Karla Camacho
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Talented bilingual tutor/educator offering outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills and critical thinking through the practice of constructivist pedagogy. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, teachers, and parents.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Museum Educator
Museum Of Contemporary Art
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the development of bilingual resources for teachers.
- Facilitate guided VTS (Visual Thinking Strategies) conversations with 3rd-12th grade students.
- Offered classroom coaching to further assist teachers in their facilitation methods.
- Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Coordinated professional development opportunities for educators to stay current on best practices in museum education.
Lead Translator
Rooted Language Justice
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and translation skills.
- Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
- Collaborated with fellow translators to ensure consistency in language usage and style across all documents.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering accurate and timely translations for various industries.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
After School Program Facilitator
Beyond The Bell, Youth Development Program
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with fellow facilitators to create a cohesive and consistent experience across all program offerings.
- Mentored junior facilitators on best practices for effective content delivery techniques and audience engagement tactics.
- Delivered clear and concise program modules, ensuring participants grasped key concepts effectively.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in program sessions.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Canvasser
Interfaith Community Organization
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Participated in community outreach campaigns to register people to vote throughout the city of Long Beach
- Collaborated in team meetings to strategize and implement impactful ways to engage community
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Tutor
Cal-SOAP
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Worked closely with students providing translation services in the classroom and during teacher-parent conferences.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials specifically working with ESL/ELD students.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
Tutor
Mini-Corps
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Worked closely with elementary students who were part of the Migrant Program.
- Attended 6 hour bi-weekly professional development trainings to learn and implement new comprehensive teaching strategies.
- Conducted 3 home visits per month to give parents an updated report on their child's progress and provide information on resources.
- Assisted 3 different groups of 60 students during an after school program to help them with homework and language acquisition.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2016
Associate of Arts - Studio Arts
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria06.2013
Skills
- Visual Literacy
- Presentation Skills
- Inquiry-Based Teaching
- Collaborative learning
- Fluent in Spanish
- Teaching strategies
- Student-Parent-Teacher Collaboration
- Individual and Small Group Instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Progress Reporting
- Document Translation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Museum Educator
Museum Of Contemporary Art
05.2023 - Current
Lead Translator
Rooted Language Justice
05.2023 - 11.2023
After School Program Facilitator
Beyond The Bell, Youth Development Program
09.2019 - 05.2020
Canvasser
Interfaith Community Organization
06.2016 - 11.2017
Tutor
Cal-SOAP
09.2012 - 05.2013
Tutor
Mini-Corps
01.2012 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
California State University, Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Studio Arts
Allan Hancock College
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