Kim Henrie, B.A. (Hons.), B.Ed. (Adult Ed.), M.Ed., OCELT, CP MSE

Experienced teaching LINC, ESL, EAP, OSLT/WPP, & Communications in school board, non-profit, college & university settings, including in-person, blended, and online delivery 

Highlights: 

• LINC CLB 1-8 (in-person/blended/online delivery) [Mohawk College/LINC Home Study Program, IWC/HWDSB]

• LINC College Preparation: Listening/Speaking & Reading/Writing classes [blended delivery) [Mohawk College]

• Workplace Preparation Program/OSLT/Bridge to Work in Community Services (in-person/online delivery) [Mohawk College]

• LINC Home study program CLB 4-7 (computer-based/correspondence-based) [Achēv]

• Communications [Mohawk College]​​

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Experienced in developing/revising curricula and assessments and designing/revising programs

Highlights:

• Revised curricula for LINC College Preparation: Listening & Speaking and Reading & Writing classes [Mohawk College]

• Revised existing curricula for Bridge to Work in Community Services Programs to creates two new courses for Fall 2020 intake [Mohawk College]

• Reviewed existing WPP program content & curriculum to create a twelve-week 5 module program delivered in two six week intakes [Mohawk College]

• Provided professional development and support around the implementation of Portfolio-based Language Assessment (PBLA) in the LINC program [Mohawk College]

• Developed and reviewed content for the PBLA for Innovative Training Project (Ontario) [CCLB]

• Involved in program and curriculum development and providing instructor support for the undergraduate EAP bridging year MELD (McMaster English Language Development Diploma) [McMaster University]

• Edited the LINC Home Study Core Curriculum content, layout, and formatting according to standards set in style guide [Achēv]

• Edited and developed content, layout, and format for the LINC Home Study Exit Tests according to standards set in style guide [Achēv]

Experienced developing and delivering high-stakes standardized tests

Highlights:

• Rate the proficiency of Duolingo English Test (DET) test-takers speaking & writing responses based on DET rubrics and provide a Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) aligned rating [Duolingo English Test]

• Participated in standard validation study to evaluate the SWRL cut-score thresholds between the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and Duolingo English Test (DET) [Duolingo English Test]

• ​Participated in standard-setting panel to map Duolingo English Test to Canadian Language Benchmarks [CCLB/Duolingo English Test]

• Trained/supported instructional faculty and ensured consistency and quality assurance as a Lead Assessor for Material Handling 4.0 project across multi-college implementation [Mohawk College, City School]

• Conducted IELTS speaking exams and graded writing exams (academic & general training) [Conestoga College]

• Provided on-site support and administered pilot reading test and full test for Milestones Test Project [CCLB]

• Created/developed new items & passages for Paragon’s language assessment tests. Completed item reviews and item revisions [Paragon Testing Enterprises, Inc.]

• Administered Linguaskill on demand to assess language skills [McMaster University, MODEL Program]

Experienced teacher trainer in TESL theory, methods, second language acquisition & pedagogy

Highlights:

• Taught Linguist 4E03: ESL Teaching Methods: An overview of major issues in TESL/TESOL in Canada and elsewhere.  Students were familiarized with key theories, methods, & approaches to ESL teaching & learning and participated in weekly grammar workshops & practice teaching sessions [McMaster University, Dept. of Linguistics & Languages]

• Supervised/mentored TESL practicum students pursuing TESL certification (various)