GERSON BONILLA
Pittsboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic bilingual educator with a proven track record at Hilton Head Island High School, recognized as Teacher of the Year. Expert in instructional design and learner-centered teaching, I excel in fostering student engagement and adapting to diverse learning needs. Strong organizational skills and effective communication drive my commitment to academic excellence.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Next Steps Volunteer
The Summit Church
Apex, NC
02.2024 - Current
- Delivered updates on church activities, schedules, programs, ministries, and small groups.
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Chatham Central High School
Bear Creek, NC
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered Spanish classes at introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels focusing on four language skills.
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Teton High School
Driggs, ID
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Facilitated Spanish courses across multiple proficiency levels emphasizing reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Partnered with the World Languages team in developing effective methods for teaching and assessing.
- Administered SAT examinations.
- Enhanced learning experiences for newcomer EL students in Trans-Algebra and Physical Science over the 2022-2023 academic year.
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Hilton Head Island High School
Hilton Head Island, SC
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Instructed Spanish classes from introductory to advanced levels, emphasizing language skills development.
- Guided students through Spanish lessons at the third level.
- Developed Spanish curriculum in collaboration with World Languages team for Beaufort County School District.
- Directed and implemented engaging school cultural projects and activities for students and staff.
- Administered SAT and ACT examinations.
- Recognized as the Hilton Head Island High School Teacher of the Year for 2020 - 2021.
Adjunct Faculty - Spanish Online Professor (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Costa Rica Institute of Technology
Cartago, Costa Rica
04.2021 - 03.2022
- PROGRAM: Technician in Spanish Teaching as a Second Language
- Led diverse online grammar classes from foundational to advanced.
- Facilitated digital instruction for Learning Assessment and Teaching Skill modules.
- Tracked academic performance and maintained detailed reports.
Sunday School Teacher
Hilton Head Presbyterian Church
Hilton Head Island, SC
11.2017 - 02.2022
- Planned and delivered Bible lessons.
- Developed lesson plans according to Church's curriculum and general bible study.
- Organized and led Sunday School events, including holiday programs and community service projects.
Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor
University of Costa Rica
Cartago, Costa Rica
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Guided and oversaw EFL teacher candidates throughout their student teaching.
- Monitored student teachers in multiple public school settings (grades 7-12).
- Acted as liaison between university and local schools.
Children's Ministry Director
Prince of Peace Church
Cartago, Costa Rica
02.2010 - 07.2017
- Designed and established Children's Ministry curriculum aligned with the church's mission.
- Directed execution of local initiatives.
- Managed recruitment and training of volunteers.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and scheduling of volunteers to teach Sunday school classes.
English Language Teacher (English as a Foreign Language)
Sagrado Corazón de Jesús High School
Cartago, Costa Rica
02.2009 - 07.2017
- Led English as a Foreign Language class with an emphasis on the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Education
Spanish Post-Graduate Certificate - Spanish as a Foreign Language
Costa Rica Institute of Technology
Cartago, Costa Rica12.2021
Minor - Elementary Education
American University
Cartago, Costa Rica12.2016
Master of Education - Education
University of Costa Rica
San Pedro, San José, Costa Rica12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Costa Rica
San Pedro, San José, Costa Rica12.2009
Skills
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Detail-oriented
- Learner-centered teaching
- Strategic thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective problem-solver
- Adapts to challenges
- Skilled in teamwork dynamics
- Team leader
- Effective communicator
- Disciple-maker
- Instructional design
Publications
Barrantes Torres, D., Bonilla Matamoros, G., Saravia Vargas, J. R., Solis Pérez, N., The Increase in Percentage of Students Who actually Do Homework by Means of Communicative Out-of-Class Tasks instead of Homework Assignments: A Case Study of Adult EFL Students in the Conversation Courses at The University of Costa Rica., Revisa de Lenguas Modernas, (16), 229-253, 11/2013, https://revistas.ucr.ac.cr/index.php/rlm/article/view/12609
Affiliations
* International / exchange teacher with PARTICIPATE program (VISA for 5 years).
* Beaufort County School District/ Chatham County Schools: Professional development courses.
* Costa Rica Institute of Technology － Cartago, Costa Rica: Completed two years of coursework as part of the Industrial Production Engineering program.
* Distant State University－ Cartago, Costa Rica: Professional development courses.
* Costa Rican/ North American Cultural Center － San Jose, Costa Rica: Professional development courses
* Prince of Peace Church – Cartago, Costa Rica: Curriculum development trainings.
Accomplishments
- 2020 – 2021 Hilton Head Island High School Teacher of the Year.
- TOEIC AND TOEFL TEST: C1 Proficiency level in English.
- ACTFL TEST/ Praxis Spanish: WL Test (5195): Score 193 Superior Proficiency level in Spanish (Native Speaker).
Certification
- Spanish Teaching License - NC
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Next Steps Volunteer
The Summit Church
02.2024 - Current
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Chatham Central High School
09.2023 - Current
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Teton High School
08.2022 - 08.2023
Adjunct Faculty - Spanish Online Professor (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Costa Rica Institute of Technology
04.2021 - 03.2022
Sunday School Teacher
Hilton Head Presbyterian Church
11.2017 - 02.2022
High School Spanish Teacher (Spanish as a Foreign Language)
Hilton Head Island High School
08.2017 - 06.2022
Adjunct Faculty - University Student Teacher Supervisor
University of Costa Rica
03.2014 - 07.2017
Children's Ministry Director
Prince of Peace Church
02.2010 - 07.2017
English Language Teacher (English as a Foreign Language)
Sagrado Corazón de Jesús High School
02.2009 - 07.2017
Spanish Post-Graduate Certificate - Spanish as a Foreign Language
Costa Rica Institute of Technology
Minor - Elementary Education
American University
Master of Education - Education
University of Costa Rica
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Costa Rica
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