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Creation of Team ELL Pamphlet  (2023-2024)

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Creation of Team ELL Pamphlet  (2023-2024)

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After collaborating with my team, I used Canva to create a pamphlet making our work for the community more transparent. These pamphlets have been shared with new families during admissions and at our yearly Open Houses.

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Completed September 2025

Valid until September 2027

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Teach Up Level 2: Safeguarding and Child Protection

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Teach Up Level 2: Safeguarding and Child Protection

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Completed August 2025

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Kaohsiung American School, Beginner Grade 5 EAL, Winter 2025

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Kaohsiung American School, Beginner Grade 5 EAL, Winter 2025

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This lesson was given to two grade 5 students. The overall WIDA scores for both students was approximately 2.5. This was a word study lesson. These students needed to learn the meaning and patterns.

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2025.02.24 Feb. 2025 Sean Butler Formal Observation  (1)

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I had the opportunity to attend this informative workshop empowering me with the steps to implement and complete research in my current school setting. Results will be available May 2025.

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Kaohsiung American School Summer English Academy, Elementary Director, July 2023, 2024, & 2025

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Kaohsiung American School Summer English Academy, Elementary Director, July 2023, 2024, & 2025

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It was my role to coordinate parents and students for a two-week English language camp. I communicated with & invoiced parents, as well as planned, prepared, and engaged students in meaningful lessons that involved the four components of English language learning. Additionally, I supervised and scheduled teachers and interns.

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Kaohsiung American School, After School Club: Learning English through movies and songs, 2024-2025

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Kaohsiung American School, After School Club: Learning English through movies and songs, 2024-2025

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Students completed an interest survey. The songs and movies were selected based on their interests.

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I had the opportunity to lead a job alike with ELTs from Kaohsiung American School, Taipei American School, and Dominican International School Kaohsiung.

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Kaohsiung American School, Dragon Camp Leader of Grades 3-5, June 2023

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Kaohsiung American School, Dragon Camp Leader of Grades 3-5, June 2023

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With the help of a co-teacher, I planned, prepared, and engaged students in two weeks of camp activities based on the themes of sports and nutrition, and animal habitats.

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Child Protection Refresher for International Schools 2022

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Child Protection Refresher for International Schools 2022

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Completed August 2023

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Upper Elementary ELL Teacher 2022-Present
Kaohsiung, Taiwan

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Kaohsiung American School, Intermediate Grade 4 EAL, Winter 2023

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Kaohsiung American School, Intermediate Grade 4 EAL, Winter 2023

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The lesson was given to two grade 4 students. Both had goals dealing with reading comprehension. This lesson was about making predictions.

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Students enjoying quesadillas, pozole, and esquites. 

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With the help of a co-teacher, I planned, prepared, and engaged students in two 6-week sessions around Mexican culture. The students learned basic Spanish (taught by me), and learned about music, dress, and customs. The last part of each class had a cooking element. We hoped that the students learned to be open-minded and risk-takers.

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Sean Charles Butler Singapore 2023 WIDA Institute Certificate (1)

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Second Step Child Protection Certificate

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Second Step Child Protection Certificate

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The Second Step® Child Protection Unit for Early Learning through Grade 5 provides a multi-layered approach to child safety. By creating a child protection strategy and educating adults throughout the school, you can be prepared to recognize, respond to, and report abuse.
Completed August 1, 2022

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Pre-First Teacher 2020-2022
Mexico City, Mexico

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Peterson School, Pre-First Teacher, 2020-2022

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Peterson School, Pre-First Teacher, 2020-2022

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Spring MAP Test results in Math for a Pre-First student. Here you can see this student's projected growth versus the actual RIT growth.

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With the help of a colleague,  I taught a cooking class to K4- 4th grade students. I planned the lessons, ordered the materials, and taught the cooking class. We always discussed the origin of each recipe along with learning about the country, the colors of the flag, and words in that language.

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Mentor/ Internal Professional Development Leader 2017-2019

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Mentor/ Internal Professional Development Leader 2017-2019

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During an in-service, the Internal PD Committee designed a workshop entitled "Getting Away from Worksheets". We asked the faculty to work in groups to brainstorm activities that could be done instead of giving students a worksheet. Each group received a worksheet and wrote down alternate activities for each. This collage shows the teams working together and presenting their ideas.

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PYP Making the PYP Happen Certificate.PDF

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The International School of Nanshan Shenzhen

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The International School of Nanshan Shenzhen

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EAL Teacher 2019-2020
Shenzhen, China

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EAL Teacher 2018-2019
1st Grade Teacher/Team Leader 2017-2018
Pre-K Teacher 2016-2017
Shanghai, China

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1st Grade Teacher 2014-2016
Mexico City, Mexico

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1st Grade Teacher 2013-2014
3rd Grade Teacher 2012-2013
Naucalpan, Mexico

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5th Grade Reading and Spelling Teacher 2011-2012
Tlalnepantla, Mexico

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1st Grade Teacher 2008-2011
Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A.

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This was reported by the elementary school principal regarding the number of English Language Learners at the beginning of the year compared to the end of the year. The department was comprised of four EAL teachers. Two taught middle and high school. A coworker and I taught elementary.

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This lesson was given during distance learning. It was a small group of 5 students who were reading above grade level.

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Sean C Butler - Formal Observation Feedback

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The Peterson School, Pre-First, Fall 2020

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The Peterson School, Pre-First, Fall 2020

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This lesson was given during distance learning. It was a whole class math class about number bonds using math stories.

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This photograph was taken by the head of school during an observation about reading comprehension strategies (connecting to prior knowledge). 

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Hong Qiao International School, EAL Teacher, Spring 2019

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Hong Qiao International School, EAL Teacher, Spring 2019

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This is an observation of an EAL lesson about connecting to prior knowledge as a reading strategy.

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“Not all who wander are lost.” –J.R.R. Tolkien

My Journey Begins

Born amidst the vibrant heart of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, my early years were a whirlwind of new horizons, thanks to my military family's nomadic spirit. We crisscrossed the globe, each new destination igniting my burgeoning passions for music, languages, cultures, and the rich tapestry of human connection. These passions weren't just hobbies; they were a compass, ultimately guiding me to the verdant landscapes of Costa Rica in 2007 to immerse myself in the captivating rhythms of the Spanish language.

Charting a New Course

My quest for knowledge continued, leading me to the University of Memphis, where I emerged in 2008 with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Spanish. It was in the bustling classrooms of a Memphis public school, teeming with bright Hispanic ELLs, that my true calling crystallized. Teaching wasn't just a profession; it was a profound connection, and my heart yearned to empower these young linguistic adventurers. This revelation propelled me forward, culminating in a Master's in TESL in 2011. It was then, armed with new knowledge and an insatiable drive, that my grand adventure truly began!

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Thanks for all your contributions beyond your pull out and push in work, Mr Butler. You’ve volunteered for many additional responsibilities every year: leading workshops with colleagues, developing materials, creating videos for our monthly ES Assemblies (always fun to see!), meeting potential parents at Open House events, leading our Summer English Academy, and more. I often see you on the soccer field supervising and interacting at recess time; your caring and firm engagement with students is a big factor for your success with them. On a different level, I appreciate the positive impact you have on faculty morale. Thanks for all you do for our English language learners directly, and indirectly, Sean!

-Jim Laney, Jr. (Head of School)

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Issued by the Commission on Professional Standards in Education of Nevada 

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Issued by the Commission on Professional Standards in Education of Nevada 

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Elementary K-8

English Language Acquistion & Development K-8

Valid until June 17, 2031

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A Thank You note from a curriculum coordinator

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A Thank You note from a curriculum coordinator

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Sean,

Thank you for running the trip planning session and helping to host the (mini-) EARCOS crew over the weekend. We are grateful for your help and efforts!

-Jenny Mitchell(Curriculum Coordinator)

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Issued by the Department of Education in Tennessee

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Issued by the Department of Education in Tennessee

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Elementary Education K-5

Valid until August 31, 2031.

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Thank you for guiding me through the process of creating, building, and presenting the session (on prevening the summer slide in elementary students). I appreciate how you patiently listened to my suggestions and it really made me feel included.

-Charlene Lin (Lower ES ELL Teacher)

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A Thank You message on Seesaw from a Summer English Academy parent

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A Thank You message on Seesaw from a Summer English Academy parent

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"Dear Mr. Sean,

Thank you so much for taking the time to welcome <my students> and for involving them in the recent campus activities. They’ve been sharing many positive experiences and we truly appreciate your warm support."