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Janet Tsahiridis

Miraflores

Summary

Dynamic and experienced educator with over 20 years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and teacher training across various educational settings. Proven track record in designing student-centered curricula, fostering collaborative environments, and supporting professional development. Adept at integrating cultural insights into instruction and enhancing language proficiency through effective evaluation and training methods.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

PYP Homeroom Teacher & Curriculum Leader

Newton College
Lima
02.2018 - Current
  • Contributed to the development and implementation of a student-centered curriculum for Primary School, enhancing student engagement and academic performance.

TEFL Teacher Trainer & Educational Consultant

Frontistiria Agglikon K.T. (Online)
09.1991 - Current
  • Supported the professional development of EFL teachers by sharing effective instruction methods, improving teaching practices across various institutions.

English Language Teacher (EFL)

Asociacion Cultural Peruana Britanico
Lima
05.2017 - 12.2019
  • Integrated cultural insights into English language lessons, enriching the learning experience and fostering greater cultural awareness among students.

Classroom English Teacher

Cambridge College
Lima
09.2012 - 02.2017
  • Helped students prepare for international exams, achieving high pass rates in primary and secondary levels.

High School English & Homeroom Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
Springfield
08.2007 - 08.2011
  • Taught various English courses, improving literacy and critical thinking skills among students.

Instructional Support Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
Springfield
09.1995 - 08.2007
  • Provided instructional support to K-5 students in multiple subjects, aiding their academic progress and addressing diverse learning needs.

Writing Intensive Coach

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
08.2000 - 08.2006
  • Guided pre-service teachers and university students in developing their writing skills, enhancing overall writing proficiency.

ESL Instructor

Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield
02.1998 - 02.2004
  • Developed ESL curriculum for mixed-level classes, tailored to the needs of diverse learners and improving language acquisition.

Education

Ph.D. in Learning, Teaching & Curriculum -

University of Missouri
Columbia, MO

Master of Arts in English Language & Literature -

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Literature -

Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) -

Southwest Missouri State University
Springfield, MO

Skills

  • Resource Utilization
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Student Motivation
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Project-based learning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Adaptive Learning

Accomplishments

  • Co-Coordinator, Cultural Arts Program at Eugene Field Elementary School
  • Omicron Delta Kappa & Who's Who Among American Colleges & Universities Nominee (1997)
  • Sigma Tau Delta & Phi Sigma Pi Member
  • Dean's List at UMC & Honors List at SMSU
  • McNair Pre-Intern (Internship declined due to circumstances)

Professional Development

  • Harvard Project Zero - Visible Thinking Professional Development
  • PYP Professional Development
  • Missouri Writing Project & Ozarks Writing Project

Timeline

PYP Homeroom Teacher & Curriculum Leader

Newton College
02.2018 - Current

English Language Teacher (EFL)

Asociacion Cultural Peruana Britanico
05.2017 - 12.2019

Classroom English Teacher

Cambridge College
09.2012 - 02.2017

High School English & Homeroom Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
08.2007 - 08.2011

Writing Intensive Coach

University of Missouri-Columbia
08.2000 - 08.2006

ESL Instructor

Ozarks Technical Community College
02.1998 - 02.2004

Instructional Support Teacher

Springfield Public Schools
09.1995 - 08.2007

TEFL Teacher Trainer & Educational Consultant

Frontistiria Agglikon K.T. (Online)
09.1991 - Current

Ph.D. in Learning, Teaching & Curriculum -

University of Missouri

Master of Arts in English Language & Literature -

Missouri State University

Bachelor of Arts in English Language & Literature -

Southwest Missouri State University

Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) -

Southwest Missouri State University
Janet Tsahiridis