Glenda Hurtado
Winnetka,CA
Summary
Dynamic World Language Teacher with a proven track record at LAUSD, enhancing student engagement and cultural awareness through innovative interdisciplinary units and project-based learning. Excelled in collaborative teamwork and effective communication, significantly advancing language proficiency. Mentored new teachers, fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
08.2009 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary units, reinforcing connections between world languages and other subjects.
- Utilized differentiated instruction methods to accommodate various learning abilities within the classroom, ensuring all students made significant progress toward language goals.
- Implemented project-based learning assignments that allowed students to explore real-world applications of language skills while fostering creativity and collaboration.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in world language education and incorporate new techniques into teaching strategies.
- Increased student interest in world languages by incorporating cultural activities and real-life scenarios into lesson plans.
- Developed students'' language proficiency through targeted speaking, listening, reading, and writing exercises.
- Assessed student progress regularly using formative and summative assessments to ensure appropriate instructional strategies were applied.
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
09.2007 - 06.2009
- Developed students'' language proficiency through targeted speaking, listening, reading, and writing exercises.
- Provided individualized support for struggling learners by developing customized tutoring sessions tailored to their unique needs.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect for diversity and encouraged open communication among students.
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
08.1997 - 06.2007
- Mentored new World Language Teachers, sharing effective teaching strategies and providing guidance on curriculum development.
- Established a positive classroom environment that promoted respect for diversity and encouraged open communication among students.
- Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Culture
California State University Northridge
18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge, CA 9133006.1995
Skills
Student Engagement
Effective Communication
Collaborative learning
Cultural Awareness
Classroom Management
Collaborative Teamwork
Adaptability and Flexibility
Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
Achieved 100% passing rate on the AP Spanish Language Exam.
Guided students to continue with the study of Spanish as a higher education.
Certification
- BCLAD Credential
Additional Information
At my 17 years at Daniel Pearl Magnet, I have been the only Spanish Teacher in the Department. I have taught all Spanish Levels for Non-Spanish Speakers and Heritage learners. It has been a great joy to see my students grow in their passion for the culture and the language, and become bilingual and bicultural citizens.
Timeline
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
08.2009 - 09.2024
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
09.2007 - 06.2009
World Language Teacher
LAUSD
08.1997 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Culture
California State University Northridge
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