Emily Fossa
Essex, MA,
Summary
Knowledgeable educator with solid background in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering positive learning environment. Successfully guided students to achieve academic milestones through innovative teaching methods. Has ESL-Teaching experience in Uganda and Tanzania, and a passion for international teaching/education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Candidate/English Teacher, Grades K-10
Zanzibar Steiner School
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Created and taught English lessons to ESL students
- Created engaging lesson plans to follow the Waldorf teaching method
- Co-taught lessons with supervising teachers
- Supported in the production of a school play
- Engaged with students by speaking English during free play
- Created and implemented math lessons in grades 1 and 2
- Assumed responsibility for absent teachers
- Utilized a wide variety of teaching methods in order to meet diverse needs
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assisted with documenting student data/lesson plans through the use of Excel
Nanny
Private Family Home
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Cared for 8 month old twins and a 3 year old
- Engaged children in developmentally appropriate activities
- Supported the family with various transportation needs
- Prepared food and bottles for children during meal times
ESL Teacher
International Language Teaching Program
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Prepared interactive lesson plans for ESL students
- Taught English speaking through a variety of classes (gym, kitchen, games, etc.)
- Interacted and practiced speaking English with students during free time
- Facilitated class activities to encourage students to practice listening and speaking in English
Teacher Candidate, Grade 4, Literacy
Centerville Elementary School
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Observed literacy class
- Facilitated group discussions
- Assisted students in small groups
- Created and taught a lesson on poetry and cultural traditions
Camp Counselor, Ages 4-10
Camp Dory
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsible for the care and safety of around 20 children
- Organized meaningful and engaging daily activities
- Supported children as an older peer mentor
Teacher Candidate, Preschool
Magic Years Cooperative Nursery School
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Helped out the teachers if they needed anything
- Worked one-on-one with students who needed extra time to finish work
- Interacted with students during their free play-time
- Engaged in one-on-one activities with students
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Endicott College
Beverly, Massachusetts05.2025
Florence University of the Arts
05.2024
High School Diploma -
Manchester Essex Regional High School
Manchester By The Sea, Massachusetts06-2021
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Teaching English as Second Language
- Fundraising
- Flexible and Adaptive
- Growth Mindset
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating Students
- Community Involvement
- Alternative Learning Methods
Community Service
- Ivan G. Smith Elementary School, Danvers, MA, 11/23-12/23, Interacted and spoke English with ESL students, Facilitated group activities, Interacted with children during outside playtime
- Northshore Rovers, Salem, MA, 09/23-10/23, Worked 1 on 1 with a child (buddy) for every session, Assisted in different warm-up activities, Assisted in different soccer drill activities, Offered emotional encouragement during sessions
- Sanyu Babies Home, Kampala, Uganda, 05/23-08/23, Interacted with children during playtime, Assisted in bathing and changing children, Fed children during mealtime, Washed dishes and clothes, Helped prepare children's meals
Timeline
Teacher Candidate/English Teacher, Grades K-10
Zanzibar Steiner School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Nanny
Private Family Home
05.2024 - 09.2024
ESL Teacher
International Language Teaching Program
05.2023 - 08.2023
Teacher Candidate, Grade 4, Literacy
Centerville Elementary School
10.2022 - 12.2022
Camp Counselor, Ages 4-10
Camp Dory
06.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher Candidate, Preschool
Magic Years Cooperative Nursery School
01.2022 - 01.2022
Florence University of the Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Endicott College
High School Diploma -
Manchester Essex Regional High School
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