Chablis Applewhite
Medellín
Summary
Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Helper
The Villages Elementary School
Lady Lake, Florida, USA
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Contributed to positive learning environment by addressing individual student needs, promoting equity and inclusion.
- Assisted students in developing effective study habits, promoting academic success and self-sufficiency.
Teacher
ILA Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher
Minh Duc Secondary School
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive classroom environment where all learners felt comfortable and confident.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, tailoring lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning needs and styles.
- Nurtured a love for reading among students by creating an inviting classroom library with diverse literature selections.
- Utilized group and hands-on learning experiences for proficient teacher evaluation score.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Utilized various technology platforms to enhance virtual learning experiences during remote instruction periods, ensuring continued academic progress despite challenging circumstances.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Implemented creative assessment tools to measure student understanding and growth throughout the academic year accurately.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, resulting in increased accountability among students.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Prepared daily lesson plans for activities.
- Supported English language learners with targeted assistance, enhancing their overall comprehension of course content across all subjects.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities into lessons.
- Developed tailored instructional materials for students of varying abilities, ensuring individualized attention and support.
Teacher's Assistant
ELS Language Center
Florida Institute Of Technology, Melbourne, FL USA
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Manager
Steelhead Brewery
Eugene, OR
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed all daily operations of business: training staff, scheduling, ensuring all financial and administrative duties were completed accurately, ensured compliance with operational standards and company policies, maintained professional restaurant image and appearance, estimated beverage costs and controls, multiplied profit
Crew Leader
Habitat for Humanity
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Main leader of crews of skilled and unskilled volunteers on Habitat for Humanity construction sites
- Crew leaders oversee and manage all levels of framing, roofing, installation of materials, and landscaping
- Crew leaders demonstrate valuable leadership skills and practice teaching and coaching others
Manager
Marines Memorial Hotel
San Francisco, CA
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Managed all daily restaurant operations: training staff, ensuring all financial paperwork was completely according to 501c3 regulations and administrative duties were completed accurately, ensured compliance with operational standards and company policies, maintained professional restaurant image and appearance, estimated beverage costs and controls, consistently high customer appreciation
Education
Master of Education -
University of The People
Passadena, CA06-2023
Teaching English As A Foreign Language - TQUK Level 5 Certification (RQF)
International TEFL Academy
Chicago, IL USA05-2019
Masters of Architecture -
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2012
Certificate -
College of Architecture And Urban Planning, Tongji University
Shanghai, China07.2009
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership
- Reading people
- Grammar
- Phonetics
- Lexis
- Reading
- Listening
- Speaking
- Writing
- Visual Aids
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
Additional Work Experience
Crew Leader, Habitat for Humanity, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 2015-2016, Main leader of crews of skilled and unskilled volunteers on construction sites, Oversaw and managed all levels of framing, roofing, installation of materials, and landscaping, Demonstrated valuable leadership skills and practiced teaching and coaching others
Personal Information
- Citizenship: United States of America
- Date of Birth: 03/01/77
- Gender: Female
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Teacher Helper
The Villages Elementary School
08.2021 - 05.2024
Teacher
ILA Vietnam
09.2019 - 05.2021
Sixth Grade Middle School Teacher
Minh Duc Secondary School
08.2019 - 05.2021
Teacher's Assistant
ELS Language Center
01.2019 - 09.2019
Manager
Steelhead Brewery
01.2016 - 12.2018
Crew Leader
Habitat for Humanity
01.2015 - 12.2016
Manager
Marines Memorial Hotel
01.2013 - 12.2015
Master of Education -
University of The People
Teaching English As A Foreign Language - TQUK Level 5 Certification (RQF)
International TEFL Academy
Masters of Architecture -
University of South Florida
Certificate -
College of Architecture And Urban Planning, Tongji University