Akanksha Malhotra
AUCKLAND
Summary
Certified ESL teacher with more than a decade of experience equipping adults and children to function confidently in the English-speaking world. A creative and flexible teacher focused on adapting curriculum and methods to students' needs, including online and in-person instruction. I am passionate about teaching students with any native language and any starting level of proficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
New Zealand Language Centre
, Auckland, CBD
07.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans for ESL students from elementary to intermediate levels to help them improve their English language skills.
- Conducted assessments of ESL students' abilities and needs in order to tailor instruction accordingly.
- Provided individualized support to ESL learners in order to meet their specific learning objectives.
- Adapted teaching methods, materials, and curriculum in response to student feedback and assessment results.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop strategies to promote language development among ESL learners.
- Organized small group activities designed to foster communication between ESL students.
- Encouraged the use of English as a primary language during class time through interactive activities and games.
- Instructed students on grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and other aspects of the English language.
- Utilized various audio-visual aids such as video clips, recordings, slideshows during lessons in order to engage learners.
- Researched new resources such as books or online tools that could be used effectively within the classroom setting.
- Implemented innovative approaches like role playing scenarios or simulations into lesson plans as appropriate.
- Created an inclusive environment for all ESL learners by respecting cultural differences within the classroom setting.
- Created opportunities for adult students to actively engage with one another in small and large group interactive learning sessions.
Childcare Educator
Young World Childcare
, Auckland
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided educational and developmental activities for children aged 0–5 years old in accordance with Te-Whariki (New Zealand curriculum) standards.
- Organized and implemented age-appropriate activities to stimulate the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of the children.
- Assisted in developing and implementing daily routines such as snack time, outdoor playtime, and nap time.
- Maintained a safe environment for all children under care by adhering to safety regulations.
- Observed child behavior to assess their needs and plan activities accordingly.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices among the children, including hand washing before meals.
- Read stories aloud to the kids both individually and collectively during story time sessions.
English teacher
Kindle Kids International School
Singapore
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Used and interpreted standardized ability and achievement tests to determine students' strengths and weaknesses
- Incorporated progressive teaching methods to instruct a class of 25 students, which resulted in an improvement in standardized tests
- Performed assessments of student achievement, behavior and social interaction and developed strategies for children who were struggling and falling behind
- Provided students with detailed instructions for reading and homework assignments
- Collaborated with same-subject teachers to construct educational frameworks and support for students
- Created lesson plans that combined discipline with other measures to increase students' ability to concentrate and participate in class to make students accountable for their own progress
- Created and employed engaging media learning materials in order to increase student understanding of course information and provide opportunities for interaction
- Tested and evaluated students on their comprehension of lesson material
- Utilized positive behavior techniques and PBIS methods of discipline to maintain student-teacher respect throughout the school
- Discussed problems with students and offered a special hand to assist students who needed extra help.
Relief English Language Teacher
Tzu Chi- Great Love Preschool
Singapore
04.2019 - 06.2019
- Worked as a relief English teacher to the Chinese young learners
- Providing a safe and stimulating environment that facilitates learning, organizing and supervising play and work activities liaising with parents and carers.
English Instructor
Macmillan and British Council
New Delhi
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Selected for a national project known as 'Delhi English Project' which was in collaboration with prestigious institutions like British Council and Macmillan where Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi, initiated to provide free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education for the children of Government schools, to promote opportunities for their upward social mobility and social inclusion
- Guided students to improve their English-speaking proficiency and communicative competence by incorporating progressive teaching methods to instruct a class of 30 students, which resulted in an improvement in standardized test scores from B1 to C1 over the course of 30 days
- Carried out the lesson plans successfully that were designed by Macmillan and Brish Council, India.
English Teacher
DPS (Delhi Public School)
Agra
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Create lesson plans that cover all subjects on a daily basis
- Incorporate learning into all activities even playtime
- Plan field trips and in-class pares or activities that combine fun and entertainment with educational experiences
- Provide lesson plans to the office in case of absence and to correlate with other Primary Teachers
- Maintain a tidy and organized classroom
- Meet with parents on a regular basis to report on a child's learning abilities, greatest strengths and areas in which he may need extra help.
Primary Teacher
St. Patrick's Junior College (Convent of Jesus and Mary)
Agra
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Provided learners with supported opportunities to expand their proficiency through challenging language tasks related to reading, writing, listening and speaking
- Provided classroom objectives and requirements for consistent learning that the students could understand and follow
- Introduced technology in the classroom to encourage student engagement and enrich instruction.
Primary Teacher
St. Clare's Senior Secondary School
Agra
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Handled daily classroom set up observing students' behavior and progress
- Developed weekly lesson plans in accordance with the school curriculum
- Collaborated with other subject teachers to monitor the weaknesses and strengths of each student
- Communicated with parents to ensure proper guidance at home
- Recorded and computed grades of students according to their academic performance.
Education
Masters in Early Childhood Education - Education
New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)
Auckland, NZCELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to the Adults/Speakers of Other Languages) -
Cambridge University
2018
How to teach English Online -
Udemy (online Certification)
2020
ENGLISH IN EARLY CHILDHOOD -
British Council (online Certification)
2019
LEARNING TO TEACH ONLINE -
University of New South Wales (online)
M.Com (Master of Commerce) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, India
2015
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
2014
B.Com (Bachelor of Education) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
2012
High School -
St. Anthony's Junior College(Convent of Jesus And Mary)
2009
Skills
- Excellent communication
- Curriculum Development
- Interactive Teaching
- Kind and Compassionate
- Cultural Sensitivity
- TEFL
- Enthusiastic and passionate
- Classroom Management
- Fluent in English and Hindi
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi
References
- Ms. Rajni Parasher (Principal), Kindle Kids International School,
rajni.parasher@kindlekids.sg
+6582229457
- Mr. Avinash Govindarajan (Head teacher), British Council,
avinash.govindarajan@brishcouncil.org,
+919971967921
- Ms. Nisha Ravi (Collegue), Kindle Kids International School,
nisharavi.work@gmail.com,
+6581833849
Timeline
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
New Zealand Language Centre
07.2023 - Current
Childcare Educator
Young World Childcare
02.2023 - 06.2023
English teacher
Kindle Kids International School
07.2019 - 11.2020
Relief English Language Teacher
Tzu Chi- Great Love Preschool
04.2019 - 06.2019
English Instructor
Macmillan and British Council
05.2018 - 06.2018
English Teacher
DPS (Delhi Public School)
06.2015 - 07.2016
Primary Teacher
St. Patrick's Junior College (Convent of Jesus and Mary)
05.2014 - 04.2015
Primary Teacher
St. Clare's Senior Secondary School
07.2012 - 05.2013
Masters in Early Childhood Education - Education
New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)
CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to the Adults/Speakers of Other Languages) -
Cambridge University
How to teach English Online -
Udemy (online Certification)
ENGLISH IN EARLY CHILDHOOD -
British Council (online Certification)
LEARNING TO TEACH ONLINE -
University of New South Wales (online)
M.Com (Master of Commerce) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, India
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
B.Com (Bachelor of Education) -
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
High School -
St. Anthony's Junior College(Convent of Jesus And Mary)