Aureen Andres

aandres@sandiego.edu 858.531.2337
http://aureenandres.weebly.com

ESOL Professor with two years of experience teaching in a classroom setting and seven years of
experience in small group tutorial setting. Eclectic techniques and strategies. Freirean approach to
teaching and learning. Applies critical theory and critical pedagogy.

EDUCATION
University of San Diego—San Diego, CA, USA 09/2016 - 05/2018
 M.Ed. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Literacy, and Culture
 Current GPA 4.0

University of California San Diego—San Diego, CA, USA 09/2010 - 09/2013

 B.A. in Literature with a specialty in Writing
 Graduated with Latin Honors; Cum Laude; 3.66

Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA, USA 01/2000 - 12/2003

 A.A. in Literature
 Graduated with 3.69

RECENT/CURRENT RESEARCH
Changemaking Skills and Adult ELLs as Agents of Change
 Exploration of incorporating Changemaking skills into a course.
 Giving voice to the marginalized and underrepresented.
 Implementing skills to promote advocacy and inspire students to be change agents.

EXPERIENCE
Instructor, Summer Junior International Program (30hrs/wk) 07/2018 – 07/2018
USD Extension English Language Academy
 Plan, organized, and provided instruction in English that meet university standards.
 Developed and delivered lesson plans from an eclectic range of teaching techniques and
strategies.
 Addressed aspects of communication via appropriate instruction.

Educational Technician (6hrs/wk) 01/2018 - 05/2018

San Diego Mesa College
 Created and implemented lesson plans for Accelerated Reading, Writing, and Reasoning.
 Assisted professor in the instruction of the daily agenda by taking roll and setting up for
quizzes/exams.
 Facilitated and conducted individual/group tutorial sessions.
 Coached students through the process of writing by assisting them in pre-writing, drafting,
revising and editing.
 Instructed students on study skills for college success.
  Implemented Triad Questioning Method, Think-Pair-Share, Peer Feedback Protocol, and
Interactive Wall strategies to increase student-student interaction.

Instructor's Assistant (8-16hrs/wk) 01/2017 - 05/2017

San Diego Miramar College
 Supervised class and assisted in the instruction of lesson plans for Listening and Speaking for
Non-Native Speakers of English.
 Led and executed group activities such as Rip and Run.
 Provided support to professor and students in the application of learning objectives by adjusting
questioning techniques to solicit appropriate feedback.

Student-Teacher Volunteer (3hrs/wk) 09/2016 - 08/2017

University of San Diego
 Devised curriculum for adult ESOL learners in a multi-level classroom setting.
 Designed, implemented, and executed lesson plans according to student needs.
 Executed instruction according to students' aptitude and objectives.
 Participated in a pilot program involving the outreach of a community initiative.

Substitute Teacher's Assistant (20hrs/wk) 10/2015 - 06/2016

San Diego Unified School District
 Assisted in the instruction of daily lesson plans as instructed by teacher, K-12.
 Evaluated, assessed, and tutored individual students and groups in a classroom setting.
 Led planned activities according to program guidelines.

Classroom Assistant (olunteer (6hrs/wk) 09/2014 - 06/2015

Zeta Doyle Elementary
 Supervised students on field trips, playgrounds, and lunch areas; K-5.
 Provided one-on-one instruction to improve classroom performance and reinforce daily lesson.
 Demonstrated ability to multi-task and follow through on assignments with own initiative and
with attention to detail.
 Filed paperwork and improved organization of office and classroom.

Instructor's Assistant Volunteer (9hrs/wk) 01/2013 - 03/2013

University of California San Diego
 Annotated and gave feedback for written coursework to students.
 Facilitated and conducted group discussions and peer reviews by giving specific guidelines for
peer response.
 Maintained and recorded student attendance and student participation to group activities.
 Evaluated individuals in group participation to ensure positive communication and constructive
criticism among students by enforcing the peer review guidelines concerning classroom manners
and etiquette.

English Language Tutor Volunteer (2-4hrs/wk) 03/2012 - Present

University of California San Diego
 Taught English language to international scholars/graduates/post-doctorates/spouses.
 Edited written work for formal submissions of research projects and thesis papers.
 Administered, assessed, and recorded student’s progress, concerns, and improvements in
language acquisition.
  Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans to improve reading, writing, listening, and
conversational skills.
 Provided appropriate feedback for oral presentations and written work.

PUBLICATIONS
CATESOL Journal (In Progress)
Supporting Community Leadership Development Through ESL Classes

CONFERENCES & PRESENTATIONS

CATESOL Conference 2017, San Diego Chapter 11/2017
3rd Place Winner for Poster Presentation

ACADEMIC SERVICE
UCSD Undergraduate Student Parent Organization 09/2011 - 09/2012
Principal Officer
 Coordinated events to promote student parent wellness.
 Entered information on event calendars on parent website.
 Greeted visitors, students and their families in a welcoming manner.
 Arranged event logistics which included ordering and confirming catering orders, room
reservations, and parking arrangements.
 Made name badges, tent cards, and ordered supplies for events.
 Responded to clients’ questions about accessing our website.
 Posted/Shared information regarding events.

CERTIFICATES
Community Leadership 05/2012

AWARDS, HONORS, SCHOLARSHIPS

USD Dean's Graduate Merit Scholarship; $545 04/2018
USD Graduate Grant; $4,320 09/2017
UCSD Brython P. Davis Scholarship; $ 09/2012
UCSD Provost Honors 09/2012
UCSD Provost Honors 01/2012
UCSD Provost Honors 04/2011
Miramar College Dean’s Honor List 2007 - 2008
MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
Standley Middle School 2016 - Present
Parent Teacher Student Association; Active Member

University of California San Diego 2014 - Present

Phi Beta Kappa (Academic Honor Society); Member

University of California San Diego 2013 - Present

Phi Sigma Theta (National Honor Society); Member

Zeta Doyle Elementary 2010 - Present

Parent Teacher Association; Active Member

LANGUAGES
Spanish--Reading, Writing, Basic Speaking
Japanese--Basic Speaking

SKILLS
 Excellent Proofreading/Editing Skills
 Strong Verbal and Written Communication
 Exceptional Organizational Skills
 Strong Data Entry and Filing
 Strong Record Keeping and Time Management

SOFTWARE
Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook -- Proficient