James Dean

Dedicated, CELTA-certified ESL Teacher with over 6 years of experience delivering highly effective instruction to adult international students. Specializes in communicative teaching methods and Business English. Proven track record of managing dynamic group classes (up to 15 students), tracking student progress through weekly assessments, and leading practical language-immersion excursions throughout New York City.

Seeking to leverage expertise at Rennert to empower students in their language acquisition journey.

Lead ESL Instructor - Global English Institute - New York, NY

(2021-08)

• Teach immersive ESL and Business English classes for diverse groups of up to 15 adult international students, adhering to standardized syllabi while incorporating communicative methodologies.
• Assess students through weekly progress reports and daily attendance tracking to ensure consistent academic advancement.
• Design and teach specialized afternoon speaking workshops and 1-on-1 private lessons focused on Business English and professional communication.
• Coordinate and guide students on regular practical excursions around Manhattan to apply conversational skills in real-world scenarios.

Adult ESL Educator - Metro Adult Learning Center - New York, NY

(2018-06 - 2021-07)

• Delivered daily English instruction to adult learners utilizing a provided textbook, focusing on grammar, speaking, and listening comprehension.
• Implemented communicative teaching methods that increased student engagement and speaking confidence by 40%.
• Collaborated on special projects to revise placement tests and update afternoon workshop materials.

CELTA - Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages - Teaching House (2018 - 2018)

Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature - New York University (NYU) (2014)