Education
MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Others Languages
Brigham Young University
September 2023-April 2025
Provo, UT, USA
GPA: 4.o
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Coursework:
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Research in TESOL
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TESOL Methods and Materials
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Language Testing
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TESOL Practicum
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Second Language Acquisition
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Grammar, Theory, and Pedagogy
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Curriculum Development
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Reading, Writing, and Vocabulary
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Listening, Speaking, and Pronunciation
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Program Administration
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TESOL Seminar
BS in Elementary Education
Minor in TESOL
Brigham Young University—Idaho
September 2016-December 2022
Rexburg, ID, USA
Magna Cum Laude
GPA: 3.95
ESOL Praxis: 199/200
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Elementary Education Coursework:
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Educational Psychology
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Principles of Teaching and Assessment
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Exceptional Students P-Gr 6
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Technology in the 21st Century Classroom
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Idaho Comprehensive Literacy #1 and #2
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Language Arts Methods
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Fundamentals of Number Theory
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Math Reasoning for Teachers #1 and #2
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Elementary STEM Methods #1 and #2
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ELED Integrated Science
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Geography for Elementary Education
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ELED Social Studies Methods
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History and Civics for ELED
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ELED PE, Art, and Music Methods
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Early Field Practicum
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ELED Literacy Practicum
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Elementary Senior Practicum
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ELED Student Teaching
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TESOL Minor Coursework:
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Culture and Diversity
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Advanced Grammar in Languages
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Fundamentals of TESOL
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TESOL Teaching Methods #1 and #2
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Culture and Diversity Practicum
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TESOL Teaching Practicum
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Work and Volunteer Experience
Elementary School Educator
Foxboro Elementary School, Davis School District
August 2025-Current
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Differentiate 4th-grade instruction to meet the needs of students across a range of reading and math levels and language proficiencies.
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Implement small-group guided reading and math and targeted interventions based on assessment data.
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Provide language scaffolds and visual supports to build English proficiency during content instruction.
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Integrate technology tools to individualize literacy instruction.
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Participate in grade-level PLC (Professional Learning Communities) meetings to analyze data and plan standards-aligned instruction.
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Communicate regularly with families to support reading at home and celebrate student progress.
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Implement consistent behavior management to create a positive learning environment.
Adjunct ESL Instructor
Salt Lake Community College
May 2025-August 2025
Taylorsville, UT
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Taught Intermediate Listening and Speaking, Novice Reading and Writing, Intermediate Pronunciation, Novice Conversation, and an Academic Skills Lab.
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Designed and implemented communicative lessons targeting listening, speaking, reading, writing, and pronunciation skills.
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Adapted instruction for diverse learners from a variety of linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Intensive English Program (IEP) Educator
BYU English Language Center
September 2023-April 2025
Provo, UT, USA
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Taught Intermediate-High Writing, Intermediate-High Listening and Speaking, Novice-High Listening and Speaking, Novice-Low Speaking and Grammar, and Intermediate-Mid Reading
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Developed customized teaching materials for volunteer English educators in Mongolia.
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Mentored undergraduate TESOL student–teachers.
Courses Taught:
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​AB Writing
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AB Listening and Speaking
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FB Listening and Speaking
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FA Speaking and Grammar
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AA Reading
Educational Evaluation Project and Data Analysis Team Member
BYU Pathway
May 2024-June 2024
Lima, Peru
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Conducted a comprehensive program assessment to identify areas for growth.
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Facilitated focus groups and interviews in Spanish to collect participant insights.
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Performed qualitative data analysis to uncover trends and inform recommendations.
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Wrote a detailed evaluative report with strategic recommendations for enhancing English language support within the program.
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Worked in a multicultural, international context to assess educational impact.
TESOL Materials Development Specialist
LifeThought International
April 2024-Ongoing
Remote
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Designed a service-learning curriculum for ESL students in Panama, Romania, and Mali, integrating language learning with real-world community engagement.
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Developed context-specific lesson plans and adaptable materials to accommodate diverse cultural and educational needs.
TESOL Alumni Association Secretary
Brigham Young University
September 2023-Ongoing
Provo, UT
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Planned, advertised, and led a TESOL MA admissions webinar with 25 attendees, providing insights into program requirements, coursework, and career opportunities.
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Facilitated a live Q&A session, offering personalized guidance and clarifications to prospective applicants.
Community English Teacher
Provo Adult Education
January 2024-April 2024
Provo, UT
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Led a team of seven graduate student-teachers in collaborative lesson planning, ensuring effective teaching practices in a shared classroom environment.
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Co-taught a Novice-Low English course for community members, delivering foundational language instruction.
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Conducted needs assessment interviews in Spanish, gathering key insights to tailor language instruction to learner needs.
Curriculum Developer
Cumorah Academy
April 2023-October 2023
Remote
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Designed and developed an online English program curriculum aligned with CEFR standards, ensuring structured and effective language progression.
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Implemented a school-wide learning management system, creating and delivering comprehensive training materials to maximize faculty and student engagement.
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Recruited, trained, and supervised curriculum design interns and employees, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
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Established and managed an on-campus English book club and conversation partner program, promoting language development and cross-cultural exchange.
English Instructor
Cumorah Academy
January 2023-April 2023
Nacaredec, Czechia
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Taught multiple Cambridge proficiency levels (A2, B1, B1+, and C1) in classes of up to 30 students, delivering tailored instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
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Designed and implemented the Leadership Tutors Program, overseeing tutoring initiatives to enhance student support and academic success.
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Administered Cambridge mock exams, including coordinating and conducting speaking interviews to assess student proficiency.
Spanish Dual Immersion Student-Teacher
West Kearns Elementary School
September 2022-December 2022
Kearns, UT
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Planned and delivered 4th-grade lessons in Spanish and English, fostering bilingual development and academic success.
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Implemented language scaffolding techniques such as visual aids, peer support, and language modeling to help ELLs access academic content.
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Fostered a safe and welcoming space for students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, encouraging participation in English.
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Communicated effectively with non-English-speaking parents, providing language support and progress updates in a culturally sensitive manner.
Intensive English Program (IEP) Educator
BYU English Language Center
September 2023-April 2025
Provo, UT, USA
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Taught Intermediate-High Writing, Intermediate-High Listening and Speaking, Novice-High Listening and Speaking, Novice-Low Speaking and Grammar, and Intermediate-Mid Reading
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Developed customized teaching materials for volunteer English educators in Mongolia.
-
Mentored undergraduate TESOL student–teachers.
Courses Taught:
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​AB Writing
-
AB Listening and Speaking
-
FB Listening and Speaking
-
FA Speaking and Grammar
-
AA Reading
Educational Evaluation Project and Data Analysis Team Member
BYU Pathway
May 2024-June 2024
Lima, Peru
-
Conducted a comprehensive program assessment to identify areas for growth.
-
Facilitated focus groups and interviews in Spanish to collect participant insights.
-
Performed qualitative data analysis to uncover trends and inform recommendations.
-
Wrote a detailed evaluative report with strategic recommendations for enhancing English language support within the program.
-
Worked in a multicultural, international context to assess educational impact.
TESOL Materials Development Specialist
LifeThought International
April 2024-Ongoing
Remote
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Designed a service-learning curriculum for ESL students in Panama, Romania, and Mali, integrating language learning with real-world community engagement.
-
Developed context-specific lesson plans and adaptable materials to accommodate diverse cultural and educational needs.
TESOL Alumni Association Secretary
Brigham Young University
September 2023-Ongoing
Provo, UT
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Planned, advertised, and led a TESOL MA admissions webinar with 25 attendees, providing insights into program requirements, coursework, and career opportunities.
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Facilitated a live Q&A session, offering personalized guidance and clarifications to prospective applicants.
Community English Teacher
Provo Adult Education
January 2024-April 2024
Provo, UT
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Led a team of seven graduate student-teachers in collaborative lesson planning, ensuring effective teaching practices in a shared classroom environment.
-
Co-taught a Novice-Low English course for community members, delivering foundational language instruction.
-
Conducted needs assessment interviews in Spanish, gathering key insights to tailor language instruction to learner needs.
Curriculum Developer
Cumorah Academy
April 2023-October 2023
Remote
-
Designed and developed an online English program curriculum aligned with CEFR standards, ensuring structured and effective language progression.
-
Implemented a school-wide learning management system, creating and delivering comprehensive training materials to maximize faculty and student engagement.
-
Recruited, trained, and supervised curriculum design interns and employees, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
-
Established and managed an on-campus English book club and conversation partner program, promoting language development and cross-cultural exchange.
English Instructor
Cumorah Academy
January 2023-April 2023
Nacaredec, Czechia
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Taught multiple Cambridge proficiency levels (A2, B1, B1+, and C1) in classes of up to 30 students, delivering tailored instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
-
Designed and implemented the Leadership Tutors Program, overseeing tutoring initiatives to enhance student support and academic success.
-
Administered Cambridge mock exams, including coordinating and conducting speaking interviews to assess student proficiency.
Spanish Dual Immersion Student-Teacher
West Kearns Elementary School
September 2022-December 2022
Kearns, UT
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Planned and delivered 4th-grade lessons in Spanish and English, fostering bilingual development and academic success.
-
Implemented language scaffolding techniques such as visual aids, peer support, and language modeling to help ELLs access academic content.
-
Fostered a safe and welcoming space for students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, encouraging participation in English.
-
Communicated effectively with non-English-speaking parents, providing language support and progress updates in a culturally sensitive manner.
English Tutor to International Students
BYU—Idaho English Transitional Center
September 2021-July 2022
Rexburg, ID
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Tutored international BYU-Idaho students in ENG 109, 108, 102R, and 99 courses.
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Delivered one-on-one instruction to adult community English language learners, including those with novice-low proficiency.
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Developed and implemented tailored lesson plans to meet the unique needs of each student.
