Maria Teresa Canlas Thompson
Whitianga,WKO
Summary
Dynamic TESOL Teacher at Evakona Education New Zealand, skilled in fostering student engagement and collaboration. Expert in designing lesson plans that enhance language acquisition, while effectively communicating with parents. Proven ability to implement individualized support plans, ensuring diverse learning needs are met and promoting a positive classroom environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
TESOL Teacher
Evakona Education New Zealand
10.2017 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance language acquisition and student participation.
- Assisted in creating a positive learning environment for diverse student groups.
- Implemented interactive activities to promote effective communication skills among learners.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and teaching strategies.
Teacher Aide
Mercury Bay Area School New Zealand
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Assisted teachers in delivering engaging lessons and supporting diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated classroom activities, promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Implemented individualized support plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
Hostel Manager
YHA New Zealand
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Oversaw daily hostel operations, ensuring exceptional guest experience and satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational efficiency and guest services.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in hospitality management and customer service.
- Managed budgeting and financial reporting to optimize resource allocation and reduce costs.
Administrative Clerk
VFW Post 2485
02.2001 - 09.2007
- Processed member applications and maintained accurate records in database systems.
- Coordinated scheduling for events and meetings, ensuring smooth operations.
- Assisted with financial tracking and budgeting for post activities.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment to support daily operations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
AIS New Zealand
Auckland, NZ10-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Tourism And Travel Management
Holy Angel University
Angeles City Pampanga Philippines 201003-1999
Skills
- Teacher collaboration
- Self-assessment
- Speaking practice
- Parent communication
Accomplishments
- Earned a 8 year contract to work in New Zealand teaching ESL to Japanese-speaking students of all ages.
- Developed international and domestic ESL and TEFL curriculum for more than 100+ students.
- Achieved paramount result through effectively English communication helping with teaching English skills.
- Achieved successful NCEA credits for students by introducing English File online textbook for speaking, reading writing tasks.
- Documented and resolved learning difficulties issue which led to understanding students by interviewing students & parents.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved reasonable result by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 20+ in the development of distributing students to New Zealand high schools.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Timeline
TESOL Teacher
Evakona Education New Zealand
10.2017 - Current
Teacher Aide
Mercury Bay Area School New Zealand
03.2017 - 10.2017
Hostel Manager
YHA New Zealand
01.2009 - 02.2016
Administrative Clerk
VFW Post 2485
02.2001 - 09.2007
Associate of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
AIS New Zealand
Associate of Applied Science - Tourism And Travel Management
Holy Angel University