Sara Levine

ESOL Teacher at UNIVERSITY SETTLEMENT SOCIETY OF NEW YORK

Sara Levine has over 30 years of work experience in the field of English language education. Sara currently works as an English Second Language Teacher at Henry Street Settlement. Prior to this, Sara worked at Catch English as an English Language Consultant, where they provided instruction in American English pronunciation, business communication, daily conversation, and academic writing to professionals from various companies. Sara also worked as an ESOL Teacher at University Settlement Society of New York and Ridgewood Bushwick Senior Citizen Council, teaching immigrants enrolled in the Adult Literacy Program. Additionally, Sara worked as an Editor at MyDocumate, assisting students with their applications to top-tier academic programs and conducting mock interviews. Sara also served as a Senior Instructor at IBEC Language Institute, Inc., specializing in American English pronunciation, business discussion, grammar, and life seminars for Japanese businesspeople, actors, journalists, musicians, housewives, and students. Throughout their career, Sara has been involved in curriculum coordination and creation, contributing valuable materials still used by the institutions.

Sara Levine's education history includes multiple degrees and certifications obtained over several years. In 1988, they graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Arts in Cultural Anthropology. In 1993-1994, Sara pursued further education at The Neighborhood Playhouse, focusing on Acting for Film and Theatre.

In 1990-1991, they attended the School for International Training, where they immersed herself in various subjects such as Language Immersion, Cultural Immersion, Anthropology, Balinese/Javanese Music, and Balinese Dance. Later, in 1998, Sara completed the Cambridge University TESOL Program, obtaining certification in Teaching English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL).

In terms of additional certifications, Sara holds a CELTA certification from Cambridge University. The exact timeline of when they obtained this certification is not specified.

Continuing their educational journey, Sara pursued a Master of Arts degree in Teaching English as a Second or Other Language at Hunter College. Sara'sstudies at Hunter College concluded in 2021. Additionally, in 2014, they completed a short program at The University of Edinburgh, receiving a Statement of Accomplishment in Philosophy and the Sciences.

Sara has also taken part in specific training programs related to their field of expertise. In 2013, they completed the BEST Plus Administrator Training at the Center for Applied Linguistics. The same year, they attended The City College of New York for the Strategies for Teaching English to Adult Immigrants course.

Overall, Sara Levine has a diverse education history with a strong focus on anthropological studies, language teaching, and acting.

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  • ESOL Teacher

    August, 2013 - present