Thea Natalia Hector

12366 56A Ave Surrey, British Columbia, V3X 3H7 - Home: (778) 986-9182 - Email:
tnhector@hotmail.ca
E-portfolio http://theahector.weebly.com

Education

2012-2013 TEFL Certificate

Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, British Columbia

2003-2008 Associate of Arts, English

Langara College
Vancouver, British Columbia

Teaching Related Experience

2015 -2016 Project Based Language Training Instructor

Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
Surrey, British Columbia
provided instruction of English language skills to new immigrants in a
multi-level class
supported the development of the learners English Language
proficiency, literacy and essential skills to help improve their
employment situation
prepared the learners for the Test of Workplace Essential Skills
prepared the learners for acceptance into other labour market
programs

2014 -Present Language Instructor

Immigrant Settlement & Integration Program
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
Surrey, British Columbia
provides instruction of English language skills to new immigrants in a
multi-level class
follows S.U.C.C.E.S.S. guidelines and curriculum by adapting,
supplementing, and creating materials as necessary to prepare
students for advancement
writes detailed lesson plans
consults with Language Lead and incorporates feedback into lessons
 evaluates students progress based on Canadian Language
Benchmarks
uses portfolio based language assessment binders as directed

Teaching Related Volunteer Experience

2013 Assistant ESL Instructor

Champlain Heights Community Elementary
Vancouver, British Columbia
observed classes
assisted instructor in evaluation of students work

2013 ESL Tutor

Homefront Tutoring Program
Vancouver, British Columbia
provided private instruction of ESL to beginner student in speaking, reading,
writing, and listening
designed weekly lessons based on coursebook
evaluated students written work

Other Work Experience

2011 Visual Merchandiser

Forever 21
Guildford, British Columbia

Additional Skills

Works well in a team, with people of all ages

Self-motivated and confident in making independent decisions
Excellent at follow-up and detail
Familiar with Smart Board, Elmo, Wikispaces and Microsoft Word
Completed LearnIT2Teach Stage 1 and Pre-Stage 2 training