NICOLE JILES
Front Royal,VA
Summary
Versatile and dedicated ESL Teacher with BA in Liberal Studies-Bilingual/Bicultural Education (Spanish) with diverse teaching background. Experienced working with children and adults from wide array of cultural backgrounds to teach language and life skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL TEACHER (Volunteer)
Neigh'tions
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Provided one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Personalized instruction based on needs, interests and capabilities of individual students from more than 5 countries.
DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Emmanuel Faith Community Church
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided strategic leadership for thriving ministry to 300+ children and their families.
- Implemented excellent age-appropriate curriculum and materials for children through grade 6.
- Provided training and ongoing development to staff and volunteers.
- Developed, planned, and executed annual calendar and ministry plan for children and families.
- Partnered with Spanish language ministry to recruit and train bilingual volunteers to support families with limited English skills.
- Evaluated and implemented best child safety policies and practices.
ELEMENTARY COORDINATOR
Emmanuel Faith Community Church
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Recruited, trained and developed teams of volunteers.
- Maintained regular communication with parents and volunteers through weekly emails and other materials.
- Developed and implemented effective and engaging Sunday school program for 200+ children.
- Initiated new programs and volunteer teams to address ministry needs.
- Developed and oversaw growing special needs ministry.
AREA COORDINATOR
Christian Youth Theatre
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided leadership for three annual musical theater productions and weekly performing arts classes with children aged 3-18.
- Maintained close communication between affiliate leadership and local area families through weekly email communication.
- Conducted auditions, parent volunteer training and production team meetings.
Education
Master of Education - English To Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA08.2026
BA - Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish) Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA08.1991
Skills
- Language immersion
- Lesson planning
- Teamwork
- Classroom management
- Leadership
- Strong communication skills
- Tech savvy
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Suite
Timeline
ESL TEACHER (Volunteer)
Neigh'tions
01.2023 - 05.2023
DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Emmanuel Faith Community Church
01.2018 - 01.2022
ELEMENTARY COORDINATOR
Emmanuel Faith Community Church
01.2013 - 01.2018
AREA COORDINATOR
Christian Youth Theatre
01.2011 - 01.2012
Master of Education - English To Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Regent University
BA - Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish) Education
San Diego State University
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