Janice Diaz
Columbia,US
Summary
Enthusiastic bilingual educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
11.2024 - Current
- Implement lesson plans provided by the absent teacher, ensuring continuity in curriculum delivery.
- Support classroom management strategies outlined by the regular teacher for consistency in discipline procedures.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Spanish Teacher
Richland County School District One
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach the Spanish language and culture to students of various proficiency levels.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including interactive activities, multimedia resources, and group discussions, to enhance student learning experience.
- Created and administered assessments to evaluate students' progress in reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
Teacher Assistant
Lutheran Services of the Carolinas
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted students in improving English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing with the goal of preparing for the public-school system.
- Provided daily school routine for children of varied ages and educational backgrounds.
Spanish Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans to effectively teach the Spanish language for novice learners.
- Used techniques such as role-playing, dialogue, language games, literature, film, and other formal/informal exercises.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Spanish Teacher
Richland County School District Two
07.2014 - 02.2016
- Developed engaging lessons plans that focused on effectively teach the Spanish language to novice learners.
- Encouraged students to practice vocabularies learned and assisted them during listening, speaking, writing and reading activities.
- Used a variety of instructional strategies such as role-playing, dialogue, language games, literature analysis, etc.
Spanish Teacher and Teacher Assistant
Richland County School District Two
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Assisted lead teacher with classroom activities and instruction.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for pre-k and kindergarten students focusing on learning Spanish through hands on activities, role play, storytelling, music, etc.
- Followed safety procedures during lunch and recess.
Attorney, Administration
Department of the Family
12.2006 - 10.2009
- Acted as counsel of the Administration for Children and Families, Department of the Family.
- Provided legal advice and guidance to social workers.
- Conducted legal research and developed litigation strategies.
Social Worker
Head Start Program
11.2000 - 05.2001
- Worked with a multidisciplinary team which included psychologists, social workers, nurses and teachers.
- Served as a practitioner in a wide range of situations, utilizing skills, such as: short and long-term counseling, crisis intervention and family counseling.
Education
J.D. -
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico, School of Law
San Juan, PR06.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Puerto Rico
Humacao, PR06.2000
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Differentiated instruction
- Organization and planning
- Student engagement
- Instructional strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Classroom management
- Interpersonal communication
- Proficient in MS Office and Google Suite
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
11.2024 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Richland County School District One
08.2019 - 06.2022
Teacher Assistant
Lutheran Services of the Carolinas
01.2018 - 01.2019
Spanish Teacher
Orange County Public Schools
07.2017 - 12.2017
Spanish Teacher
Richland County School District Two
07.2014 - 02.2016
Spanish Teacher and Teacher Assistant
Richland County School District Two
07.2013 - 06.2014
Attorney, Administration
Department of the Family
12.2006 - 10.2009
Social Worker
Head Start Program
11.2000 - 05.2001
J.D. -
Inter-American University of Puerto Rico, School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Puerto Rico
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