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Skills
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Training
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Ruth Natasha John

Ruth Natasha John

Zhongli District

Summary

To utilize creativity and experience to design engaging and innovative lessons ensuring students receive a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

EFL Teacher

Green Land International Education Institute
01.2019 - Current
  • Developed and taught EFL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities and engagement
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities
  • Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed
  • Provided material for school newsletter published every semester
  • Organized and developed material for summer and winter camps
  • Organized an email exchange with some Green Land EFL students and a grade 4 elementary class in my Country (SVG)

Graduate Teacher

Emmanuel High School Mesopotamia
01.2008 - 01.2023
  • Teacher of Integrated Science (integration of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Geography)
  • Teacher of Biology
  • Head of the Science and Mathematics Department (responsibilities include checking and guiding teachers with lesson plans and assisting with the curriculum for Junior High Science.)
  • Other duties: Addressing individual pupil problems and providing support as needed
  • Liaising with students and their families to resolve conflicts and problems related to learning and adjustment
  • Assisting students in prioritizing their schedules and preparing for exams, both internal and external

Teacher II

Emmanuel High School Mesopotamia
01.2000 - 01.2008
  • Teacher of Integrated Science

Education

B.Ed - Science Education

University of The West Indies (Jamaica)
01.2008

A Levels (GCE) - Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Paper

Community College
01.2000

Skills

  • Error correction
  • Teaching strategies
  • Interactive learning
  • Online teaching
  • Resource creation
  • Curriculum development
  • Lesson plan development
  • Technology integration

Extracurricular Activities

Toastmasters, Toastmasters is a non-profit international organization that aids in developing communication and leadership skills. Red Cross Volunteer Teacher, Red Cross club at Emmanuel High School Mesopotamia.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading (especially books focusing on self-development as well as improving learning and science teaching)
  • Learning languages
  • Educational technology
  • Playing tennis and pickleball
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Dancing

Training

  • Critical Thinking for Teachers, 07/01/17, An audio professional development program for teachers sponsored by the Inter-American Teacher Training Education Network and the Partnerships Program for Education and Training of the Organization of American States.
  • K-12 Blended and Online Strategies, 12/01/21, An online course sponsored by UNESCO, geared towards training teachers in the use of online education tools, resources, and interactive platforms to effectively engage students through online learning.
  • Restorative Practice Workshop, 01/01/23, A two-day workshop that aimed to expose teachers to alternative dispute resolutions so they can resolve conflicts in their classrooms effectively.

Personal Information

Title: Educator

Timeline

EFL Teacher

Green Land International Education Institute
01.2019 - Current

Graduate Teacher

Emmanuel High School Mesopotamia
01.2008 - 01.2023

Teacher II

Emmanuel High School Mesopotamia
01.2000 - 01.2008

B.Ed - Science Education

University of The West Indies (Jamaica)

A Levels (GCE) - Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Paper

Community College
Ruth Natasha John