English Language Institute
What is a Language Assistant?
As a Language Assistant, I taught the listening and speaking portion of the English as a second language curriculum. This means that I created lesson plans, crafted engaging activities and vocabulary, and fostered a safe learning environment for students coming from a multitude of countries. I also facilitated weekly activities that gave students the chance to practice English and learn about American culture. Many students are preparing to attend a Ph.D. or masters program after perfecting their English, but some students begin with a basic knowledge of English. It is so rewarding to help them grow!
​
My favorite part of being a Language Assistant was engaging with students and learning more about each of their native countries and cultures. Everyone is so accepting and curious of each other's traditions, foods and more! See the pictures below for some of my favorite memories at the ELI!
 Halloween 2021! |  Students saw the UF Bat Houses for a spooky evening! |
|---|---|
 Day trip to St. Augustine! |  Game Night at Reitz Union |
 Our sunglasses are styling! |  |
 |  Welcome to the ELI! |
 |  Florida Natural History Museum |
 |  |
 Downtown Scavenger Hunt! |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  The first class I taught: L/S 30! |
 |  |
 |  Students' first time at the Football stadium! |
 Plaza Hangout |  The second class I taught with their end of the year superlatives! |
 Graduation for the Students! |  Painting Pumpkins! |
 Games at Plaza! |  Micanopy Fall Market! |
 |  |
 |  My last class, they were my first higher level class and they were amazing! |
 Twister! |  Graduation! |
 Bowling Hangout with my class! |  |
 |  Thanksgiving! Everyone brought traditional dishes from their countries. |
 |  |
 Summer Graduation! |  |
 End of the Year Game Day! |  I love these students and how much they have grown :) |
 Painting the UF Tunnel! |  |
 Potluck at the end of the semester! |