Nelly Gonzalez Munoz
PINGREE GROVE
Summary
Passionate and student-centered ESL educator with a strong understanding of language acquisition, student development, and diverse learning styles. Skilled in building meaningful connections with learners from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Experienced in designing engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans and assessments that promote measurable student growth. Dedicated professional known for reliability, collaboration, and a commitment to inclusive education. Organized, reflective, and goal-driven—eager to contribute to a dynamic team focused on student success.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Elgin School District U-46
08.1996 - Current
- Differentiated instruction to meet the varied language proficiency levels of students, resulting in increased engagement and measurable growth in language acquisition.
- Designed and implemented innovative, student-centered ESL lessons that integrated technology and real-world content to enhance comprehension and communication skills.
- Provided individualized feedback and adjusted teaching methods based on assessment data, improving student performance and confidence in English usage.
- Fostered an inclusive classroom culture that celebrated linguistic and cultural diversity, creating a safe environment where students felt empowered to participate.
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, using results to modify instruction and target specific language development needs.
- Collaborated with faculty and administrators to align ESL instruction with institutional goals and ensure academic success for English learners.
- Delivered supplemental instruction through tutoring and small-group support, helping struggling students improve their language skills and course outcomes.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with ESL teaching strategies, incorporating best practices to improve lesson effectiveness and student outcomes.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, ILBachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL) K-HS
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Humacao, Puerto RicoSkills
- Lesson planning aligned with learning outcomes
- Scaffolding techniques
- Language-integrated content instruction
- Language acquisition theory
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Building rapport with diverse student populations
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Team collaboration with faculty/staff
- Google Classroom, Zoom, Canvas, or Blackboard
- Digital tools for language development (Quizlet, Duolingo, Rewordify)
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creating accessible instructional materials
Timeline
Educator
Elgin School District U-46
08.1996 - Current
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL) K-HS
Universidad De Puerto Rico
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