Ariana Concepción
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Passionate and dynamic Spanish educator with over 25 years of experience teaching Spanish language, literature, and AP curricula. Skilled in developing culturally responsive and academically rigorous programs for diverse learners of all abilities, including heritage and native speakers. Proven track record of fostering a positive learning environment that enhances student engagement and achievement. Recognized for leadership in curriculum innovation and fostering student engagement through effective mentorship and event coordination.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRHYLI NYSSB Advisor and Trainer
Office of Multilingual Learners
New York, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Participated in PR/HYLI meetings and professional development sessions as scheduled.
- Led interactive educational sessions that fostered students' understanding in areas such as the legislative process, leadership, advocacy, teamwork, culture, and communication.
- Coached students in public speaking, debate, and persuasive communication.
- Collaborated with OML central staff to align and track PR/HYLI delegates' progress.
- Cultivated a student-centered, hybrid environment to promote leadership and community engagement.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional practices and interventions.
- Communicated effectively with NYSSB coordinators from various NYC DOE schools, and coordinated Capstone Biliteracy Project presentations for credit sharing.
Spanish Teacher
Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy
Bronx, NY
09.2004 - Current
- Developed comprehensive curricula and taught 8th grade Spanish, high school Spanish levels 1, 2, and 3 (levels 1-6), Native Spanish, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, Spanish Cinema, and ELA Multicultural Literature and Film, founding teacher of the Spanish for Spanish Speakers and PRE-AP program.
- Member of the SBO Committee in staff hiring.
- Founding teacher for the AP Startup Grant for the AP College Board Program.
- Served as an Administrative Intern for the Assistant Principal of the Organization.
- Established Foreign Language Department Vertical Team Curriculum for the AP College Board/APEX program.
- Spanish teacher, club moderator for the CBO, RNH, and Riverdale Comm. Center.
- Translator for the Parent Coordinator and the Administration.
- Measure of Student Learning (MOSL) Committee Member.
- NYS Seal of Biliteracy Coordinator and WL teacher.
- Founding pilot teacher and curriculum writer for the Spanish for Heritage Speakers Program, with the Office of Multilingual Learners.
- Served as the Interim Acting High School Dean.
- Coordinator of the Condom Availability Program (CAP).
- Served as the moderator of the Faculty Fun Club..
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Participated in extracurricular activities, including orientations, open houses, school events, sports, and workshops.
- Led staff members as the UFT chapter leader.
SENIOR ADVISOR/ COSA
Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy
09.2006 - 06.2015
- Organized Senior Assemblies and Parent Meetings to enhance community engagement.
- Coordinated fundraising sales during Parent-Teacher Conferences and Open Houses.
- Oversaw chocolate fundraising sales and managed collection of funds efficiently.
- Moderated all Senior Activities, ensuring smooth execution and participation.
- Allocated budgets for senior excursions and activities, optimizing resource utilization.
- Collected payments and distributed funds to students’ accounts, reporting regularly to Fiscal Manager.
- Supervised Student Government for entire high school, conducting elections and weekly meetings.
- Planned and coordinated College Tours, including trip arrangements and permission forms.
Education
Master of Science - Education - School Administration and Supervision
College of New Rochelle
New York, NYMaster of Arts - Spanish American Literature
Columbia University – Teacher’s College
New York, NYMaster of Arts - Foreign Language Education College Adults
New York University
New York, NYBachelor of Arts - Spanish American Literature, Latin American Politics and Education
New York University
New York, NYSkills
- Curriculum development and design
- Classroom management
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Parent and community engagement
- Data analysis
- Public speaking
- Fundraising coordination
- Multicultural education
- Educational leadership
- Professional development
- Bilingual communication
- Legislative process analysis
Certification
- NYS Department of Education School District Administrator, Permanent
- NYS Department of Education School District Building Leader, Conditional
- NYS Department of Education Teaching Certificate Spanish Day High School 7-12, Permanent
- NYS Department of Education Teaching Extension in Bilingual Education (pending)
- NYS Department of Education Teaching Extension in ENL (pending)
Professional Associations And Training
- Member, American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
- Member, American Association of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)
- Member, New York State Association of Bilingual Educators (NYSABE)
- Member, NYSED World Language Leadership Council
- Attended AP College Board Spanish teacher training
- Attended NYU/RBERN NLA-HLA Institute for Heritage Language Educators
- Completed LOTE/WL grading and administration training
- Completed NYS Seal of Biliteracy training by Office of Multilingual Learners (OML)
- Completed Spanish for Heritage Speakers training by Office of Multilingual Learners (OML)
Awards
- Recipient of the AP College Board Scholarship Award
- NYU Golden Rose Woman of the Year
- RKA You Make a Difference Award Recipient
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
PRHYLI NYSSB Advisor and Trainer
Office of Multilingual Learners
11.2023 - Current
SENIOR ADVISOR/ COSA
Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy
09.2006 - 06.2015
Spanish Teacher
Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy
09.2004 - Current
Master of Science - Education - School Administration and Supervision
College of New Rochelle
Master of Arts - Spanish American Literature
Columbia University – Teacher’s College
Master of Arts - Foreign Language Education College Adults
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish American Literature, Latin American Politics and Education
New York University