ESL AP CAPSTONE ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR CELTA

Kevin Allen Thurber, USA
Da Nang Vietnam| kevinthurber@msn.com
Professional Summary
International educator with 15 + years of classroom and program experience across China, Korea, Saudi Arabia
Uzbekistan. Skilled in AP and VCE instruction, communicative English, and differentiated teaching for
multilingual learners. Completed the Moreland University TeachNow Teacher’s License (Dec 2025) and
continuing toward a Master’s in Education (2026). Recognized for calm, structured classroom leadership and a
student-centered approach that builds measurable progress in confidence, fluency, and comprehension.
Key Experience Highlights
• AP Capstone and VCE English instruction (Grades 9–12) in international school settings
• Curriculum design and assessment aligned to Australian, Common Core, and College Board standards
• Blended-learning integration with Schoology, PowerSchool, and Microsoft 365 tools
• Proven ability to build cross-cultural rapport and motivate diverse learners
• Reflective teaching practice focused on clarity, pronunciation, and confidence
Selected Institutions
MoPSE UZ, Nukus (2026-May) ESL for 5-10G
World English Training Center, Qingdao (2025) | ESL for Primary–Adult learners
Wenzhou No. 21 Middle School, China (2023–2024) | VCE Diploma Program Instructor
AISB Hope International School, Beijing (2022–2023) | AP Seminar / Research, English Lit.
Hanvos-Kent High School, Ningbo (2020–2022) | Honors English 9–10
Education & Credentials
• TeachNow Teacher’s License (Moreland University) – Dec 2025
• Master’s in Education (Moreland University) – Planned 2026
• AP Capstone Seminar & Research Certification – College Board, 2022
• CELTA (Cambridge ESOL) – 2015 | TEFL 120 hr (Language 1st) – 2012
Core Competencies
Curriculum Design · Differentiated Instruction · ESL/EFL Pedagogy · Assessment Design · Educational
Technology · Student Engagement · Cross-Cultural Communication
References available upon request.