LAURA GARCIA ROMO
Merritt Island,FL
Summary
Patient and dedicated teacher skilled at developing and promoting interactive learning within group environment. Experienced working with children and adults from wide array of cultural backgrounds to teach language skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Independent sales, Medical Uniforms, surgical caps & coats.
Assistant Director
BUSINESS WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION (AMEXME)
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
Management Assistant
Optical Clinic LIM
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Duties; Sales, customer service, marketing, social media, purchases, inventories, etc.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD PEDAGÓGICA NACIONAL DE CHIHUAHUA
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in lesson plans.
- Increased collaboration among students with group assignments and peer review sessions.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLÓGICA DE CHIHUAHUA
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in lesson plans.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE CHIHUAHUA
02.2013 - 05.2016
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects in lesson plans.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD POLITÉCNICA NACIONAL DE CHIHUAHUA
01.2010 - 03.2014
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD TEC MILENIO CAMPUS CHIHUAHUA
08.2009 - 12.2012
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
- Encouraged students to deepen knowledge with additional learning opportunities.
- Facilitated class discussion to help students work through questions and expand understanding.
- Supplemented instruction and increased student understanding with use of audio-visual equipment and other technology.
- Assessed work of adult students to evaluate progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Assigned lessons and corrected homework.
- Maintained complete student records with accurate grades and attendance information.
English as a Second Language Teacher
COLEGIO LATINOAMERICANO BILINGÜE
08.2006 - 12.2009
- Elementary school: English Grammar, Science Teacher
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Prepared students for tests by teaching relevant concepts and enforcing good test-taking skills.
Sales Local Distributor of Medical Supplies
QUIRUTEX, SA
08.2004 - 07.2007
- Streamlined distribution processes for improved efficiency and reduced delivery times.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and support to distributors.
- Collaborated with suppliers for timely product deliveries, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Participated in industry events, networking with potential clients and partners while representing the company professionally.
- Contributed to revenue growth by identifying new sales opportunities and closing deals successfully.Maintained records of sales and customer information to support accuracy.
- Developed strong customer base through efficient and reliable service.
- Delivered orders to customers to drive full satisfaction.
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
COLEGIO AMERICANO DE CHIHUAHUA
08.2005 - 06.2006
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Increased parent-teacher communication by providing regular updates on student progress in both languages.
- Utilized a variety of teaching materials such as visual aids, manipulatives, and multimedia resources for diverse learning styles.
- Promoted a positive classroom atmosphere, resulting in improved student behavior and engagement.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
Business Owner and Administrator
Maternity Clothing & Accessories
01.1996 - 01.2003
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Credit Analyst
Radiomóvil Dipsa, S.A. (Telcel) Cell phone Co.
02.1993 - 12.1995
- Assessed credit risk and credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
- Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
- Ensured compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements through diligent documentation of all credit decisions.
- Made recommendations about extending lines of credit.
- Analyzed creditworthiness of loan applicants and determined credit risk of loan requests.
Credit Supervisor
Arrendadora Prime, S.A. Leasing Company
02.1991 - 06.1992
- Developed comprehensive reports for upper management, highlighting credit control performance and areas for improvement.
- Evaluated customer creditworthiness using various tools such as financial statements analysis, trade references, and credit bureau reports.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients, addressing their concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction.
- Investigated and reviewed credit risks and collections.
- Obtained and reviewed credit reports, credit references, credit insurance and financial statements to establish credit limits for new accounts.
- Organized and finalized loan applications for underwriter review.
Education
ESOL - English As A Second Language
Brevard Adult & Community Education Center
Cocoa, FL05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE CHIHUAHUA
CHIHUAHUA, CHIHUAHUA, MÉXICO10.1990
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge University
10.2009
Skills
- Grammar Teaching
- Speaking Practice
- Group Dynamics
- Classroom Management
- Extensive English grammar knowledge
- Teaching strategies
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- ESL teaching methods
- ESOL Certified
Personality
- Proactive
- Organized
- Punctual
- Responsible
- Creative
Additional Education
- CENNI General English DIagnostic Test Advanced, Secretary of Education in Mexico, 2014-01-01
- TOEFL Certification (Test of English as a Foreign Language), Technological Institute of Monterrey, 2013-01-01, 603
- TOEIC Test of English for International Communication, ETS (Educational Testing Service, International Organization, 2011-01-01, 935
- TKT TEACHING KNOWLEDGE TEST, Cambridge University ESOL Examination, 2009-01-01, 3, 4
- English Diploma, Universidad Autonoma de Chihuahua, MEXICO, 2006-01-01
- ESOL Diploma, Brevard Adult and Community Education Center, Cocoa, FL, 2024-05-01
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Writing
- Sales
- Travelling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Entrepreneur
09.2021 - 12.2023
Assistant Director
BUSINESS WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION (AMEXME)
02.2021 - 08.2021
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD PEDAGÓGICA NACIONAL DE CHIHUAHUA
09.2019 - 12.2019
Management Assistant
Optical Clinic LIM
03.2018 - 12.2020
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLÓGICA DE CHIHUAHUA
09.2016 - 12.2017
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE CHIHUAHUA
02.2013 - 05.2016
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD POLITÉCNICA NACIONAL DE CHIHUAHUA
01.2010 - 03.2014
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
UNIVERSIDAD TEC MILENIO CAMPUS CHIHUAHUA
08.2009 - 12.2012
English as a Second Language Teacher
COLEGIO LATINOAMERICANO BILINGÜE
08.2006 - 12.2009
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
COLEGIO AMERICANO DE CHIHUAHUA
08.2005 - 06.2006
Sales Local Distributor of Medical Supplies
QUIRUTEX, SA
08.2004 - 07.2007
Business Owner and Administrator
Maternity Clothing & Accessories
01.1996 - 01.2003
Credit Analyst
Radiomóvil Dipsa, S.A. (Telcel) Cell phone Co.
02.1993 - 12.1995
Credit Supervisor
Arrendadora Prime, S.A. Leasing Company
02.1991 - 06.1992
ESOL - English As A Second Language
Brevard Adult & Community Education Center
Bachelor of Arts - HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATION
INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DE CHIHUAHUA
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) Certification - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
Cambridge University