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Isabel Cortes

Aurora,IL

Summary

Dedicated educator with 6 years experience in the classroom teaching Spanish at elementary, middle and high school levels. Effective at developing quality instruction based on learning objectives and optimizing learner success. Creative and resourceful in adapting instructional strategies to various learners. Looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills as a curriculum designer or a similar field.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Teacher

Yorkville High School
Yorkville, IL
08.2019 - Current
  • Designed multiple levels of Spanish language curriculum, including Heritage for Spanish Speakers and AP Spanish Literature, to teach grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create engaging lessons that align with learning objectives and best practices
  • Developed assessment strategies and rubrics to measure student learning outcomes
  • Analyzed assessment data to modify teaching practices
  • Implemented educational technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance the learning experience in online and in-person settings

Spanish Teacher

Yorkville Middle School
Yorkville, IL
08.2019 - 06.2021
  • Defined learning objectives to design effective and innovative learning experiences
  • Utilized multimedia to develop learning materials that supported and supplemented instructional activities
  • Applied formative assessments to monitor student progress and evaluate student outcomes
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles
  • Fostered a safe and inclusive learning environment for remote and on-site learners

Spanish Teacher

Jesse White Learning Academy
Hazel Crest, IL
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Monitored individual and group learning activities that help students develop a motivation to learn
  • Engaged in ongoing communication with stakeholders to provide updates on learner progress
  • Created interactive activities such as games, role-playing exercises, and other engaging educational materials
  • Organized and executed a school-wide assembly to promote cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Education

Augustana College
Rock Island, IL
05-2018

Skills

  • Learning Management Systems
  • Microsoft Office
  • Educational Software
  • Teaching Experience
  • Curriculum Development
  • Assessment Design
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • E-learning
  • Effective Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Professional Educator License
  • ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview Advanced Low Certificate

Timeline

Spanish Teacher

Yorkville High School
08.2019 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Yorkville Middle School
08.2019 - 06.2021

Spanish Teacher

Jesse White Learning Academy
08.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Education

Augustana College

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