Maria Schiesaro

8-month experience as an Italian language assistant at Lomond School and as a tutor in the school's boarding house.

• Planned and delivered lessons according to the IB (International Baccalaureate) programme in Italian as a second language (listening activities, speaking practice, writing formats, and reading comprehensions);
• Had one-on-one conversations with S5 and S6 students (aged 16-18);
• Helped students prepare for their written and oral exams;
• Liaised closely with Italian teachers and shared useful material;
• Helped grade oral and written exams;
• Reviewed grammar and vocabulary topics through interactive exercises and activities (quizzes, escape rooms, multiple choice, YouTube videos, vlogs, etc.);
• Gave presentations on Italian culture and traditions;
• Developed teaching materials;
• Co-ran an Italian language club for Transitus students (Winter term);
• Lived with students of different ages and nationalities;
• Supervised and supported boarders;
• Collaborated closely with other tutors and members of staff;
• Helped students with their prep (focus on modern languages - Italian, Spanish and French);
• Planned outdoor and indoor activities with boarders (ex. walks, baking).

Private lessons in English and Spanish for primary, middle school, high school, university students, and adults.

• Conducted weekly private lessons with students ranging from beginner to advanced levels.
• Grammar and vocabulary review through interactive exercises and activities (quizzes, multiple-choice, games, youtube videos, etc.);
• Facilitated conversation in the target language;
• Translation of short texts or essays from English into Italian, and vice versa.
• Assessed students' proficiency in reading and listening
• Provided students with writing techniques.

• Supervised children;
• Assisted with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children;
• Assisted children with homework and test preparation;
• Used English during daily activities;
• Developed engaging interactive activities and games;
• Tailored activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
• Organized playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
• Maintained a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.

Full-time teacher in a middle school in Vicenza.

• Planned and delivered lessons to students aged 11-14;
• Coordinated a class;
• Supported students with difficulties;
• Ensured that each student participation and attendance were monitored;
• Planned interactive activities and games (use of Kahoot, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Classroom);
• Delivered CLIL lessons;
• Attended on-site and online meetings and training courses;
• Graded oral and written tests;
• Provided oral and written feedback for students;
• Assigned and graded homework;
• Cooperated closely with English colleagues and shared useful material;
• Attended parent-teacher meetings and kept them updated on students' progress and behavior;
• Exam Cambridge exam preparation courses and practice (KET, PET) for year 2-3 students (second and final year).

One-month experience as a substitute English teacher in a local middle school.

• Planned lessons responsive to students' individual needs;
• Gave on-site and online lessons;
• Supervised classes and ensured all students learned in a safe and positive environment;
• Planned interactive activities and educational games (use of Kahoot, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Classroom);
• Graded oral and written tests;
• Provided feedback for students;
• Assigned and graded homework;
• Cooperated closely with English colleagues and shared useful materials;
• Attended parent-teacher meetings and kept them updated on students' progress and behavior.

Full-time role as a substitute English teacher in a local middle school.

• Planned lessons responsive to students' individual needs;
• Coordinated a class;
• Gave on-site and online lessons;
• Assigned homework and group activities;
• Graded oral and written tests;
• Provided students with written and oral feedback;
• Planned activities and educational games (use of Kahoot, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Classroom);
• Supported students who needed extra guidance;
• Collaborated closely with colleagues and shared useful materials;
• Attended staff meetings and webinars on teaching methods and educational procedures;
• Met students' parents and kept them updated on students' progress and behavior.

150-hour internship as an English teaching assistant in a local high school.

• Conducted direct classroom observations;
• Interacted and collaborated with tutor and English lecturer;
• Organized activities and class material;
• Explained grammar and literature topics to third, fourth and fifth-year students (use of PowerPoint presentations to introduce a new topic, brainstorming activities, oral discussions, and written exercises);
• Gave online lessons (use of Google Meet and Google Classroom to share the study material);
• Graded oral and written tests.

Working experience abroad during high school (Progetto Leonardo). Internship as a sales assistant in Cannes, France.

• Greeted customers and assisted them in finding the items they were looking for;
• Collaborated with other team members;
• Provided shopping advice to customers;
• Arranged items in the display shelves;
• Cleaned and rearranged the store;
• Maintained work area organization and cleanliness to uphold production levels and safety standards.