Karina Saenz
Economist
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Enthusiastic 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
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Yew Chung International School of Shanghai YCIS (Pudong)
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Primary and Secondary School
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Spanish Teacher Level A1-B2
Instituto Cervantes
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Professor of Macroeconomics
Anahuac University of Mexico
08.2018 - 06.2020
- School of International Affairs
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
Professor of Macroeconomics
Polytechnic Nacional University of Ecuador
09.2015 - 06.2017
- School of Economics
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
Project Management Coordinator
Cuenca Local Government
03.2010 - 03.2011
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Coordinated venue and catering arrangements, speaker and attendee liaison and material distribution for meetings and events.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
General Manager
Central Bank of Ecuador
07.2008 - 01.2010
- Contribute to formulate policies and procedures to the Board of Directors of the Central Bank.
- Maintained price and currency stability through strategic coordination among public sector institutions.
- Oversaw financial system integrity with effective regulatory measures.
- Supported sustainable economic growth and job creation through targeted policies.
- Managed external accounts to achieve balanced trade and payments.
- Proactively addressed risks to economic stability, including those in the financial sector.
Assistant Professor in Economics
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Contributed to campus activities to promote positive university image.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Handled classroom administration for professors.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabus and lesson plans for economic curriculum.
Economic researcher
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Economic Department, write and analyze monthly economy reports regarding the local region and opportunities of growth
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Master's degree in Didactic of Spanish Language -
Nebrija University
01.2022 - 12/2024
Master degree in Economics - undefined
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2005 - undefined
Bachelor's degree in Economics - undefined
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - undefined
Diploma - Project Management
Tec De Monterrey
Mexico, ME09.2018
High School Diploma -
Ridgway Area High School
Ridgway, PA05.1996
Skills
Leadership Certification John Maxwell Team United States 2016undefined
Run marathons
My hobby for running started on 2012 during our first overseas trip to Malaysia due to my husband's new position, I have found that running marathons are transformative journeys. As an amateur I've successfully completed races in Malaysia, Singapore, Quito, Mexico, and New York. Beyond the physical challenge, marathon running has been my anchor in navigating life changes and managing emotions. It reflects my commitment to discipline, resilience, and the pursuit of continuous personal growth. Eagerly anticipating more marathons in the future, I find solace and inspiration in every stride towards the finish line.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Yew Chung International School of Shanghai YCIS (Pudong)
10.2022 - 06.2023
Master's degree in Didactic of Spanish Language -
Nebrija University
01.2022 - 12/2024
Professor of Macroeconomics
Anahuac University of Mexico
08.2018 - 06.2020
Professor of Macroeconomics
Polytechnic Nacional University of Ecuador
09.2015 - 06.2017
Project Management Coordinator
Cuenca Local Government
03.2010 - 03.2011
General Manager
Central Bank of Ecuador
07.2008 - 01.2010
Master degree in Economics - undefined
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2005 - undefined
Assistant Professor in Economics
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - 01.2007
Economic researcher
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - 01.2007
Bachelor's degree in Economics - undefined
University of Cuenca-Ecuador
01.2002 - undefined
Spanish Teacher Level A1-B2
Instituto Cervantes
Diploma - Project Management
Tec De Monterrey
High School Diploma -
Ridgway Area High School
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