Lina Horotan-Lony

• Developed language acquisition curriculum and language resources to support and supplement instructional activities.
• Invited native speakers into classrooms in order to provide authentic examples of spoken Spanish during events related to Spanish Literature and traditions.
• Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment for all students.

• In an inclusive classroom environment promoted positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds.
• Using various resources developed language acquisition curriculum in speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension.
• Used traditional assessments such as quizzes, exams and essays as well as alternative assessments: game -based assessment, project-based learning activities, and class presentations.

• Instructed immigrant adult students from diverse countries and socio-economic backgrounds.
• According to the requirements of the Ministry of The Internal Affairs for the inclusion of immigrants, taught students French vocabulary words, grammar and syntax in culturally relevant linguistic settings. Assessed student progress at each lesson.

In both French and American sections

• Developed class learning plans to meet district and statement requirements for instruction.
• Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students for higher-level education
• Organized materials for daily instruction in compliance with national academic standards.
• As a French teacher's assistant worked one-on-one with non francophone students to increase progress.

• Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students in accordance with the requirements of the French Ministry of Education.
• Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
• Organized and developed a linguistic exchange with a high school from Spain (10th grade).