EIL Program Intern
- Supported EIL classroom instruction and activity design.
- Provided feedback on student writing and assignments.
- Delivered one-on-one tutoring for academic writing.
TESOL Portfolio
Natalia Oviedo
Bilingual (Spanish/English) TESOL major and language educator with a human-centered teaching approach, focused on vocabulary development, academic writing support, and meaningful language learning experiences.
Professional Profile
Natalia is a TESOL undergraduate at Brigham Young University-Hawaii (expected graduation: April 2026). Her work supports multilingual learners through one-on-one tutoring, collaborative classroom instruction, and practical communicative activities. Her research interests include vocabulary acquisition, second language assessment, and English for Specific Purposes (ESP).
Experience
Spanish Tutor
- Led one-on-one and small-group sessions for undergraduate students.
- Built personalized plans with grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation goals.
- Designed supplementary materials for language practice.
English Evening Exchange Instructor
- Designed communicative lessons for English language learners.
- Facilitated interactive speaking-focused activities.
English Connect Instructor (Online)
- Taught conversational English and grammar fundamentals to adult learners.
- Created interactive online lessons in an inclusive space.
Education
Brigham Young University-Hawaii
Bachelor of Arts in TESOL
Minor: Health and Human Science and Entrepreneurship
Core Competencies
Researches
Academic and practical projects centered on TESOL pedagogy, assessment, and contextualized vocabulary learning.
Teaching Philosophy
Reflection-based framework that compares teaching to surfing, emphasizing meaningful input, learner accountability, and a classroom culture where mistakes are part of growth.
Open DocumentGap-Fill Without Word Bank Testing
Undergraduate research project exploring gap-fill tests without word banks for evaluating Academic Word List knowledge and contextual understanding.
Vocabulary Lesson for Kiribati Tourism Context
Designed a 50-minute ESP lesson integrating conservation, local customs, and tourism-focused vocabulary.
Studies & Academic Contributions
Mini Vocabulary Lesson Series
Developed short, interactive lessons for adult EIL learners with emphasis on contextualized vocabulary usage.
Conference Presentation
Presentation: The Importance of Teaching Vocabulary in ESL Classrooms, including practical strategies and AI-assisted material development.
Academic Resume
Full resume with education, teaching work, and project history.
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