BILINGUAL THAI-ENGLISH EDUCATOR
Amanda Dewaal
About
I believe education has the power to transform lives. My mission is to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help students discover their potential through the English language. By fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom, I aim to prepare learners for academic success, personal growth, and global citizenship.
With more than 20 years of teaching experience in the United States and Thailand, I am dedicated to empowering multilingual learners through engaging, student-centered instruction. My expertise includes ESL, ELA, and ELD instruction, curriculum development, and creating inclusive learning environments that help students build confidence and achieve academic success.
Bilingual ESL/ELA/ELD and math educator with more than 20 years of experience teaching multilingual learners in the United States and overseas. Experienced in adult ESL, academic English development, literacy instruction, curriculum design, and technology-integrated learning environments.
Currently teaching English Language Development (ELD) in California while pursuing a Master of Arts in English and a TESOL Certificate at UCLA Extension. Skilled in supporting students from diverse linguistic, cultural, and academic backgrounds through differentiated instruction, communicative teaching methodologies, and student-centered learning practices.
Professional experience includes K–12 ESL/ELD/ELA instruction, adult ESL instruction, academic leadership, online teaching, literacy support, and curriculum development. Passionate about helping multilingual learners build confidence, communication skills, academic proficiency, and opportunities for long-term success.
Experience
Data Annotation Specialist (Contract) - Experis@Meta
Los Angeles County, California, United States · Remote
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Annotate Thai-language content in accordance with established workflow guidelines and quality standards.
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Apply bilingual proficiency in Thai and English to produce accurate, consistent, and high-quality language annotations.
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Apply annotation methodologies, quality rubrics, and established standards when labeling large datasets.
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Use internal annotation platforms to complete data annotation tasks while maintaining confidentiality.
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Identify annotation errors, language patterns, and trends, and communicate findings in accordance with established workflows.
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Develop subject matter expertise in assigned annotation workflows and quality guidelines.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
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Teach adult English language learners in an intensive ESL program.
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Plan and deliver student-centered lessons focused on speaking, grammar, reading, writing, listening, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
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Use communicative activities, role plays, discussions, presentations, and projects to support student engagement and fluency.
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Assess student progress through participation, homework, weekly review activities, and end-of-module assessments.
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Adapt course materials and supplemental activities to meet students’ language levels, learning needs, and classroom goals.
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Maintain attendance, grades, and classroom records in accordance with school procedures.
Los Angeles County, California, United States
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Managed daily business operations, customer relations, staff coordination, and marketing initiatives.
Nishiyamato Academy of California
ELD (English Language Development) Teacher
Apr 2025 - Jun 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos
Los Angeles County, California, United States · On-site
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Plan and deliver ELD instruction for Grades 1–9 in small-group settings of 8–20 students.
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Support multilingual learners in developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency aligned with California ELD standards.
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Design differentiated lessons focused on academic vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and oral fluency.
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Collaborate with homeroom and subject-area teachers to support student language development across content areas.
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Utilize formative assessments and instructional strategies to monitor student progress and improve engagement.
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Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that promotes student confidence and participation.
Teacher (English ESL and ELA, Math)
Various U.S. & Thai Schools (including LAUSD and private institutions)
Jun 2005 - Jun 2026 · 21 yrs 1 mo
Los Angeles, California, United States, and Thailand · On-site
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Provided math and ESL instruction at beginner, intermediate, advanced, and Business English levels, supporting multilingual learners in developing speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, and communication skills.
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Developed individualized lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to diverse learning needs and English proficiency levels.
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Provided one-on-one and small-group instruction to support academic growth and language acquisition.
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Integrated interactive learning activities and technology-based tools to increase student participation and comprehension.
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Assessed student progress through formative assessments and adjusted instructional methods accordingly.
Sparadise Hollywood Spa&Wellness Center
Los Angeles, California, United States
Aug 2021 - Aug 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo
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Managed daily business operations, customer relations, staff coordination, and marketing initiatives.
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Developed and maintained company website content and digital advertising campaigns.
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Conducted employee training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
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Oversaw business communication, administrative operations, and customer service standards.
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Managed phone inquiries, scheduled appointments, and maintained customer records using Salon Iris software.
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Prepared daily shift reports and balanced cash transactions accurately.
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Provided administrative support to ensure smooth office operations and handled various tasks during peak times.
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Conduct live online English and Thai language instruction for children and multilingual learners.
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Develop interactive virtual lessons using digital learning platforms and multimedia tools.
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Adapt instructional materials to accommodate varying proficiency levels and learning styles.
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Maintain high levels of student engagement through structured online classroom management and interactive activities.
Customer Service Representative
Contract Work, UKVisas, British Embassy Bangkok, Thailand
Nov 2009 - Feb 2014 · 4 yrs 4 mos
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Assisted clients with UK visa application procedures in both English and Thai.
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Maintained accurate documentation and data entry in a high-volume professional environment.
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Provided bilingual customer support while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
English as a Second Language (ESL)Instructor
Jul 2005 - Jul 2006 · 1 yr 1 mo
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Hosted and presented English-language educational content for ESL/EFL learners through university television programming.
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Delivered instructional presentations and English-learning content for student audiences.
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Developed strong public speaking, educational presentation, and on-camera communication skills.
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Supported English language learning through media-based instruction and audience engagement.
20+ Years of Teaching Excellence
More than two decades of experience teaching English language learners in the United States and Thailand across elementary, secondary, adult, and online learning environments.
International Teaching Experience
Successfully taught multilingual learners from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments.
Curriculum Development
Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans, instructional materials, and classroom activities that support English language acquisition and student success.
Graduate Education
Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in English while completing a TESOL Certificate, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional growth.
Academic Excellence
Graduated with Distinction from the UCLA Extension Early Childhood Education Certificate program and earned recognition on the Dean's Honor List while completing an Associate of Arts in English.
Technology-Integrated Instruction
Experienced in integrating digital tools such as Google Classroom, Zoom, Canva, and PowerPoint to create interactive and effective learning experiences.
Educational Media Experience
Hosted an educational English television program, developing strong public speaking, instructional presentation, and communication skills.
Bilingual Communication
Fluent in Thai and English, enabling effective communication with multilingual learners and diverse educational communities.
Education
Master's Degree Candidate-Expected Graduation: Fall 2026
UCLA Extension, University of California, Los Angeles
UCLA Extension TESOL Certification (in progress)
Expected Graduation: Fall 2026
UCLA Extension, University of California, Los Angeles
- Early Childhood Education Credential
Grade: 4.0
Activities and societies: Graduate with distinction
Associate of Arts - AA, English
Activities and societies: Dean’s honor student List
Dhurakij Pundit University | DPU
International College, International Bachelor of Arts in English for Business Communication (IBEC)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Professional Teaching Certificate