Struggling to effectively engage your Second Language Learners?
This struggle can lead to:
Declining test scores
Stagnant language growth
Decreased student attendance
Increased dropout rates
Rising behavior issues in class
Feelings of inadequacy
Teacher frustration and burnout
What causes the stress?
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Lack of Approriate Training
Teachers often lack the training and resources required to effectively address the needs of the rapidly expanding English Language Learner population.
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Lessons and Materials
Traditional lessons and assessments often do not address the needs of students learning English while simultaneously acquiring new content
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Assessment and Grading
Inadequate assessments without proper scaffolds and accommodations, along with outdated grading policies, fail to accurately measure English Learners' comprehension and application of content.
The Solution
Empowering teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to enhance English Language Learners' development, enabling students to access the curriculum and thrive alongside their English-speaking peers—all through the expert guidance of Esperanza Wickert.
MTTS™ Multi-Tiered Teacher Support
Tier 1: Whole Group
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Available in the following sessions:
1.5 hours
3 hours
6 hours
Tier II: Small Group
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Groups (grade level, subject area, specialist, coaches, counselors, team, etc) come together to discuss and set goals to improve EL learning. After establishing goals, coaching, reflection and Actionable Feedback follow.
Tier III: Individual
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Individual and specialized programming to meet personal goal setting, followed by the BDA (Before, During and After) coaching, reflection and Actionable Feedback
Meet Esperanza “Macky” Wickert
Dedicated ~ Passionate ~Knowledgeable
Bring JOY back to teaching! Esperanza can show you how.
With 38 years of experience in Urban Education with a passion for English as Second Language and the success of ALL Multilinguals, Esperanza collaborates with ALL educators who engineer the school environment to meet the needs of MLs/ELs.
With a BS in Elementary and Kindergarten Education from the Pennsylvania State University, ESL Specialist Certificate and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction (ESL Emphasis) from Kansas State University, she is prepared to support teachers to give access to English Learners in all areas of the curriculum.
She strongly believes that a “Once and Done” approach to professional development is inadequate and advocates for ongoing learning, through training sessions, coaching and 1-1 support.
Our Services
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Meeting teachers needs in whole group sessions, followed by small group and or individual sessions to collaborate, discuss, set goals, adapt, accommodate, engage and interact with students and their learning.
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Align your teaching to accommodate the needs of Second Language Learners. Many topics available for professional development. Recommended following up with coaching and MTTS ™ Multi-Tiered Teacher Support.
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Works with small teams (grade level, content, specialty, administration, Reading Specialist, TechEd, Special Ed, Speech Pathologist, Guidance Counselors) to set goals, collaborate, adjust and adapt and give Actionable Feedback.
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Offering equitable assessment opportunities for students and grading solutions for teachers
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Works with Administration and Teams to support:
*placements
*intake
*programs
*curriculum
*Educator evaluations
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Empowering Parents as Essential Partners in Learning
Our innovative Quarterly Quest program is designed to revolutionize parental engagement in the child's educational journey. By participating in these dynamic sessions, they are encouraged to become an integral part of the school community, actively contributing to their child's academic success.
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An honest exposure of ELs, exploring life and learning between two languages and cultures. Both are intertwined to reveal the gift one's language and experience brings to their learning, in the question for knowledge, understanding, growth and purpose.
“Macky provided exceptional professional development for our staff focused on supporting our Multi-Lingual Learner students in writing. Her work included whole-staff PD, grade-level small group sessions, and individualized coaching—each one incredibly valuable and perfectly tailored to our needs.
Thanks to the practical scaffolds and strategies she introduced, our students developed stronger writing stamina, greater confidence, and a genuine enjoyment of writing. The impact was immediate and measurable: our writing scores exceeded those of every other school in the district.
Macky’s expertise, support, and thoughtful approach helped our staff grow professionally and made a remarkable difference for our students.”