BRANDI MUDD
Seoul
Summary
Resourceful English as Second Language Teacher with experience teaching students from a diverse range of cultures and ethnic backgrounds and commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences. Challenges students with rigorous coursework and engages them with exposure to cultural vignettes. Superb communications skills and dedication to students leading to positive results. Over 5 years of classroom experience at elementary and middle school levels, including ESL academy experience in Seoul. Excellent record of achieving reading, writing and speaking functions in student performance within set goal periods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESL Teacher
Lex Kim English
11.2023 - Current
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of public speaking and debate concepts.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
- Promoted critical analysis and interpretation skills through in-depth discussions of literary works.
- Enhanced students' writing abilities through constructive feedback, individual conferences, and structured revision processes.
Secondary Special Education Teacher
LCNCK
08.2021 - Current
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
Primary Special Education Paraeducator
LCNCK
12.2019 - 08.2021
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Increased reading and phonemic fluency at average 10% each 9 weeks
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Avalon English
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating self-made word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Worked with wide range of students from ages of 4-15 years old.
Education
Masters of High Incidence Special Education - Special Education
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS2023
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS2018
High School Diploma -
Republic County High School
Belleville, KS2013
Skills
- Certified ESL Instructor
- Experience Teaching ESL in Seoul
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Interactive Teaching
- Student Evaluation
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self-Motivated
- Written Communication
- Planning and Coordination
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
Certification
- ESL
- CPR
- MANDT
- CITI
References
Ryan Nelson - Coworker at Republic County Junior Senior High
ryannelson182@yahoo.com | (620) 313-0020
Maria Gerecke - Head Teacher at Lex Kim English
msgereckeLKE@gmail.com | (010) 3785-2602
Timeline
ESL Teacher
Lex Kim English
11.2023 - Current
Secondary Special Education Teacher
LCNCK
08.2021 - Current
Primary Special Education Paraeducator
LCNCK
12.2019 - 08.2021
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Avalon English
09.2018 - 09.2019
Masters of High Incidence Special Education - Special Education
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Kansas State University
High School Diploma -
Republic County High School
- ESL
- CPR
- MANDT
- CITI
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