Terra’s Résumé

I am a certified and experienced English as a Second Language teacher with a passion for linguistics!

EDUCATION

TESL (Teach English as a Second Language in Canada and Abroad)

Hansa College Canada, 2017

 

Certificate Program in Publishing

Toronto Metropolitan University, The Chang School of Continuing Education, 2015

 

Honours Bachelor’s Degree in English and Political Science

University of Toronto, St. Michael’s College, 2014

EXPERIENCE

English Teacher at New Eikaiwa

(May 2021–present)

  • Correct students’ written journal entries, provide feedback, and encourage communication

English Teacher at ECC

February 2018–April 2021

  • Taught adults, adolescents, and children aged 1.5–12 through lectures and games
  • Administered placement and promotion tests to assess learner levels
  • Designed and executed original event lesson plans
  • Reviewed and edited students’ journal entries

English Teacher at Hansa Language Centre

June 2017–January 2018

  • Taught adult and adolescent students through lectures and discussions
  • Prepared teaching materials and lesson plans
  • Guided international students at cultural events

Freelance Proofreader, Editor and Writer

January 2015–April 2018

  • Proofread and edited children’s books for independent authors

Editorial Assistant at Nelson Education Ltd.

April 13–May 29, 2015

  • Checked and provided editorial input on teacher and student resources