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Vilma Awa-ao

Vilma Awa-ao

Teacher
Taipei

Summary

Creative and flexible teacher seeking an onsite teaching position where I can demonstrate my passion in teaching developed over a decade of experience supporting student achievement through innovative learning modules and assessment. Backed up with a strong foundation earned from Bachelor of Education Studies, I am determined to be instrumental to nurture and guide young generation and shape them to become our future leaders. A collaborative drafter of thoughtfully tailored educational plans, diversifying facilitating learning and adapting to student feedback. Energetic and engaging educator, garnering unprecedented student engagement through personal touch to each lesson.




Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications

Work History

ESL Online Teacher

TutorABC, Inc.
Hong Kong
03.2017 - 06.2023
  • Facilitated learning and engaged students to discussions to improve their communication skills while helping them build correct sentence structure.
  • Assisted students resolve technical issues during virtual classes.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • Adhered to standards established by institutional leadership, supporting unit objectives while infusing creativity into lessons.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops online.
  • Gave feedbacks to students to enhance their communication skills.

Curriculum Development Specialist

Ben & Bella Day Care Center
Metro Manila
06.2012 - 06.2017
  • Designed and developed exceptional technical course content and lab exercises for instructor presentation or self-paced learning.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects and consulted across organizations to determine objectives.
  • Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
  • Developed applications and lab exercises to support courseware development.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
  • Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for [Subject], [Subject], and [Subject].
  • Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
  • Delivered private instruction to adult learners in variety of fields on leadership development, professional writing, business communication and delivery of proposals and presentations.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.
  • Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
  • Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials.
  • Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
  • Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
  • Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
  • Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
  • Worked with internal stakeholders to perform skill gap assessments and built training content to address gaps.

Preschool Director

Pathway To Learning Integrated School
Metro Manila
06.2002 - 06.2007
  • Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
  • Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.

Education

Bachelor Of Education Studies

University Of The Philippines Open University
Philippines
04.2014 - 12.2021

Skills

Curriculum Development

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Certification

TEFL Foundations

Timeline

TEFL Premier

01-2022

TEFL Foundations

03-2020

ESL Online Teacher

TutorABC, Inc.
03.2017 - 06.2023

Bachelor Of Education Studies

University Of The Philippines Open University
04.2014 - 12.2021

Curriculum Development Specialist

Ben & Bella Day Care Center
06.2012 - 06.2017

BALS Instructional Manager

03-2004

Preschool Director

Pathway To Learning Integrated School
06.2002 - 06.2007
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