Gina M. Morales
Albuquerque,USA
Summary
Dedicated Teacher committed to providing students with nurturing environments conducive to engaging learning. Focused on helping learners of all skill levels advance through group instruction, collaboration with peers and personalized support. Well-organized in handling recordkeeping requirements, and enthusiastic about connecting with other colleagues.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
Albuquerque, N.M.
10.2017 - Current
- Design and implement lesson plans to address various learning styles. Adjust lessons to student needs and assess student progress through a variety of means, such as verbal, written and listening comprehension. Incorporate technology as a learning tool in the classroom for both lesson presentation and student practice for reading, writing, speaking and listening. Address student behavior through communications with student, parents and administration, if necessary. Attend and contribute to weekly Modern Language Department meetings to discuss classroom and school-wide needs. Collaborate with other Modern Language Department colleagues to share lesson plans ideas. Attend conferences for language teachers to learn about new and innovative methods of teaching. As co-chair of the Modern Languages Department, I attended leadership meetings with administration and disseminated information to my department in addition to planning department events for the school/community.
Quality Analyst
New Mexico PED
Santa Fe, NM
06.2025 - 06.2025
- As the Quality Analyst, I was tasked with ensuring bias-free, high-quality, authentic, and error-free evidence provided by my two review teams as they scored text books using standards from the PED. Certified all reviews and worked closely with the Facilitator and review team members through constant virtual communication..
Reviewer of Record
New Mexico Public Education Department
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Worked with a team of other educators to review textbooks in the Career and Technical Education (2023) and Science (2024) content. Independently reviewed materials and then met virtually with my team to calibrate scores, analyze the data and adjust accordingly in a collaborative manner.
Reviewer of Record
New Mexico Public Education Department
06.2021 - 09.2021
- As part of a team, I reviewed textbooks eligible for adoption by school districts around the state for middle school Spanish. Specific criteria and standards were used to determine if the textbooks were in alignment. Textbooks were reviewed independently and then the team met to confer on grading results.
Spanish Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
Rio Rancho, N.M.
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Used differentiated teaching methods to provide instruction to all learning styles. Provided discussion opportunities to students to promote critical thinking skills. As Related Arts Department Head, led meetings to discuss team responsibilities and to plan school events such as Fall Carnival, the Valentine’s Day dance, and Arts Night. Encourage and maintain positive communication with parents and students regarding student achievement. Collaborated with district colleagues to create common assessments and revised curriculum maps.
Spanish Teacher
Monte del Sol Charter School
Santa Fe, N.M.
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Differentiate and plan lessons for various levels of middle through high school Spanish classes. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure alignment and support of all students. Attend team and school meetings and chaperone school field trips.
Spanish and World History Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
Rio Rancho, N.M.
08.2006 - 05.2014
- Used a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations. Established positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators. Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking. Kept accurate records of student performance while maintaining the confidentiality of student records and information at all times. Integrated technology, such as the use of PowerPoint and the SMART Board, into the curriculum to develop students' word processing and research skills. Worked cooperatively with special education teachers and their caseloads to modify curricula for special education students according to Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Met with colleagues in my district to adopt a new textbook, to collaborate on common assessments and to restructure the curriculum map.
Spanish and Pathfinders Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
Rio Rancho, N.M.
01.1999 - 03.2002
- Created differentiated lesson plans for students, communicated with parents about student progress and needs, collaborated with other language teachers on common standards, co-founded the school's chapter of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, attended school and district meetings and teacher trainings, and performed other duties as requested by administration.
Spanish Adjunct Instructor
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, N.M.
08.1999 - 12.1999
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated technology as required by the university, collaborated on the creation of common assessments with other instructors, and communicated with students regarding their progress as necessary. Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work.
Spanish Adjunct Instructor
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
08.1998 - 12.1998
- Planned and delivered lesson plans, administered exams, held office hours for students in need of assistance and collaborated with other adjunct instructors on lesson plans.
Spanish TA
University of New Mexico
Rio Rancho, N.M.
08.1997 - 05.1998
- Planned and implemented lessons. Presented class material and policies accurately and clearly for two classes each semester. Encouraged discussion of class material to promote critical thinking. Set and enforced clear deadlines for student work. Administered exams and held office hours for students in need of assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Ed
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, N.M., USA01.2002
Elementary Education -
New Mexico Highlands University
Rio Rancho, N.M., USA01.2001
Master of Arts - Spanish
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, N.M., USA01.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA, USA01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA, USA01.1995
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and problem solving skills
- Flexibility in designing and providing lessons that address student learning needs
- Proven ability to foster teamwork as a sports coach and department head and to effectively work toward common goals and objectives
- Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication, and presentation skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish with a background in college course work in Portuguese and French
- Fast learner; ability to assimilate, synthesize and articulate information on contentious matters, verbally and in writing
- Computer skills: MS Office (Word, Powerpoint) as well as Google Docs, Slides, Meets, among other apps
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Technology integration
- Collaboration with colleagues
- Parent communication
- Continuous professional development
- Cultural awareness
Timeline
Quality Analyst
New Mexico PED
06.2025 - 06.2025
Reviewer of Record
New Mexico Public Education Department
06.2023 - 06.2024
Reviewer of Record
New Mexico Public Education Department
06.2021 - 09.2021
Spanish Teacher
Albuquerque Public Schools
10.2017 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
08.2015 - 10.2017
Spanish Teacher
Monte del Sol Charter School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Spanish and World History Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
08.2006 - 05.2014
Spanish Adjunct Instructor
University of New Mexico
08.1999 - 12.1999
Spanish and Pathfinders Teacher
Rio Rancho Public Schools
01.1999 - 03.2002
Spanish Adjunct Instructor
Pepperdine University
08.1998 - 12.1998
Spanish TA
University of New Mexico
08.1997 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Ed
University of New Mexico
Elementary Education -
New Mexico Highlands University
Master of Arts - Spanish
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Pepperdine University
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