MONIKA PEPPER
Al Ain
Summary
Accomplished teacher with extensive experience in developing curriculum for English language classes and IELTS courses. Exceptional background in designing meaningful and effective coursework that engages students and expedites learning.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
English Faculty (Adjunct)
CERT (Center of Excellence for Applied Research and Training,
Al Ain
2018.11 - Current
- Delivered effective training programs related to English, Business English and Employability Skills to over 300 of candidates for National Training Program (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization -MOHRE) and Train for Work Program (Mubadala, Hassantuk, Abu Dhabi Holdings)
- Improved quality of existing programs and provided effective instruction ensuring effective content coverage.
- Demonstrated ability to function as team player within multicultural work environment.
English Faculty and Team Leader
Higher Colleges Of Technology
Al Ain
2011.09 - 2016.07
- Successfully implemented Foundations and Aviation English curricula to 6 cohorts of Emirati military cadets and trainees.
- Developed and delivered interesting educational activities to maximize learning in IELTS and English Foundation courses within student-centered learning environment that fosters respect for students, their culture, and traditions.
- Managed curriculum and course development for General English and IELTS course programs.
- Served needs of 5 members of Advanced Level Team by providing leadership, guidance, professional development sessions and teaching materials.
- Maintained clear and quantifiable standard for all course assessments and contributed assessment items for both formal and informal assessments.
- Overseen IELTS and CEPA exam administration, collecting, tracking and preserving student data and documentation.
ESL Teacher Advisor
GemsSIP
Al Ref''ah Girls School
2009.10 - 2011.07
- Delivered ESL and IELTS preparatory program to over 20 teachers and 4 members of senior management team seeking second language acquisition as key component of ADEC school reform program.
- Established appropriate, tailored programs to effectively support development of language skills, maximize learning experience in classroom and accelerate adult learners' second language acquisition.
- Provided support and training for LRC faculty in developing teaching and learning environment, resources, and strategies.
Teacher, Head of Department
Heretaunga College
Upper Hutt
2003.03 - 2008.01
- Developed and implemented differentiated, outcome-based curriculum tailored to needs of 6 cohorts of students.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games, activities and modern technology.
- Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline learning and teaching processes.
- Served needs of 4 department employees over 3 years and provided them with leadership, professional assistance, advice and regular feedback.
- Promoted best practice among Social Studies department teachers with specific advice on effective pedagogy tools and assessment techniques appropriate for ESL students.
- Developed and implemented differentiated, outcome-based curriculum tailored to needs of students.
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective teaching behaviors through coaching and recognition.
- Prepared detailed reports for management to clarify existing trends, review outcomes and KPIs and provide feedback on students' progress.
Education
Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) - ESL, Social Studies, French
01.2005
M.D. - Linguistics, Pedagogy and Publishing
09.1999
Skills
- Teaching languages with particular interest and passion for teaching English as additional language.
- Designing and implementing student outcome-based curriculum tailored to needs of diverse and multicultural students.
- Managing and developing curriculum for IELTS course programs.
- Providing effective instruction in student-centered environment and supporting 'learning by doing' philosophy.
- Preparing attractive and engaging course materials that support second language acquisition.
- Using modern technology, LRC and ICT to maximize students' learning experience.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Polish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
English Faculty (Adjunct) - CERT (Center of Excellence for Applied Research and Training,
2018.11 - Current
English Faculty and Team Leader - Higher Colleges Of Technology
2011.09 - 2016.07
ESL Teacher Advisor - GemsSIP
2009.10 - 2011.07
Teacher, Head of Department - Heretaunga College
2003.03 - 2008.01
Victoria University - Diploma of Teaching (Secondary), ESL, Social Studies, French
Nicholas Copernicus University - M.D., Linguistics, Pedagogy and Publishing
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