Jason Hutchings
Native English Instructor
Bupyeong,Incheon
Summary
Adaptable and focused Native English Instructor with demonstrated success in managing organized classrooms, updating records and providing both group and individualized instruction. Proficient in helping advanced, struggling and special needs students enhance learning. Experienced with ESL instruction.
Overview
3
3
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Instructor
CDI Bucheon
Gyeonggi
08.2018 - Current
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and effectively instruct and motivate students.
- Taught ESL to over 250 annual students.
- Created and implemented written and oral assessments.
- Provided clear, informative lectures on Toefl to classes of 15 students.
- Developed classroom guidelines and assignment rules to communicate expectations.
- Initiated new learning methods, promoting total student comprehension while curbing learning time.
- Worked with Faculty Manager to devise and implement support plans to help lower level students excel.
- Increased student participation in tablet programs by effectively facilitating interesting and relevant events.
- Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses.
- Administered exams and speaking and writing assignments to monitor student understanding and progress, implementing systems to fix blocks in comprehension or learning.
- Implemented and optimized new curriculum and day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Assisted adults in professional development by creating and facilitating training on grammar and composition skills for business writing.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, including managing curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
Native English Teacher
Eton English School
Gangneung, Ganwondo
03.2015 - 07.2018
- Created reading lists with materials to promote student comprehension of written English.
- Facilitated learning of English language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean, and safe for all students and visitors.
- Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of all students.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for 70 students.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Built learning and citizenship skills to help with personal growth in addition to increasing academic knowledge.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in school or college education.
- Provided personal guidance for students struggling both in and out of classrooms, maintaining professionalism while helping students feel safe.
Native English Teacher
Kids College Gangneung
Gangneung, Ganwon-do
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Worked with average of 12 students per class.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.
- Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create effective and culturally-sensitive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Assisted department head in establishing daily schedules, curriculum and ESL activities.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover all requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
Native English Teacher
Jacob's English Academy
Gangneung, Gangwon-do
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2008 - 12.2010
Honors Bachelors Degree - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2011 - 03.2012
Skills
Continuing education
Student records management
Classroom management
Curriculum Development
Student counseling
Curriculum design
Testing and grading
Student rapport
Group and individual instruction
Student-centered learning
Classroom technology
Learner assessment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of an Honors Club program for the academy.
Timeline
Head Instructor
CDI Bucheon
08.2018 - Current
Native English Teacher
Eton English School
03.2015 - 07.2018
Native English Teacher
Kids College Gangneung
01.2014 - 02.2015
Native English Teacher
Jacob's English Academy
05.2012 - 07.2013
Honors Bachelors Degree - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
01.2011 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Johannesburg
01.2008 - 12.2010