Antonet Swartz

Native English speaking ESL teacher committed to helping non-English speaking students in the Software Industry, improve English reading, writing and speaking fluency. Bringing five years of hands-on experience creating instructional methods to stimulate learning and assessing student progress. Proficient in Microsoft, but continuously learning and becoming knowledgeable in the field of software by taking short courses in Agile methodologies, in order to stay on top of the industry trends, role understanding and vocabulary. Results-oriented and energetic professional, skillful in developing informal and formal language assessments. Exceptional communications, dedication to students and adaptability skills enabled achievement of positive outcomes and a great learning atmosphere. Enthusiastic, resourceful and committed to creating and delivering learning experiences that are enjoyable, inviting and dynamic. Implements traditional and innovative methods to motivate students to learn English language and understand the English culture. Challenged students with rigorous coursework and engaged them in activities to enhance their communicative skills.

• Earned a 10-month contract to work in China teaching ESL to Mandarin Chinese-speaking students of all ages.
• Traveled abroad, enabling me to bring an open-minded approach to the classroom.
• Completed a second high school diploma, in Spanish, enabling me to understand the challenges students might face when confronted with a foreign language.

In my free time I like to participate in combative sports, read books in different languages and travel to different places getting to know different people, foods and cultures.