Caring Spanish/English Bilingual Tutor — Experienced with Many Levels — Specialized in Writing

Colin's resume

Formal Education

MA Rhetoric & Composition. University of Central Florida, expected graduation May 2021

MA TESOL. University of Central Florida, May 2018

BA Spanish. University of Wisconsin–Green Bay, August 2015
Minors in Environmental Science, International Business, and Accounting
Graduated Magna Cum Laude

Paid Teaching and Tutoring Experience

The English Language Institute (ELI) at UCF May 2019 – Present
Adjunct Instructor
 Courses being taught: Intermediate Reading and Cinema
 Plan and develop the courses based on Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) provided by the
institute’s curriculum and the unique dynamic of each class to enhance learning engagement
 Assess students’ achievement of SLOs through in-class activities, assignments, and exams
 Provide individualized feedback for assignments based on each student’s unique educational
background, language proficiency, and future educational or professional plans
The English Language Institute (ELI) at UCF May 2018 – August 2018
 Courses taught: Advanced Reading, Intermediate Communication Skills, Introductory and
Advanced Grammar, Intermediate and Advanced Writing, and Business Writing

Global UCF May 2017 – December 2017
Private English Tutor
 Gave face-to-face feedback to each student on their writing for EAP I & II and Comp I & II
 Provided English instruction, including mini-lessons and detailed notes for the student to keep

Harmon Hall (Merida, Mexico) December 2015 – June 2016
English Teacher
 Gave integrated skills English classes to students of intermediate to advanced proficiency
 Graded students on class participation, oral exams, written quizzes, and other projects

University of Wisconsin–Green Bay January 2014 – December 2014
Spanish Tutor
 Gave individualized feedback on students’ compositions, presentations, and conversation skills
 Led conversation tables and study groups for upcoming Spanish exams

Graduate Teaching Assistant Experience at The University of Central Florida

Writing Center – Consultant August 2018 – May 2019
 Talked with students of various educational backgrounds—including dual enrollment,
undergraduate, graduate, and postdoc—on their writing product at hand and process in general
 Offered advice on issues relating to grammar, structure, clarity, and general audience awareness

EAP I & II (English for Academic Purposes) – Assistant August 2017 – May 2018
 Graded international students' outlines, drafts, portfolios, and quizzes, sometimes within two days
 Provided audiovisual feedback on students' submissions with Open Broadcasting Software (OBS)
 Consulted with the instructor to discuss the curriculum and students' progress in the course

Listening and Speaking – Instructor of Record May 2017 – August 2017
 Taught an introductory class for students of various linguistic backgrounds (Japanese-, Arabic-,
and Spanish-speaking students) and proficiency levels at the English Language Institute (ELI)
 Planned and developed the course based on Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) provided by the
institute’s curriculum and the unique dynamic of the class

TSL 4240 (Issues in Second Language Acquisition) – Assistant August 2016 – May 2017
 Graded weekly assignments for 55 students with individualized commentary
 Assisted undergraduate students with course questions through email, calls, or video chat
 Consulted with the course instructor to discuss any necessary changes to the course

Volunteer Experience
Adult Literacy League November 2017 – Present
Private English Tutor

Adult Literacy League January 2018 – November 2018
English Class Instructor

Green Bay Literacy January 2014 – December 2014
Private English Tutor

Local and Regional Conference Presentations

Nohr, C. (2016). Teaching useful noun clauses for college-bound ESL students. Presented at CFTESOL,
Orlando, FL.

Ramirez-Quintana, M., Nohr, C., & Pauleti, S. (2017). Contrastive corrective feedback in student writing: A
focus on ELLs with Spanish and Portuguese L1s. Presented at CFTESOL, Orlando, FL.

Ramirez-Quintana, M., Nohr, C., & Pauleti, S. (2018). Helping Spanish- and Portuguese-Speaking ELLs
confidently bridge the linguistic gap. Presented at SSTESOL, Orlando, FL.

Awards and Honors
Graduate Dean’s Fellowship, University of Central Florida (2016-2017)
Academic Excellence Award in Spanish, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (2015)