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FALER BILLIE JO
SPRINGFIELD
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Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Founder & Director at English for Life Academy, specializing in curriculum development and program evaluation. Proven ability in strategic planning and cultural communication, enhancing learner engagement and outcomes. Expert in crafting effective digital learning resources and providing impactful feedback to diverse audiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder & Director
English for Life Academy
12.2023 - Current
- Developed curriculum frameworks and assessment systems evaluating learner progress, enhancing communication skills.
- Provided coaching and analytical feedback to professionals improving communication and presentation skills.
- Designed digital learning programs and training materials that engaged international learners.
- Produced written learning modules and instructional guides clarifying training resources.
ESL Instructor & Teacher Trainer
Greenville County Schools / Greenville Technical College
05.2023 - 01.2026
- Delivered academic and professional English instruction to adult learners from diverse linguistic backgrounds, improving language proficiency and communication skills.
- Developed structured assessment frameworks for evaluating written and spoken communication, ensuring consistent and objective evaluations that supported learner progress.
- Provided detailed written feedback to improve grammar, clarity, and communication effectiveness, directly contributing to learner advancement.
- Created instructional materials and learning resources for multiple courses, enhancing engagement and comprehension among learners.
Trainer & Consultant
Catalyst Intercultural
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Developed tailored learning materials and workshops to enhance skills of international organizations and professional teams.
- Delivered training programs focused on intercultural communication and professional writing.
- Guided global teams in enhancing clarity, tone, and accuracy of professional communication.
- Provided analytical feedback on written communication and cross-cultural messaging, enhancing clarity and effectiveness.
Virtual English Language Fellow
U.S. Department of State
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Delivered remote instruction and training support, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes for international academic institutions.
- Evaluated educational content and learning materials for clarity and cultural accessibility, supporting diverse learners' needs.
- Provided detailed feedback to enhance communication and instructional design across various educational contexts.
English Language Specialist
U.S. Department of State
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Designed and evaluated online learning programs that enhanced engagement in international education systems.
- Collaborated with international educators to refine training content, resulting in improved learner outcomes.
- Conducted needs assessments and qualitative analyses to enhance learning effectiveness in international education.
- Assessed communication clarity and instructional quality through systematic observation, identifying key areas for instructional improvements.
Education
Certificate - Learning Experience Design (LXD)
Portland State University
Portland10-2022
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Studies & Anthropology
Naropa University
Naropa01-2022
Master's Degree - Education (Divergent Learning)
Columbia College
South CarolinaSkills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Program evaluation
- Training program design
- User experience design
- Content strategy
- Quality assurance
- Data-driven decision making
- Communication strategy
- Diversity initiatives
- Critical analysis
- Online learning
Languages
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- English, Native
- Spanish, Professional Working Proficiency
- Portuguese, Basic Proficiency
Additional Qualifications
- Extensive experience evaluating written communication for clarity, accuracy, and logical structure.
- Skilled at comparing multiple responses and determining the most accurate and useful output.
- Experienced in identifying bias, ambiguity, and inconsistencies in written material.
- Strong ability to follow structured evaluation guidelines and provide detailed feedback.
- Experienced in developing rubrics and evaluation systems for assessing written responses.
Timeline
Founder & Director
English for Life Academy
12.2023 - Current
Trainer & Consultant
Catalyst Intercultural
09.2023 - 11.2024
ESL Instructor & Teacher Trainer
Greenville County Schools / Greenville Technical College
05.2023 - 01.2026
English Language Specialist
U.S. Department of State
12.2022 - 03.2023
Virtual English Language Fellow
U.S. Department of State
08.2021 - 11.2023
Certificate - Learning Experience Design (LXD)
Portland State University
Bachelor's Degree - Environmental Studies & Anthropology
Naropa University
Master's Degree - Education (Divergent Learning)
Columbia College