Ana Avila
Salisbury,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
10.2023 - Current
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering open communication between students and addressing any conflicts or concerns promptly.
Volunteer Adult ESL Tutor/Adult ESL Tutor/Executive Board Member
Rowan County Literacy Council
02.2021 - Current
- Improved student language proficiency by designing interactive and culturally relevant lessons.
- Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse learners, resulting in improved language skills and confidence.
- Served as a resource for navigating complex cultural differences, helping students adapt more seamlessly to life in the United States.
Social-Psychology Researcher
Psychology Department/ UNAH
09.2014 - 11.2018
- Enhanced research quality by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and tools.
- Streamlined data collection processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
- Mentored junior researchers, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional development.
Intervention Specialist Facilitator
UNICEF/UNAH
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Optimized project outcomes with thorough risk assessments, contingency planning, and proactive issue resolution.
- Diagnosed social-emotional challenges in minors victims of violence.
- Applied interventionist and recovery strategies to improve the children emotional state.
- Collaborated with parents to help children get a safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Honduras
Tegucigalpa, Honduras11.2018
Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Written, Verbal and Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Data Security
- Written Professional Skills
- Organizational Skills
- CPR and First AID
- Child development knowledge
- Case management
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Family assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Rowan Salisbury Schools
10.2023 - Current
Volunteer Adult ESL Tutor/Adult ESL Tutor/Executive Board Member
Rowan County Literacy Council
02.2021 - Current
Intervention Specialist Facilitator
UNICEF/UNAH
09.2017 - 12.2017
Social-Psychology Researcher
Psychology Department/ UNAH
09.2014 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Nacional Autonoma De Honduras