Member, American Translators Association

Additional Information

Experienced in remote work and virtual education platforms., Committed to the Peace Corps’ mission of cultural exchange and community service., Available to engage online between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Madagascar time.

Relevant Experience For Vsp Engagement

  • Co-assessed English language skills and needs of diverse adult learners.
  • Designed and implemented customized lesson plans aligned with learner goals.
  • Facilitated interactive English classes twice weekly in both virtual and in-person settings.
  • Provided regular, personalized feedback through assessments and real-world exercises.
  • Adapted teaching strategies based on learner progress and feedback.
  • Demonstrated flexibility, independence, and high cultural sensitivity in diverse learning environments.

Timeline

Employment Readiness Program

Nationalities Service Center
06.2023 - Current

Certified Translator & Interpreter (English ↔ French)

Freelance
01.2020 - Current

Support Teacher

School District of Philadelphia
01.2013 - 01.2016

Teacher of English as a Second Language

Municipal High School, San Pedro
01.2006 - 01.2010

MPH (Master of Public Health) - Public Health

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Certified English French Translator -

Global Translation Institute

Bachelor of Arts - English

University of Cocody

Bachelor of Arts - English Language Teaching

École Normale Supérieure (ENS)

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