Griffin Watson
English Language Instructor
Wien
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
English Language Teacher
LOQUI Sprach- Und Bildungsinstitut
2020 - Current
- Currently overseeing courses for three language schools located in Vienna and administering lessons for their associates (AMS, AGRANA, ETC.)
- Executing comprehensive lesson plans to ensure progression doesn't become stagnant.
- Adapting to students' needs, then preparing lessons to best benefit their education and learning objectives
- Managing large groups ranging from 10 - 20 adults.
- Contributed to continuous improvement of the English Language program by participating in department meetings and curriculum review processes.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, promoting a respectful classroom culture conducive to learning
English Teacher
Studio Językowe, Świat Lingwisty
(Poznań, Poland)
2018 - 2020
- Conceived and administered lessons to corporate clients, one-on-one, and group lessons.
- Using various creative lesson plans to ensure lessons are high energy and effective in captivating students attention.
- Collaboration between teachers on a monthly basis to streamline lesson plans, share creative activities, and accelerate student learning.
- Provided a plethora of materials and resources for students to explore, manipulate and use in their everyday learning activities.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Lafayette Elementary School
(San Francisco, California)
2017 - 2018
- Attended professional meetings and teacher trainer workshops including: First aid/CPR (Certification for infants, youth and adults), Child Abuse Prevention, Trauma 101, Youth Transitions, and Curriculum Building
- Planning/Participating/Overseeing interactive activities to flourish fun social interactions for the children
- Establishing healthy learning environments for a safe and happy school experience.
Education
Enrolment - Bachelor of Arts For Teaching -
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, California 09.2017 - 05.2018
High School Diploma - Carlsbad High School Graduate
Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, CaliforniaSkills
Individualized Learning Development
Public Speaking
Distance Learning
Special Needs Support
Curriculum Development
Testing Administration
Creative Writing
Individualized Learning Development
Certifications
CPR/AED/First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention , Trauma 101, Youth Transitions, Curriculum Building, Managing Diversity (VHS), Gender and Gender Mainstreaming (VHS).
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: American
- Driving License: California State Drivers License
Additional Information
Additional Skills: Adobe Premier, Photoshop, Power Point Presentations, Various Music, Art, Film Production Programs.
Timeline
Enrolment - Bachelor of Arts For Teaching -
City College of San Francisco
09.2017 - 05.2018
English Language Teacher
LOQUI Sprach- Und Bildungsinstitut
2020 - Current
English Teacher
Studio Językowe, Świat Lingwisty
2018 - 2020
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Lafayette Elementary School
2017 - 2018
High School Diploma - Carlsbad High School Graduate
Carlsbad High School