Ingrid Mosquera
Mesa,AZ
Summary
I am a native of Cali, Colombia, currently residing in Mesa, Arizona. Upon my arrival in the United States at the age of 20, I was driven by the ambition to continue my athletic pursuits at the university level while also pursuing my academic studies. Throughout my academic journey, I have actively participated in various community engagements, particularly within sports clubs and organizations. These leadership experiences have strengthened my resolve to become a proficient leader in education within my community. As a first-generation college graduate, I deeply appreciate the value of education and am committed to empowering the next generation of leaders and educators. Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction. Adapta teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. Proficient in crafting lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students. Knowledgeable [Job Title] making complex concepts easier to understand while challenging students to think critically. Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction as needed. Familiar with different assessments and pedagogical methods to help gauge understanding and learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish/English Instructor for Professional Player
Higher Standards Academy
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
Teacher
Westwood High School
01.2019 - Current
- Lead and actively participated in PLCs to enhance students' language acquisition and academic success
- Collaborated with the district immersion specialist for the World Languages Department and ACTFL directors to redesign and strengthen the curriculum using the backward design approach
- Organized and executed a successful college-readiness fair for all AVID students
- Additionally, currently assisting ELD students to improve their classroom experience and providing after-school programs including tutoring, homework assistance, assignments support, and extracurricular activities.
Volleyball Coach
Westwood High School
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Teaching volleyball skills and tactics during practices
- Providing individualized feedback to players to help them improve
- Organizing team meetings, practices, and games
- Motivating and inspiring the team during matches
- Ensuring player safety and well-being.
Education
Master of Art in Teaching - Spanish
Northern Arizona University
Master of Art Leadership -
University of Jamestown
01.2017
BA Spanish - Sociology
Wiley College
01.2015
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Class Instruction
- Understanding of learning styles
- Expertise in subject matter
- Ability to motivate students
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative Team Player
- Instructional Techniques
- Classroom Management
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Classroom Management Techniques
Certification
- Language
- Secondary | Spanish Certificate
- Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
- Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
- AVANT-Advance
- Backward Design Curriculum Design (ACTFL)
- Keys to Planning and Assessing Training (ACTFL)
- Structured English Immersion (SEI)
Accomplishments
- Teacher Warrior Pride 2022
- Teacher of the Quarter 2022
- Teacher of the Quarter 2020
- Presidential Scholar, Wiley College
- International Club Recognition of participation
- Dean Scholar, Wiley College
- Alpha Kappa Delta Honor Society
- Presidential Scholar
- All America Volleyball team member, NAIA
- The Most Value Player, Wiley College Volleyball team
- Player - hitter of the week
- Red River Conference Academic Awards
- Player of the Week
- New Coming Player of the Year, Red River
- All-Tournament First Team, Red River Conference
- Miami- Dade All Tournament
- New Comer of the Year
- National Education Association (NEA)
References
- Shirley Thomas, 4804724611, sathomas2@mpsaz.org, Teacher- Westwood High School
- Christopher Gilmore, 4804724404, cegilmore@mpsaz.org, Principal -Westwood High School
- Ruby Reyes, 4805164207, rreyes1@phoenixunion.org, Student Success Coordinator- Central High School
Timeline
Spanish/English Instructor for Professional Player
Higher Standards Academy
08.2022 - Current
Teacher
Westwood High School
01.2019 - Current
Volleyball Coach
Westwood High School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Art in Teaching - Spanish
Northern Arizona University
Master of Art Leadership -
University of Jamestown
BA Spanish - Sociology
Wiley College
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