Diana Valdes
Spring Hill
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESOL Instructional Trainer Coach
Middle Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Provided targeted ESOL support and coaching to middle school teachers across the county.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to implement effective strategies for English language learners.
- Led professional development sessions to enhance ESOL teaching practices.
English Teacher
Gulf High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Taught English to high school students, focusing on literature, writing, and critical thinking skills.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Assessed student progress and provided individualized feedback.
Instructor – Spanish 2/3
Florida Virtual Schools
08.2018 - 12.2022
- Engaged students by encouraging participation and leading discussions to keep them active and engaged in learning.
- Provided individualized feedback using a growth mindset to help students identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Assessed and monitored individual student performance to ensure progress.
- Communicated with students and parents through online chat sessions, emails, and phone calls.
- Remote
Adjunct – Dept. of World Languages
University of South Florida
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Taught Beginning Spanish I and II to non-native speakers.
- Created lesson plans, assignments, and exams.
- Independently managed classes and collaborated with other Graduate Assistants and the Coordinator to improve teaching methods.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
The University of South Florida
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Taught Beginning Spanish I and II to non-native speakers.
- Developed and graded assignments and exams.
- Participated in regular meetings to discuss best practices in teaching.
Education
Master of Arts - Hispanic Literature
University Of South Florida
Tampa, FLBachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Education, Spanish Culture & Language
University Of South Florida
Tampa, FLPublications
- January 22, 2017
- “La Influencia Budista en Barlaam y Josafat”
- 11th Annual Graduate Symposium of Spanish and Portuguese Studies
- University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Certification
- Spanish Certification - Expires June 30, 2028
- English 6-12 Certification - Expires June 30, 2028
- ESOL Endorsement - Expires June 30, 2028
Timeline
ESOL Instructional Trainer Coach
Middle Schools
01.2023 - Current
English Teacher
Gulf High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Instructor – Spanish 2/3
Florida Virtual Schools
08.2018 - 12.2022
Adjunct – Dept. of World Languages
University of South Florida
08.2017 - 05.2018
Graduate Teaching Assistant
The University of South Florida
01.2016 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Education, Spanish Culture & Language
University Of South Florida
Master of Arts - Hispanic Literature
University Of South Florida