Derek Iwanuk

Derek Iwanuk

English Second Language Teacher

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    AP and High School ELA - NIVA International School Bangkok

  • Education

    • University of Massachusetts Lowell

      2018 - 2020
      Bachelor of Arts - BA English Language and Literature, General 3.74 GPA
    • Wilfrid Laurier University

      2000 - 2004
      Bachelor of Arts - BA English and Communications
  • Experience

    • Jungchul Academy

      Aug 2009 - Aug 2010
      English Second Language Teacher

      ● Created and developed differentiated lesson plans for students● Organized and lead school improvement committees and workshops● Assessed student learning using a variety of strategies

    • Asia Pacific International School

      Aug 2010 - Sept 2016
      Substitute Teacher

      ● Implemented lesson plans across grade level and curricula areas● Fostered a safe, positive and supportive learning environment● Managed all aspects of classroom

    • CHUNGDAHM Learning

      Dec 2010 - May 2015
      English Second Language Teacher

      ● Planned and executed curricula for English language learners● Provided regular feedback of student progress to parents● Assessed student learning and provided additional support to foster success ● Supported and mentored new instructors

    • JLS ACADEMY, INC.

      Sept 2015 - Mar 2016
      English Second Language Teacher

      ● Created an interactive and fun curriculum to compliment JLS standard curriculum● Implemented lesson plans across grade level and curricula areas● Fostered a safe, positive and supportive learning environment● Implemented a bilingual classroom to foster language development

    • YMCA International Learning Center

      Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
      English Second Language Teacher

      ● Developed and implemented lesson plans for a diverse population of English language learners● Assessed student learning using formative and summative measures to inform future instruction● Implemented technology into the classroom to support student digital literacy

    • Kwangju Foreign School

      Jul 2018 - Aug 2021
      Middle School ELA and Writing Teacher

      ● Develop and implement lessons adhering to Common Core Standards● Direct and oversee semi-annual drama productions● Plan and coordinate overnight field trips● Implement Lucy Calkins' Writers Workshop curriculum to a diverse group of international students● Oversee all aspects of digital media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and the school’s website

    • Haileybury

      Aug 2021 - Jul 2022
      Middle School Teacher
    • NIVA American International School

      Jul 2022 - now
      High School English Teacher
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Massachusetts Educators License

      ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION, MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF
      Aug 2020
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    • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

      Oxford Seminars Certification
      May 2009
      View certificate certificate