Karelia Isakir
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated World Language and Culture educator with a global perspective. Committed to excellence in classroom practice, and innovative curriculum design. Native speaker, creative in a variety of settings and levels, from beginner to college level. Able to engage both accelerated and grade-level learners through meaningful differentiated instruction. Attuned to students' academic and psychological needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher and Advisor
George Jackson Academy
08.2019 - Current
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected Spanish language content to other subject areas.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club meetings and cultural events to promote language immersion outside of the classroom setting.
- Promoted a culture of inclusion, respect for all and collaboration in the classroom.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
Spanish Teacher
Brittonkill Central School District
08.2005 - 09.2008
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students in Middle School and High School.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Kept abreast of technological advances in World Languages and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet the diverse needs of high school students.
Spanish Teacher
Berlin Central School District
12.2003 - 06.2005
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
SUNY At Albany
AlbanyMaster of Arts - World Language Education
SUNY At Albany
AlbanyBachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Binghamton University
BinghamtonSkills
- Native Spanish fluency
- Strong Communication
- Adaptability to Change
- Creative Lesson Design
- Student Engagement
- Faculty Collaboration
- Curriculum Development
- Creative Thinking
- Organized
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
Permanent Certification in Teaching World Languages K-12 (Spanish) in NYS
Accomplishments
- Albany Times Union Nominated Educator
- Kathleen M. Jimino- Rensselaer County Executive Scholar’s Recognition Award Recipient
Affiliations
- ACTFL
- NYSAFLT
Hobbies
Passionate about reading, creative building, fostering strong relationships with students, sharing engaging stories, and enjoying nature through forest walks.
Timeline
Spanish Teacher and Advisor
George Jackson Academy
08.2019 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Brittonkill Central School District
08.2005 - 09.2008
Spanish Teacher
Berlin Central School District
12.2003 - 06.2005
Master of Science - Educational Psychology
SUNY At Albany
Master of Arts - World Language Education
SUNY At Albany
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Binghamton University
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