Erica Pettah
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Language education professional prepared for this role with history of developing comprehensive Spanish language programs. Anticipates and adapts to student needs, promoting collaborative classroom atmosphere. Known for reliability, flexibility, and expertise in curriculum development and student engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Spanish Teacher/Hispanic Parent Liason
Montgomery Catholic Prep. High School
Montgomery, AL
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of Spanish language and culture.
- Facilitated interactive classroom activities to promote language acquisition among elementary students.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate student progress in vocabulary and grammar comprehension.
- Created a supportive learning environment that encouraged participation and collaboration among students.
- Trained fellow teachers on best practices for teaching foreign languages, elevating overall department performance.
- Enhanced language acquisition by incorporating visual and auditory aids in lessons.
- Developed strong parent-teacher relationships, fostering a collaborative learning environment for students.
High School Spanish Teacher/ELL Teacher
Tallassee City Schools
Tallassee, AL
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of Spanish language and culture.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Utilized technology tools for interactive learning experiences, increasing student engagement and participation.
- Assessed student progress regularly, providing targeted feedback to support academic growth.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects promoting language application in real-world contexts.
- Organized cultural events and activities to enrich students' appreciation of Hispanic cultures.
- Served on school committees focused on diversity initiatives, contributing insights from the perspective of a world language educator.
High School Spanish Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
Montgomery, AL
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of Spanish language and culture.
- Utilized technology tools to facilitate interactive learning experiences and improve student participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations, providing targeted feedback for academic improvement.
- Collaborated with faculty to design interdisciplinary projects integrating Spanish language skills across curricula.
- Developed students'' language proficiency by employing immersive teaching techniques in the classroom.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing/Spanish
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-2002
Skills
- Reading strategies
- Peer collaboration
- Student engagement
- Grammar instruction
Timeline
Elementary Spanish Teacher/Hispanic Parent Liason
Montgomery Catholic Prep. High School
08.2025 - Current
High School Spanish Teacher/ELL Teacher
Tallassee City Schools
08.2023 - 05.2025
High School Spanish Teacher
Montgomery Public Schools
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - International Marketing/Spanish
University of Alabama