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Shana Jones

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10:32 PM (GMT-04:00)
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English
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1 726
class
English
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75
time
1 726

Speaks

English
Native
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French
B1
,
Spanish
B1

About Me

Hello everyone! My name is Shana and I am excited to help you learn English! I have a TESOL certificate and some experience teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners in the classroom as well as one-on-one tutoring. As a language student of French and Spanish myself, I know how difficult learning a new language can be and believe that the lessons should be personalized for each student. So, we will progress at your pace, covering the areas important to you in the way most effective for you. Our lessons will be fun but practical: there will be speaking, reading, writing and listening exercises about everyday situations so you can start talking right away! I am patient and flexible and will work with you until you get it! If you are a pilot or air traffic controller studying for the language proficiency exam, contact me! I’ve been a commercial pilot for 12 years and can help you with all the technical vocabulary you need to succeed. So get your dictionary and let’s start learning!
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My trial lessons

In the trial lesson, I'll give you 4 points about how I conduct my lessons and then I'll invite you to tell me about yourself, your goals, your interests, your challenges with English, etc. while I take notes.

I will take notes in order to identify the areas we will need to work on. We will review your mistakes and at the end, I'll have a simple speaking assignment for you to complete for the next lesson.
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Teacher Stats

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timetable7 years ago
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class1 726
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Schedule

Résumé

schoolEducation

2013 - 2016
ESL Conversation Tutor
Barbados Community College - Barbados
For some time periods between 2013 and 2016: Provided individualized assistance in English grammar, vocabulary acquisition, and phonology with a focus on conversation. Sourced and used current material to stimulate conversation. Assigned homework and in-session tasks and tracked the student’s progress.
2000 - 2003
Master's Degree in Business Administration
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach, FL, USA
Aviation Business
1996 - 2000
Bachelor of Science
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach, FL, USA
Aeronautical Science (the flight program)

briefcaseWork Experience

2017
Online ESL Teacher
italki.com - online
Provide individualized instruction to ESL students in the four core areas of language learning (speaking, listening, reading and writing) as well as grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Use current, real-world material in the creation of in-lesson and homework assignments. Assist pilots and air traffic controllers with aviation English and preparation for interviews and language proficiency tests.
2012 - 2012
TESOL Certificate Practicum
Centennial College - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Observed and taught beginner, intermediate and advanced ESL students. Wrote and executed lesson plans, sourced/created and incorporated visual aids in the delivery of the lesson, created ice-breaker, reinforcement, and homework activities, and incorporated teacher feedback in subsequent lessons.
2003 - 2003
ESL Teacher's Assistant
Daytona Beach Community College - Daytona Beach, FL, USA
Assisted in the delivery of the lessons, provided individualized instruction to ensure understanding of the lessons, and delivered lessons in the absence of the teacher.

diploma_2Certifications

2015 - 2015
Certificate in Advanced Spanish Language and Culture
St. Margaret’s Episcopal School via edX.org - online
Completed listening comprehension, speaking, and written exercises focusing on Spanish grammar and culture and current issues
2013 - 2013
Diploma of Studies in French Language (DELF) – Level B2 Proficiency
Alliance Francaise of St. Vincent & the Grenadines - St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Completed listening comprehension, speaking, and written components of this assessment to attest to a B2 (intermediate) proficiency level
2013 - 2013
Diploma of Studies in French Language (DELF) – Level B2 Proficiency
Alliance Francaise of St. Vincent & the Grenadines - St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Completed listening comprehension, speaking, and writing components of this assessment to attest to a B2 (intermediate) proficiency level
2012 - 2012
TESOL Certificate
OnTESOL/Coventry House International - online
Included a grammar review, an exploration of methodology and classroom techniques, practice in lesson plan writing, instruction in phonology, and a 20-hour practicum component.
2009 - 2009
Dangerous Goods Awareness Instructor
SVG Air/Trans Island Air - St. Vincent & the Grenadines
Conducted employee training in awareness of goods prohibited for air travel, including developing the presentation, sourcing teaching aids, creating in-class exercises, and writing/administering the final exam