Theresa W.
Private tutor in Calgary, Canada
Education
Hamline University, St. Paul, MN - Masters of Arts in English as a Second Language, 2017 University of Winnipeg, Winnipeg, MB — Bachelor of Education, 2000 During my B.Ed program, I studied Teaching English as a Second Language courses (theory and practicum). I also took Reading Diagnostic and Intervention coursework (theory and practicum).
Experience
15+ years of experience teaching and tutoring English as a Second Language to adults and children. With a background in education and in Teaching English as a Second Language, lessons are designed to meet your specific needs. I have a strong interest in reading and how reading works and teaching children and adults develop reading skills. My recent experience includes work as a Learning Support Specialist with adults at Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association. Here I provided individualized support to adult English Language Learners (ELLs) I assessed learning strengths and needs, developed learning plans and worked with teachers to implement targeted instructional strategies. I have also taught as an ESL instructor at Bow Valley College in Calgary. Classes taught include literacy to CLB 6.
Availability
Weekdays after 4PM
Can Meet
Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge
Hobbies
I enjoy getting out into the great outdoors, cycling, cross-country skiing in winter. My love of travel has taken me around the world. I have lived and taught in Taiwan and Lithuania.
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