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Beverly Watson

Heath,OH

Summary

I am an educator known for adaptability and fostering a classroom that works together. I focus on creating positive learning experiences through effective lesson planning and cultural enrichment, driving student participation and achievement.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Spanish Teacher

New Lexington City School District
New Lexington, OH
08.2015 - Current
  • Developed lesson plans for students to work with the Spanish language and culture.
  • Implemented teaching strategies to improve language acquisition and retention.
  • Created assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction.
  • Fostered a classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration in learning activities.
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.

Spanish Teacher

Maysville Local School District
Newton Township, OH
07.2000 - 05.2013

My job duties were the same as my current job.

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Limited Credit Services
Columbus, OH
04.1993 - 07.1997
  • Provided bilingual support to customers, enhancing communication and working to satisfy customer concerns.
  • Managed high volume of customer interactions through phone, email, and chat platforms.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, promoting effective bilingual communication techniques.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns and escalated major issues to a supervisor.
  • Provided language translation services for customer service inquiries.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaboration and open communication among diverse team members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
03-1997

Skills

  • Near-native Spanish fluency
  • Strong French reading skills, average speaking skill
  • Strong communication skills
  • Classroom instruction
  • Adaptability to change
  • Cultural awareness
  • Classroom management
  • Reading comprehension
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Task prioritization
  • Safe, positive learning environment
  • Technology integration

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Environmental Stewardship

Timeline

Spanish Teacher

New Lexington City School District
08.2015 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Maysville Local School District
07.2000 - 05.2013

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Limited Credit Services
04.1993 - 07.1997

Bachelor of Science - Education

The Ohio State University