Instructor: Jon Cowart

Biography: Jon has been in public education for 15 years. He started teaching English as a second language in Chile before earning his Master's Degree in World Language/ESL Education. He taught high school Spanish and ESL for 10 years in Memphis, TN before transitioning into leadership as an instructional coach, school leader, and most recently as district director of Multilingual Learners in Everett, WA. Jon presents nationally to school districts and school-based teams on Comprehensible Input strategies, emphasizing classroom management, Total Physical Response, and personalizing curriculum. He teaches a monthly class online to teachers from across the country on classroom management strategies specific to CI/ADI teachers. In his free time, he enjoys reading, watching football (go Titans), enjoying nature with his dogs, and building LEGO� sets. He currently lives near Seattle, Washington with his husband and 2 dogs.

Classes by this instructor

LinguaFest @ COCC: Rethinking the Power of Language

Calling all second language teachers in need of a refreshing change! Join our groundbreaking conference designed exclusively for educators who've faced burnout and are seeking innovative solutions. Discover how to use language to inspire joy and build strong classroom communities, with authentic teaching labs showcasing revolutionary strategies. Engage in interactive workshops, dynamic presentations, and collaborative sessions to challenge your practices and gain firsthand knowledge of the latest research. Connect with like-minded teachers to fuel your professional growth and reignite your passion for second language teaching. Together, we shape the future of language acquisition on a transformative journey. LinguaFest attendees are eligible for 2.4 Continuing Education Units with a minimum 90% completion rate. Certificates will be mailed to students after the event.
July 1-3, 2024 | 8:30am-4:30pm | Redmond