Laureano Martinez
Forney,TX
Summary
Bilingual Elementary Teacher, passionate educator with 17 years of EC-4 Bilingual experience. Provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Committed to instilling comprehensive understanding of language and culture through imaginative and efficient lesson plans. Fluent in Spanish and English and highly familiar with both languages. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship. Proven ability to organize and manage teamwork and able to implement new concepts into daily activities. Quick learner, innovative, creative and resourceful. Campus Teacher of the Year 2013.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Agente Investigador del Ministerio Publico Auxiliar
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1995
- Reception and registration of criminal charges and complaints, crime scenes inspections, and conciliation of non-criminal accusations.
Bilingual Elementary Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas, TX
06.2006 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self contained and departmentalized teacher.
- Instruction of students whose mother language is Spanish
- Students gradually developed academic knowledge in both languages and achieved the bilingual requirements of the school district.
- Improved language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Preparation of students for the state standardized test (STAAR) by implementing reading strategies, Math activities, small group instruction, use of manipulatives, technology, and after school tutoring for at risk students.
- Developed strong rapport with students, resulting in a positive learning environment and increased student participation.
- Addressed individual learning needs through differentiated instruction, leading to higher student achievement levels.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Spanish Service Pastor
Abundant Life Church of Garland, TX.
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Preparation and preach of Spanish weekly sermons.
- Committed to teach the Gospel and shepherding individuals to Christ.
- Participation in prayer meetings based on the needs of the congregation.
- Meet weekly with Senior pastor for guidance and direction.
Freelance Translator and Interpreter
Freelance
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Translation from English into Spanish and Spanish into English of different types of documents such as: technical documents (Employee Reference Guide), professional, (college transcripts, certifications and diplomas) and private.
English Teacher
Juarez University of the State of Durango
01.2006 - 05.2006
- Professor of English language; activities which include class preparation, fieldwork, student evaluation and counseling.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Authorized Representative in Mexico
YMCA International College
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Promote the College of English and its various programs in order to recruit students
- Provide assistance and preparation to students for their experience abroad.
Research Teacher Assistant
The University of Texas at El Paso
08.2002 - 06.2003
- Conduct Interviews in Mexico and the United States for the Bracero Oral History project
- (Spanish and English)
- Translation of documents from English into Spanish
- Transcription of Interviews
- Scan and Transfer images to cd-roms, digitization of interviews and burn cd-rooms and label.
Translator and Interpreter
Durango State Tourism and Cinematography Bureau
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Translation, arrange and present Spanish and English information, regarding tourism and cinematography promotional and development projects.
- Interpreter from Spanish to English and English to Spanish in various national and international (Mexico, United States and Europe) tourism and cinematography events.
- Streamlined communication between international business partners by providing precise interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
Law School Instructor
The Autonomous University of Durango
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Professor of Criminology and application of Criminal Law; activities which include class preparation, fieldwork, student evaluation and counseling.
Agente Investigador Del Ministerio Publico
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1997 - 09.1997
- Investigate crimes against persons and complete legal process applicable.
Coordinador De Servicios Periciales
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Coordinate activities such as field investigations, fingerprint studies, criminal and forensic photography, forensic medicine, forensic chemistry and ballistics.
Attorney
AE DIAZ Y ASSOCIADOS
01.1991 - 01.1994
- Analysis and study of legal problems regarding civil, criminal, labor and family law.
Education
Master’s in education. Bilingual Instructional Specialist. (Pending) -
The University of Texas at El Paso
01.2004
Bachelor of Laws -
Universidad Juárez del Estado de Durango
01.1993
Skills
- Skilled in various computer applications including MS Word, Windows, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
- Creative Writing
- Differentiated Instruction
- Testing Administration
- Curriculum Implementation
Professional Credentials
- American Federation of Teachers
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- International Reading Association
- El Paso Interpreters and Translators Association (EPITA)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Spanish Service Pastor
Abundant Life Church of Garland, TX.
01.2014 - 01.2018
Freelance Translator and Interpreter
Freelance
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bilingual Elementary Teacher
Dallas Independent School District
06.2006 - Current
English Teacher
Juarez University of the State of Durango
01.2006 - 05.2006
Research Teacher Assistant
The University of Texas at El Paso
08.2002 - 06.2003
Authorized Representative in Mexico
YMCA International College
01.1999 - 01.2006
Translator and Interpreter
Durango State Tourism and Cinematography Bureau
01.1999 - 01.2001
Law School Instructor
The Autonomous University of Durango
01.1997 - 01.1998
Agente Investigador Del Ministerio Publico
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1997 - 09.1997
Coordinador De Servicios Periciales
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1996 - 01.1997
Agente Investigador del Ministerio Publico Auxiliar
Procuraduria General de Justicia del Estado
01.1995
Attorney
AE DIAZ Y ASSOCIADOS
01.1991 - 01.1994
Master’s in education. Bilingual Instructional Specialist. (Pending) -
The University of Texas at El Paso
Bachelor of Laws -
Universidad Juárez del Estado de Durango
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