JOHN ALEXANDER AVILA
Austin,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable teacher with solid experience in primary school, high school and university. Skilled in designing and providing activities and materials that engage students and develop their learning. Highly qualified in diverse teaching methods in the classroom including project based learning, differentiated instruction , and cooperative learning. Love constructing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships based on mutual respect. Furthermore,interested in learning new techniques related to pedagogy and languages that support my personal and professional growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish teacher
Manor New Tech High School
09.2021 - Current
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Elevated student proficiency levels by implementing individualized learning strategies tailored to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
Volunteer
VOLUNTEERING MATTERS/ HARINGEY LONDON
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in group homes to assist young people in need.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to youngsters in community homes.
English teacher
SMART LANGUAGE ACADEMY
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed innovative lessons to engage students in English language learning.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
English Teacher
POLITÉCNICO INTERNACIONAL
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
English teacher
LICEO ALTA BLANCA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
English teacher
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
Universidad Libre
Bogotá, Colombia12-2017
Diploma in DELE - Teaching Spanish As A Foreign Language
Instituto Caro Y Cuervo
Bogotá, Colombia12-2018
Skills
- Native Spanish fluency
- English fluency
- French upper intermediate
- Strong communication skills
- Classroom management
- Microsoft office
- College preparation
- Technology integration
- Test proctoring
- Project-based learning
- SMART boards
- Cultural awareness
Certification
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification - College Board.
- Classroom Management Professional Development Certificates - Various PD Providers.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- Dynamic Strategies
- Decoding success: Unpacking TEKS, lesson framing and resources
- Interactive Language Acquisition strategies
- Presentational Mode Strategies
- Effective Instructional Practices
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Spanish teacher
Manor New Tech High School
09.2021 - Current
Volunteer
VOLUNTEERING MATTERS/ HARINGEY LONDON
01.2019 - 01.2021
English Teacher
POLITÉCNICO INTERNACIONAL
01.2019 - 12.2019
English teacher
SMART LANGUAGE ACADEMY
01.2016 - 01.2020
English teacher
LICEO ALTA BLANCA
01.2015 - 12.2015
English teacher
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Advanced Placement (AP) Teacher Certification - College Board.
- Classroom Management Professional Development Certificates - Various PD Providers.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- Dynamic Strategies
- Decoding success: Unpacking TEKS, lesson framing and resources
- Interactive Language Acquisition strategies
- Presentational Mode Strategies
- Effective Instructional Practices
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
Universidad Libre
Diploma in DELE - Teaching Spanish As A Foreign Language
Instituto Caro Y Cuervo
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