GRACE LARAYA
Mlang,Philippines
Summary
Dedicated English educator with 13 years of progressive teaching experience. Expertise in student-centered instruction and educational technology integration. Proven ability to foster inclusive learning environments and promote cross-cultural exchange through language education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher - 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Grade
Lika National High School
Mlang
01.2018 - Current
- Taught English to Grades 7-10, fostering strong language skills through effective pedagogy and tailored curriculum development.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and tailored to individual student needs.
- Administered assessments and analysed student performance to identify areas for improvement and inform instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, enhancing student mastery of the Common Core Standards.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians to promote student achievement.
English Teacher - 7th, 8th, and 10th Grade
Nueva Vida National High School
Mlang
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Taught English to Grades 7-10, establishing a strong foundation in language teaching pedagogy and curriculum development.
- Selected learning materials tailored to enhance student engagement and meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that promoted participation and supported varied learning styles.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives and professional development activities to enhance teaching strategies and student outcomes.
Volunteer Kindergarten Teacher
Inas Elementary School
M'lang, Philippines
07.2012 - 03.2013
- Monitored child progress through assessment of classwork and provided targeted feedback to enhance early learning development.
- Assisted children in developing social, emotional, and educational skills, fostering balanced overall growth.
- Facilitated regular parent meetings to discuss children's educational, behavioural, and social progress, strengthening home-school collaboration.
Education
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - EDUCATION, APPLIED LINGUISTICS
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO
PHILIPPINES01-2023
MASTER OF ARTS - LANGUAGE TEACHING, ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO
PHILIPPINES01-2019
BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO
PHILIPPINES01-2010
Skills
- Lesson planning and differentiation
- Student assessment and evaluation
- Online assessment tools
- Learning management systems
- Technology integration
- Classroom engagement techniques
- English grammar expertise
- Computer literacy skills
- Mentoring and coaching
- Team collaboration strategies
- Problem solving abilities
- Critical thinking skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Active listening skills
Custom Section
Classroom Adviser - Grade 10, Lika National High School, 2020-01-01, PRESENT, Provide comprehensive guidance and support to Grade 10 students., Monitor academic progress and holistic student development., Serve as liaison between students, parents, and school administration., Organize class activities and student development programs.
References
References are available upon request.
Additional Competencies
- Curriculum Development & Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Technology Integration
- Student Assessment & Classroom Management
- Collaborative Leadership & Mentoring
Timeline
English Teacher - 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Grade
Lika National High School
01.2018 - Current
English Teacher - 7th, 8th, and 10th Grade
Nueva Vida National High School
01.2013 - 01.2018
Volunteer Kindergarten Teacher
Inas Elementary School
07.2012 - 03.2013
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY - EDUCATION, APPLIED LINGUISTICS
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO
MASTER OF ARTS - LANGUAGE TEACHING, ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO
BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - ENGLISH
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MINDANAO