Aaron Cortez
DYKE
Summary
Results-driven Language Educator and Academic Advisor with extensive international experience in Spanish, ESL, and multicultural education. Skilled in immersive language instruction, curriculum design, differentiated learning, and academic mentoring. Experienced in student-athlete coaching and program management in boarding and day school environments. Proven ability to enhance student engagement, foster holistic growth, and guide students toward academic success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher & Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach
Blue Ridge School
Blue Ridge Mountains, VA
07.2025 - Current
- - Deliver immersive Spanish instruction to high school students, integrating technology to enhance engagement and cultural competence.
- - Provide academic mentoring and guidance, supporting students to meet rigorous academic expectations.
- - Support residential student development and discipline in a 24/7 boarding school environment.
- - Collaborate with faculty to design curriculum and coordinate extracurricular programs, including athletics.
- - Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student confidence and growth.
Spanish Teacher & Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach
Pueblo High School
Tucson, AZ
06.2024 - 05.2025
- - Designed and delivered interactive Spanish curricula with technology integration, focusing on communicative fluency and cultural competence.
- - Conducted multi-level Spanish instruction for high school students, enhancing retention of complex linguistic concepts.
- - Developed standardized assessments and implemented data-driven feedback loops to support accelerated student proficiency.
- - Facilitated immersive classroom activities and language practice sessions to improve student communication skills.
- - Served as Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach, promoting teamwork, discipline, and student-athlete personal development.
EducationUSA Advisor
ICPNA
Peru
01.2022 - 06.2024
- - Advised Peruvian students on U.S. higher education pathways, admissions, financial aid, and visa compliance.
- - Guided students through the “5 Steps” to U.S. higher education, supporting academic readiness and successful transitions.
- - Organized college fairs and developed digital resources to enhance students’ academic and cultural adaptation.
- - Provided one-on-one mentoring to students, fostering confidence and independence in navigating higher education systems.
Academic Coordinator & Instructor
Universidad Agraria La Molina
Peru
07.2020 - 01.2022
- - Coordinated language programs (English, Spanish, Portuguese), managing enrollment, scheduling, and faculty development.
- - Mentored and evaluated new instructors to ensure pedagogical consistency and high-quality instruction.
- - Facilitated student orientation sessions to enhance integration, engagement, and academic success.
- - Built and maintained collaborative relationships with faculty and administrative staff to support program operations.
- - Developed instructional strategies and resources to meet diverse student needs in a multicultural environment.
Education
TESOL Certification -
University of Arizona
01-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2015
Skills
- - Curriculum Design & Instructional Planning
- - Differentiated & Immersion-Based Learning
- - Academic Advising & Student Mentorship
- - Program Coordination & Faculty Development
- - Team Building & Student-Athlete Coaching
- - Educational Technology Integration - Assessment & Data-Driven Feedback
Languages
Spanish – Native
English – Fluent
Portuguese – Proficient
Interests
- Soccer Coaching & Athlete Mentorship, - Program & Team Management, - Curriculum Innovation & Immersive Learning, - Data-Driven Assessment & Student Progress Tracking, - Educational Technology Integration
Timeline
Spanish Teacher & Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach
Blue Ridge School
07.2025 - Current
Spanish Teacher & Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach
Pueblo High School
06.2024 - 05.2025
EducationUSA Advisor
ICPNA
01.2022 - 06.2024
Academic Coordinator & Instructor
Universidad Agraria La Molina
07.2020 - 01.2022
TESOL Certification -
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
University of Arizona