Dependable Spanish teacher with 3 years of experience as a high school Spanish teacher wanting to teach the Spanish language and immerse the students in the various Hispanic cultures so that students may expand their view of the world. Dedicated Educator experienced in creating and fostering learning environments for students to raise confidence and expand knowledge base. Dedicated to monitoring students' progress and ensuring each meets goals within pre-determined timespan.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
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Sam Houston State University
02.2012
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Spanish Teacher
Lamar Consolidated High School- LCISD
08.2021 - Current
Used various teaching strategies to teach students individually based on their abilities
Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to needs of special education students.
Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, adjusting instructional strategies as needed for optimal growth.
Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Increased student motivation through use of diverse teaching methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Clarkmoor Child Development Center
05.2020 - 10.2020
Developed appropriate developmental instruction for individual child, ages 2 months to 5 years, based on their developmental stage
Ensured emotional, social and developmental needs for each child
Communicated with child's parents based on their development
Kept up with all required certifications and training.
Substitute Teacher
DODEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District
09.2015 - 09.2016
Worked with students in 6th grade thru 8th grade
Substituted for teacher for 2 weeks
Performed instructional plan left by absent teacher
Managed students during instructional time.
Substitute Teacher
Hopewell Public Schools
10.2013 - 02.2014
Performed instructional plan left by absent teacher
Managed students during instructional time
Engaged them to learn content in different manner to ease understanding
Related real life experiences and career choices with students in high school
Stepped in for multiple teachers in day on couple of incidents.
Student Teaching
Katy ISD
03.2013 - 05.2013
Collaborated with mentor to develop lesson plans
Administered pre- and post- assessments
Mentored and helped various students with life experiences
Integrated and encouraged new student into participating in class
Used various teaching strategies to teach students individually based on their abilities
Walked around classroom to provide feedback and assist each student with completion of assignments.
Student Teaching
Katy ISD
01.2013 - 03.2013
Collaborated with mentor to develop lesson plans
Administered pre- and post- assessments
Used various teaching strategies to teach students individually based on their abilities
Walked around classroom to provide feedback and assist each student with completion of assignments.
Lead Student Assistant in Curriculum and Instruction
Sam Houston State University
06.2011 - 05.2012
Oversaw 5 students assistants
Completed travel vouchers for over 10 professors of department
Answer phones calls and provide them appropriate information.
Student Assistant in Curriculum and Instruction
Sam Houston State University
02.2010 - 05.2011
Completed travel vouchers for over 10 professors of department
Answer phones calls and provide them appropriate information.
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.2015
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Spanish
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX
05.2012
High School Diploma -
B. F. Terry High School
Rosenberg, TX
05.2008
Skills
Classroom Management
Classroom Technology Implementation
Student Motivation and Engagement
Group Learning Mechanics
Group and individual instruction
Teaching strategies
Positive Reinforcement
Student Interaction
Team Collaboration
Certification
Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Spanish EC – 12 TExEs, 06/01/2017
Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC–12
Accomplishments
Sigma Delta Pi, National Spanish Honor Society — 2010
Dean's List — Spring 2012
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Lamar Consolidated High School- LCISD
08.2021 - Current
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Clarkmoor Child Development Center
05.2020 - 10.2020
Substitute Teacher
DODEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District
09.2015 - 09.2016
Substitute Teacher
Hopewell Public Schools
10.2013 - 02.2014
Student Teaching
Katy ISD
03.2013 - 05.2013
Student Teaching
Katy ISD
01.2013 - 03.2013
Translated for the College of Education Dean's Office for Distinguished Educator of the Year
Sam Houston State University
02.2012
Lead Student Assistant in Curriculum and Instruction
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