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Abigail Sanchez Mendez

Austin

Summary

Student-centered Spanish educator committed to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment through multimodal instruction and real-world communication. Grounded in the Learning by Design framework and ACTFL guidelines, I design lessons that build confidence, encourage risk-taking, and help students make personal connections to the language. I integrate visuals, technology, and collaborative activities to support diverse learners across interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes. My goal is to empower students to see Spanish as a meaningful tool for cultural understanding, connection, and self-expression.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Teacher

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Texas Tech University (TTU)
09.2025 - 12.2025

SPAN (1st Semester) Face-to-face class

  • Facilitated discussions and provided support class sessions, enhancing student engagement.
  • Assisted in developing course materials and resources for undergraduate students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
  • Served as a liaison between faculty members and students, addressing concerns and facilitating resolution of issues promptly.
  • Taught classes focused on specific parts of coursework.

Full-time Undergraduate Student Teacher

Lubbock High School
01.2025 - 05.2025

Courses taught: Spanish Honors III & Spanish IB

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted in creating lesson plans to support diverse learning needs
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment
  • Collaborated with mentor teachers to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction
  • Utilized educational technology tools to streamline lesson delivery and assessment (Google Classroom and Frontline Education)
  • Fostered rapport with students by offering support and feedback one-on-one to enhance student comprehension.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.

Part-time Student Teacher

Lubbock High School
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
  • Organized classroom materials and resources for effective instructional use
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Engaged students through interactive activities that promoted critical thinking skills

Mentor and academic support

Cavazos Middle School
02.2024 - 04.2024

Responsibilities:

  • Developed and implemented engaging activities to enhance student learning and social skills.
  • Guided students in academic and personal development through individualized mentoring sessions.
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.

Graduate Teacher's Assistant

Texas Tech University (TTU)
08.2025 - 12.2025

SPAN (2nd Year)Online

  • Assisted faculty in preparing instructional materials and resources for undergraduate courses.
  • Participated in departmental meetings, contributing insights on student needs and instructional practices.
  • Monitored student progress, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted support as needed.
  • Graded assignments and exams, ensuring timely feedback and maintaining academic standards.
  • Provided academic support to students, enhancing understanding of course content.


Education

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
12.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
01.2025

Associate of Arts - Spanish

Austin Community College
Austin, TX
01.2021

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Technology integration

Certification

2025 Language other than English (LOTE) Spanish (613) Texas Educator Certification

LANGUAGES

Spanish: native
English: native

WORKSHOPS

  • 2025 Teaching, Learning, and Professional Development (TLPDC): Supporting Our Students: Strategies for Responding with Empathy and Compassion While Maintaining Boundaries and High Expectations, TTU, Lubbock, TX
  • AI Conference, Charles Butt Foundation Affiliation, Lubbock TX

AREAS OF RESEARCH INTEREST

  • Latinx Cultural Studies
  • Heritage Language Education
  • Digital Literacies

AREAS OF TEACHING INTEREST

  • Spanish as a Foreign Language to all levels
  • Spanish as a Heritage Language to all levels
  • Mexican cultural studies

HONORS, AWARDS, AND GRANTS

2025-2026 TTU Charles B Qualia CMLL Scholarship - $1,500, TTU General University Financial Aid Scholarship - $2,000, 2024-2025 TTU Arts and Sciences General Scholarship - $1,000, TTU Federal Pell Grant - $7,395, TTU General University Financial Aid Scholarship - $2,000, TTU Holly Hunt Scholarship - $1,000, TTU Oberhelman SPAN Scholarship- $515, 2023-2024 TTU Federal Pell Grant- $4,945, TTU Grant - Resident (UG) - $1,500, TTU Texas Public Education Grant (UG) - $3,000, Spring 2023- Spring 2025 TTU Presidents List, Fall 2022 TTU Dean List

Timeline

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Texas Tech University (TTU)
09.2025 - 12.2025

Graduate Teacher's Assistant

Texas Tech University (TTU)
08.2025 - 12.2025

Full-time Undergraduate Student Teacher

Lubbock High School
01.2025 - 05.2025

Part-time Student Teacher

Lubbock High School
09.2024 - 12.2024

Mentor and academic support

Cavazos Middle School
02.2024 - 04.2024

Associate of Arts - Spanish

Austin Community College

Student Teacher

Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

Texas Tech University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Texas Tech University