Tia Teacher
1300 English Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501 • 434-500-0000 • tteacher@liberty.edu
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS PROFILE

More than 500 hours of experience tutoring international students in English

Extensive experience living and traveling in Québec, Canada

Ability to teach and inspire candidates who have distinct cultural backgrounds

Fluent oral and written communication in English and French
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language
Anticipated May 2016
Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA



GPA: 3.7
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite 2013
Relevant Coursework: Methodology and Curriculum in Teaching Modern Languages, Modern Grammar, World
Languages, Linguistic Analysis, and Second Language Acquisition
EXPERIENCE
English Language Intern
January 2015 – May 2015
International Language School of Canada, Montréal, Quebec

Created curriculum appropriate to 25 students’ varying learning styles and personal needs

Engaged students in a trusting atmosphere showing sensitivity to the strengths, weaknesses, and individual
interests of each student

Motivated students by evaluating performance and providing feedback to assess learning
English Language Tutor
August 2013 – December 2014
English Language Institute, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA

Conversed in English with 15 international students to strengthen verbal ability to express language skills

Taught international students how to write papers in English and to use proper grammar

Edited academic assignments to ensure international students were using the English language knowledge
correctly and guided students when assistance was needed
Undergraduate Writing Tutor
November 2012 – May 2013
Writing Center, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA

Provided one-on-one tutoring to 8 undergraduate students, assisting them with written assignments

Developed writing materials for classrooms, while corresponding with faculty to fulfill requests

Created PowerPoint presentations designed to encourage students to seek writing assistance and utilize the
various Writing Center Services
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Conversational English Group Leader
October 2014 – Present
Tree of Life Hispanic Church, Lynchburg, VA
Peer Leader
Student Leadership, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
January 2013 – Present