Jaime Endsley

High School Spanish Teacher

Newark City Schools

08.2008 - Current

Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that reinforced Spanish language skills across multiple subject areas.
Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
Utilized a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student performance objectively, providing valuable data for instructional decision-making processes.
Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
Enhanced cultural understanding among students through the incorporation of authentic materials and real-life scenarios.
Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
Mentored new teachers in curriculum development and best practices for foreign language instruction.
Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating effectively about student progress and addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.
Developed students'' language proficiency by employing immersive teaching techniques in the classroom.
Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.