Joahna Mae Balba
Baguio City
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented ESL teacher committed to fostering a passion for learning and creating multicultural awareness through teaching the fundamentals of the English language. Possesses a strong talent for developing and implementing creative, hands-on activities that accommodate various learning styles and abilities, empowering students to succeed and achieve their goals. A trustworthy and approachable individual with excellent communication skills, capable of working cooperatively with faculty and management to meet student needs and promote the philosophy and goals of the institution.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL Tutor
SpeakEC Online Services
Baguio City
1 2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English as a Second Language to adult students
- Utilized interactive technology tools such as video conferencing software to provide virtual lessons for remote students
- Provided individualized instruction, assistance and support to ESL learners in the areas of grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading comprehension and conversation
- Assessed student progress through tests and assessments; provided feedback on performance; adjusted teaching methods accordingly
- Evaluated course materials regularly and made modifications when necessary
- Analyzed data from student assessments to identify areas where improvement was needed
- Instructed classes in various aspects of language learning such as vocabulary development, sentence structure, verb conjugation and other topics related to ESL instruction
- Created an engaging environment that fostered learning by using different techniques such as role playing activities, games and multimedia presentations.
ESL Tutor
Etalk Shenzhen Culture Technology, LTD.
Baguio City
08.2015 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English as a Second Language to adult students
- Utilized interactive technology tools such as video conferencing software to provide virtual lessons for remote students
- Provided individualized instruction, assistance and support to ESL learners in the areas of grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading comprehension and conversation
- Evaluated course materials regularly and made modifications when necessary.
ESL Tutor
EnglishBreak Philippines
Baguio City
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Created an engaging environment that fostered learning by using different techniques such as role playing activities, games and multimedia presentations
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessment scores and progress reports for each student
- Encouraged students' active participation in class discussions by providing thought-provoking questions.
ESL Tutor
TALK Academy
Baguio City
11.2010 - 08.2012
- Evaluated course materials regularly and made modifications when necessary
- Analyzed data from student assessments to identify areas where improvement was needed
- Created an engaging environment that fostered learning by using different techniques such as role playing activities, games and multimedia presentations.
ESL Tutor
SkyTalk Academy, Navy Base
Baguio City
12.2011 - 02.2012
- Organized group activities to encourage collaboration among peers while practicing conversational skills
- Adapted materials according to the needs of each student's level of proficiency
- Educated students in use of various study techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Cordilleras
Baguio City 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Pines City National High School
Baguio City 04.2001 -
Skills
Positive Reinforcement
Teaching strategies
Reading Comprehension
Oral communication
TEFL
Error Correction
Literary Analysis
Exam preparation
Learning techniques
Individualized Instruction
Video Conferencing
Developing Individualized Lessons
Timeline
ESL Tutor
Etalk Shenzhen Culture Technology, LTD.
08.2015 - 12.2020
ESL Tutor
EnglishBreak Philippines
08.2013 - 06.2015
ESL Tutor
SkyTalk Academy, Navy Base
12.2011 - 02.2012
ESL Tutor
TALK Academy
11.2010 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Cordilleras
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Pines City National High School
04.2001 -
ESL Tutor
SpeakEC Online Services
1 2021 - Current