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Ariana Antonelli

Ariana Antonelli

Lansing,TN

Summary

Dedicated English Tutor with strengths in student assessment, goal setting and mentoring. Offering excellent communication skills to build relationships with students of all ages. Adept working with individuals and groups of students.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Tutor

Italki
01.2022 - Current
  • Boost student confidence in English communication through personalized feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Continuously adapt teaching methodology for international students of different ages, language levels, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Create original didactic materials in English, ranging from A2 - C1 language levels (CEFR framework).
  • Develop individualized learning plans for each student, addressing their specific needs and goals in language proficiency.

English Teacher

Wall Street English
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Instructed classes of 10 paratroopers from a variety of English language levels.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Created innovative lesson plans and activities to engage students and ensure learning objectives were met.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum, resulting in enriched learning experiences for students.
  • Provided daily feedback and weekly assessments to help students prepare for a language certification exam.
  • Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.

Translator

CineSmania
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate the Italian rock opera ("Shadow and the Poet") into English for its release on Netflix.
  • Maintained constant communication with the team to ensure consistency in style across all documents and that the translated content accurately reflected the original intent.
  • Ensured accuracy while paying careful attention to the actors' facial movements and the syllabus count in the lyrics of each song for the English dubbing.
  • Conducted research and used personal experiences to ensure that all translations accurately reflected regional customs and cultures.
  • Streamlined translation processes for improved efficiency and faster turnaround times; delivered accurate and timely translations.
  • Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.

English Teaching Assistant

IES Vicente Aleixandre
10.2020 - 06.2021
  • Collaborated with high school and middle school teachers on instruction of English classes (classes of 25-30 students).
  • Individually led groups of teenagers (5-10 students) in conversational and cultural activities with original materials on English grammar and American culture.
  • Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.

University Research Assistant

University of Illinois at Chicago Multilingual Phonology Laboratory
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Booked, conducted, and recorded interviews with Spanish heritage speakers in Spanish, English, and Italian.
  • Improved team collaboration by managing schedules and coordinating meetings for staff members.
  • Managed confidential information with discretion, ensuring the privacy of sensitive documents.
  • Assisted in budget preparation and tracking expenses, contributing to more accurate financial management.
  • Recruited students through presenting on studies to the Italian classrooms.

Italian Peer Tutor and Marketing Assistant

University of Illinois at Chicago Center for Language and Cultural Learning
09.2018 - 05.2020
  • Developed and implemented effective study skills and test preparation techniques while building strong relationships with students to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Provided individualized support and guidance to students to help them understand challenging concepts.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement strategies to support student learning.
  • Recorded educational videos for the peer tutoring course, created original content on Italian culture for the Italian classes, and created cultural immersion resources for Italian students.
  • Organized the Moodle pages for the Italian courses offered at the university and updated the tutoring center's Instagram page daily with targeted marketing campaigns utilizing SEO strategies.
  • Visited classrooms to present the tutoring course and discuss study abroad opportunities.

English Writing Tutor

University of Illinois at Chicago Writing Center
09.2017 - 05.2020
  • Counseled students on the writing and editing process; provided practice activities to students to help them boost their writing skills and jump-start their creative capabilities.
  • Led a team in conducting interactive writing workshops for entire classes of 25-30.
  • Completed follow-up assessments to further assist each student after their visit.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for improved efficiency and guest experience.
  • Enhanced student satisfaction by efficiently managing check-ins and checkouts.
  • Assisted students with special requests, ensuring a comfortable stay and positive feedback.

Education

Master of Arts - Linguistics And Cognitive Studies

University of Siena
Siena, Italy
12.2024

Accredited TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Foreign Language

Council On International Educational Exchange
Online
07.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing; Minors in Spanish And Italian

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
05.2020

Skills

  • Team Building
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Organizational Skills
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Detail Oriented

Accomplishments

graduated with Magna Cum Laude and Honors

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)

Affiliations

  • Writing and Translating Poetry
  • Creating Board and Card Games
  • Studying Languages
  • Travel
  • Sudoku
  • Baking

Certification

Teaching of English as a Foreign Language accredited certificate with 150 hours

Timeline

English Teacher

Wall Street English
05.2023 - 12.2023

English Tutor

Italki
01.2022 - Current

Translator

CineSmania
04.2021 - 08.2021

English Teaching Assistant

IES Vicente Aleixandre
10.2020 - 06.2021

University Research Assistant

University of Illinois at Chicago Multilingual Phonology Laboratory
01.2020 - 05.2020

Italian Peer Tutor and Marketing Assistant

University of Illinois at Chicago Center for Language and Cultural Learning
09.2018 - 05.2020

English Writing Tutor

University of Illinois at Chicago Writing Center
09.2017 - 05.2020

Master of Arts - Linguistics And Cognitive Studies

University of Siena

Accredited TEFL Certificate - Teaching English As A Foreign Language

Council On International Educational Exchange

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing; Minors in Spanish And Italian

University of Illinois At Chicago

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