Karla Pineda Adams
Summary
Hardworking and passionate interpreter and translator English<>Spanish<>Italian, with ample experience also in French and German, with strong organizational skills, ready to help team achieve company goals.
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success.
Experienced with developing comprehensive lesson plans that cater to various learning styles. Utilizes interactive teaching methods to maintain student interest and facilitate language acquisition, creating a positive and productive learning environment.
Extensive experience in organizing international educational trips to Europe and Latin America for groups of 50+ students, facilitating hands-on, culturally enriching, and transformative experiences. Committed to broadening students' perspectives and fostering compassion and visionary thinking through immersive travel opportunities.
Summary of Qualifications
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher for Kindergarten - 4th, Upper School Elective and AP
THE COVENANT SCHOOL
08.2009 - Current
- Create and prepare 7 different lesson plans on a weekly bases for grades K-4, Spanish 1 and 2
- Developed and wrote the Lower School curricula for 5 different grades, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction, often sharing with other teachers from other schools.
- Teach Upper School Spanish 1 and 2, continually seeking to boost student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Use written exercises to test and develop reading and writing skills
- Evaluate student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with all students to improve outcomes and get them ready for the National Spanish Exam
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
- Pioneered use of technology in the High School classroom, incorporating language learning apps and online resources to enhance education.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Spanish Teacher for Kindergarten - 6th Grade
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL
08.2008 - 05.2010
Partner / Sales and Fulfillment Coordinator for Family Business
CASABELLA
11.1997 - 08.2009
- Developed and coordinated the exportation of handmade kitchen and bath product lines with artisans in Mexico. Built and maintained communications with customers to ensure good service and rapport. Attended semi-annual sales shows in Dallas, TX, High Point, NC, and Atlanta, GA.
Spanish Teacher for Preschool and Kindergarten
THE CREATIVE SCHOOL
09.2006 - 11.2006
Language Teacher – English, French, Italian
UNIVERSIDAD MOTOLINIA and ANGLO AMERICANO
09.1995 - 04.1999
- Conducted seven classes a day for 18-25 students at two different schools. Taught reading, grammar, vocabulary and conversation. Applied cultural and historical subjects to immerse students in European and American cultures.
English, French, Italian
Private Language Tutor
09.1995 - 04.1999
Partner / Internet Services Sales Manager for Family Business
INTERNELACES
04.1996 - 09.1997
- Contacted new and potential customers. Provided customer service to build rapport. Sold hosting for web pages.
Private Spanish and Italian Tutor
01.1993 - 09.1994
Secretary and Translator for German and French
MOROCCAN EMBASSY
09.1993 - 07.1994
Education
Teaching Certificate - Language Education
ANGLO MEXICANO de CULTURA
07.1995
German Language Certificate - undefined
WIEN UNIVERSITAET
05.1994
German Language Certificate - undefined
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE, VIENNA
05.1993
Italian Language & Art History Certificates - undefined
CENTRO STUDI IL DAVID
04.1990
Diploma - Language Education – English, French, Italian
UNIVERSIDAD MOTOLINIA
06.1989
Skills
- Google Collaboration Tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom)
- Native Spanish English and Italian fluency
- Strong communication skills
- Classroom instruction and management
- Adaptability to change
- Cultural immersion for effective language acquisition
- Student engagement
- Continuous professional development
- Interactive teaching
- Oral expression
- Curriculum development
Accomplishments
Mexico City Teaching Certificate – Language Education,
Vienna, Austria German Language Certificate,
Florence, Italy Italian Language & Art History Certificates
Mexico City, Mexico Diploma in Language Education English, French, Italian
Affiliations
- YMCA
Certification
Certified English<>Spanish<>Italian Translator, GLOBAL TRANSLATION INSTITUTE - May 2014
ANGLO MEXICANO de CULTULRA Mexico City, Mexico
Teaching Certificate – Language Education
July 1995
WIEN UNIVERSITAET Vienna, Austria
German Language Certificate, May 1994
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE, VIENNA Vienna, Austria
German Language Certificate, May 1993
CENTRO STUDI IL DAVID Florence, Italy
Italian Language & Art History Certificates
April 1990
UNIVERSIDAD MOTOLINIA Mexico City, Mexico
Diploma in Language Education – English, French, Italian
June 1989
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
German
Professional Working
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Biking
- Hiking
Timeline
Spanish Teacher for Kindergarten - 4th, Upper School Elective and AP
THE COVENANT SCHOOL
08.2009 - Current
Spanish Teacher for Kindergarten - 6th Grade
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL
08.2008 - 05.2010
Spanish Teacher for Preschool and Kindergarten
THE CREATIVE SCHOOL
09.2006 - 11.2006
Partner / Sales and Fulfillment Coordinator for Family Business
CASABELLA
11.1997 - 08.2009
Partner / Internet Services Sales Manager for Family Business
INTERNELACES
04.1996 - 09.1997
Language Teacher – English, French, Italian
UNIVERSIDAD MOTOLINIA and ANGLO AMERICANO
09.1995 - 04.1999
English, French, Italian
Private Language Tutor
09.1995 - 04.1999
Secretary and Translator for German and French
MOROCCAN EMBASSY
09.1993 - 07.1994
Private Spanish and Italian Tutor
01.1993 - 09.1994
German Language Certificate - undefined
WIEN UNIVERSITAET
German Language Certificate - undefined
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE, VIENNA
Italian Language & Art History Certificates - undefined
CENTRO STUDI IL DAVID
Diploma - Language Education – English, French, Italian
UNIVERSIDAD MOTOLINIA
Teaching Certificate - Language Education
ANGLO MEXICANO de CULTURA
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