Juan Martinez
Portland,OR
Summary
Experienced and dedicated teacher committed to maximizing student learning through diverse instructional strategies and effective classroom management. Skilled in lecturing, facilitating discussions, and creating engaging learning experiences to ensure student success. Bilingual Spanish teacher with expertise in teaching both English and Spanish, tailoring instruction to support language learners. Adept at explaining complex concepts clearly and helping students achieve language proficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Arco Iris School
08.2022 - Current
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Assessed and evaluated student performance through use of standardized testing.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Elementary School Teacher
Gloria Fuertes School
09.2014 - 07.2022
- Taught core subjects of Spanish, English, Math, Science, and Technology.
- Coached, mentored and evaluated student teachers for progress against program objectives.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Elementary Assistant Principal
Gloria Fuertes School
07.2018 - 07.2022
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Supervised and evaluated teaching and support staff through instructional leadership and professional development.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Partnered with principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers and outside agencies.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
- Verified student grades, attendance and schedules.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Elementary School Teacher
Vicente Tena School
09.2010 - 07.2014
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
Education
Master Degree - Educational Leadership And Management
Valencia International University
Valencia07-2024
University Degree - Foreign Languages Education
Florida Universitaria
Valencia, Spain07-2015
University Degree - Elementary Education
Universidad San Vicente Martir
Valencia, Spain07-2009
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom instruction
- Teaching methodologies
- Continuous professional development
- Classroom management
- Cultural awareness
- Student motivation
- Student engagement
- Student needs assessment
- Lesson planning
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Catalan
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Arco Iris School
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Assistant Principal
Gloria Fuertes School
07.2018 - 07.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Gloria Fuertes School
09.2014 - 07.2022
Elementary School Teacher
Vicente Tena School
09.2010 - 07.2014
Master Degree - Educational Leadership And Management
Valencia International University
University Degree - Foreign Languages Education
Florida Universitaria
University Degree - Elementary Education
Universidad San Vicente Martir
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