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Linda Herrera

Salem,OR

Summary

Dynamic Spanish teacher at Blanchet Catholic School, adept at fostering student engagement through differentiated instruction and immersive language techniques. Proven ability to enhance cultural awareness and improve student outcomes through tailored assessments and collaborative strategies. Strong communicator committed to continuous professional development and creating an inclusive classroom environment.

Bilingual Spanish Teacher experienced teaching both English and Spanish to foreign nationals. Nurtured students struggling to learn foreign language and tailored teaching to best enhance competency. Explained assignments in native language and explained concepts clearly.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Spanish-teacher

Blanchet Catholic School
Salem, OR
10.2019 - Current

Delivered engaging instruction across reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.

  • Differentiated lessons to support varied proficiency levels and learning styles.
  • Assessed student progress using quizzes, projects, presentations, and oral demonstrations.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
  • Managed classroom expectations to maintain respectful, language-rich learning environment.
  • Collaborated with faculty to align pacing, grading, and student support strategies.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
  • Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

Education

Master of Education - Education

 Concordia University
Portland, Oregon

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology, Sociology And Spanish

Eastern Oregon University
La Grande, OR

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Differentiated instruction
  • College preparation
  • Classroom instruction
  • Adaptability to change
  • Classroom management
  • Language immersion techniques
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Listening comprehension
  • Lesson planning
  • Progress reporting
  • Language assessment proficiency
  • Continuous professional development
  • Faculty collaboration
  • Conversation practice
  • Spanish fluency

Timeline

Spanish-teacher

Blanchet Catholic School
10.2019 - Current

Master of Education - Education

 Concordia University

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology, Sociology And Spanish

Eastern Oregon University