Tiffany Crook
Pfannenstielstrasse 10
Egg 8132
Canton Zurich
Switzerland
E-mail: tiffanyanncrook@gmail.com
Mobile: +41 76 642 3767
Skype: tiffany.crook
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
M.Ed., Curriculum Studies (Specialising in EAL/ESOL)
Bishop’s University, Quebec, Canada
2013
TESOL Diploma
The International TEFL Corporation (TITC)
2011
Graduate Diploma in Education
Bishop’s University, Quebec, Canada
1996-1997
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A. – Marketing)
Bishop’s University, Quebec, Canada
1992-1995
professional experience
Inter-Community School Zurich
Teacher of English Literature and English Additional Language (EAL) 2014 – present
Teaching English Literature in Grade 8 and Grade 9. Teaching EAL in Grades 6 and 7. Supporting ELLs in Grade 11. Designing and implementing syllabi, curricula, and assessment materials for a program designed to facilitate transition to the academic mainstream for minimally proficient learners of English. Working with mainstream teachers, in a collaborative co-teaching environment, to develop differentiated materials and support systems for ELLs.
Harrow International School, Hong Kong
Head of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2012 – 2014
Responsible for establishing and growing an EAP department at this new school. Teaching EAP to Grades 5 through 8, as well as IGCSE English as a Second Language, IGCSE First Language English and IGCSE English Literature to Grades 9 and 10. Coordinating Lower School EAL pull-out support programme for Kindergarten to Grade 4.
PTIS International School, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Co-Head of English for Academic Purposes Program (EAPP) 2011 – 2012
Responsible for curriculum development and review, assessment policy review, timetabling, staff appraisal and budgeting. Additional responsibilities include planning and coordinating on-going staff development of strategies for working with ELLs.
ESOL Teacher 2010 – 2012
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) in Grades 6 to 10. Designing and implementing syllabi, curricula, and assessment materials for a content based, three- stage program designed to facilitate transition to the academic mainstream for minimally proficient learners of English. Coordinating push-in & pull-out sessions in Science, Maths, & HPE. Collaborating with mainstream teachers to develop differentiated materials and support systems for ELLs.
Director of the Prem English Language Academy (PELA) 2009 – 2010
Directed a satellite ESOL program, working in conjunction with PTIS International School. Utilized my marketing background to effectively promote and publicize this unique aspect of the school. Initiated a merger proposal and helped coordinate the merger of PELA and the school’s EAP program.
Bishop’s College School, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
ESOL Teacher 2001-2004
Taught ESOL to high-school students (beginner through to high-intermediate) from all over the world. Assisted in a Grade 10 Physical Science (ESL) class. Created learning support materials for ELLs in History, Biology, and Physical science.
Richmond Regional High School, Richmond, QC, Canada
Middle School Generalist 2000 – 2001
Taught Drama, English, Introduction to Computer Science, and Moral Education to students in Grades 7 to 10.
Other relevant experience
Bishop’s College School, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada
Associate Director of Admissions – Marketing & Communications 2004 – 2009
Created and reviewed school promotional materials. Responsibilities included website management, student recruitment, and new market development.
Socrates English Academy – Kumamoto Seminar, Hondo, Japan
ESOL Teacher 1998-2000
Prepared Japanese students of ESOL (aged 2 to 62) to excel in basic communication skills and/or TOEIC, TOEFL or STEP tests. Taught one French class for beginners.
Waterloo Elementary School & Knowlton Academy Primary School
Primary Teacher 1996-1997
Taught Grade 2 and Grade 4 as part of a teaching practicum. Some units of study were Greek Mythology, Medieval Studies, & Units of Measurement.
Professional training & Workshops
- Pastoral Support Committee, Harrow (2013-2014)
- Faculty Workshop on EAPP Push-In/Pull-Out model – Presenter (2011)
- PTIS Language Policy Review Committee – Core member (2011)
- ESOL Job-Alike for Chiang Mai teachers – Presenter (2010 & 2011)
- EARCOS: “Together, Go For Greatness” with TP Lim (2010)
- IBO MYP (in-school): Interdisciplinary Planning Using AOIs (2010)
- IBO PYP: An Introduction to the PYP Curriculum Model 1B (2009)
- PTIS Professional Development Committee (2009/2010)
- PTIS Marketing Committee (2009/2010)
Extra-curricular activities & community involvement
ICSZ: Coach – JV GIrls’ Basketball, Tutor – Grade 7
HARROW: Coach – U14 Girls’ Basketball
PTIS: Coach – U16 Girls’ Basketball, Coordinator – PTIS Run Series (charity races for the Piers Simon Appeal), Supervisor – MYP Personal Project, and CAS Activity Leader – Vienping Home For Girls (orphanage)
BCS: Coach – Junior Girls’ Basketball, Coordinator/Head Coach – Girls’ Rugby Program, Expedition Leader – Kilimanjaro 2003, and Assistant House Parent (girls’ residence)
RICHMOND REGIONAL: Coach – Bantam Girls’ Soccer and Basketball, Improvisation Coach, and Director of school play.
additional professional skills
Advanced ICT skills: MS Office, Mac O/S, Web 2.0, Moodle course management
Languages: French (advanced in speaking & writing), Japanese (intermediate/Level 3-Sankyuu)
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