Liseth Espíndola Ramírez
Riverside
Summary
Professional language educator with focus on effective communication and comprehensive language instruction. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and classroom management to foster positive learning environment. Known for collaborative efforts and adaptability to meet evolving educational needs. Strong ability to inspire and motivate students, ensuring measurable progress in language proficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant, Hispanic Department
University of California, Riverside
01.2021
- Collaborated on syllabus development for a course focused on the representation of violence in Colombia from the perspective of women
- Led some class sessions, guiding discussions on violence and gender in Colombian literature
- Assisted with course preparation and student feedback
- Spanish 165: Representaciones de la violencia en Colombia: voces de mujeres
Associate Instructor
University of California, Riverside
01.2024 - Current
- Spanish 109A: Spanish for Heritage Speakers
- Collaborated on the development of a syllabus for a Spanish heritage learners' course, focusing on short stories by Latinx writers.
- Continuously assessed student progress, providing individualized feedback and grading assignments.
- Implemented usage-based approaches to validate and integrate students' diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds into the learning process
Associate Instructor
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - Current
- Spanish 165: Violence and Representation
- Design and propose a syllabus for an upper-division course on Violence and Representation in Latin America, incorporating interdisciplinary perspectives.
- Develop lesson plans and assignments that foster critical engagement with literary, visual, and historical texts.
- Provide constructive feedback to college students, guiding their analytical and research skills.
- Prepare, administer, and grade exams to assess students' understanding of course material.
Research Assistant, LatCrit Sociocultural Linguistics Lab
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated on a sociolinguistic project examining Caló and Mexican Spanish on the U.S.-Mexico border
- Conducted literature reviews and collected data from newspapers that included Caló words
- Analyzed linguistic data and assisted in the preparation of research reports and academic articles
- Engaged in teamwork and collaborative research efforts within the lab
- Project 1: Caló and Mexican Spanish on the Border
- Project 2: Critical Sociocultural Linguistic Literacy (CriSoLL)
- Participated in Teach in Spanglish project workshops
- Proposed a pedagogical unit within the Teach in Spanglish project
Language Instructor TA
University of California, Riverside
01.2020 - Current
- Taught Spanish courses at levels 001, 002, and 003 in various formats, including in-person, online, hybrid, and asynchronous.
- Followed the department-approved syllabus to ensure consistency in course objectives and content.
- Delivered lectures tailored to students' language proficiency levels, fostering engagement and comprehension.
- Held office hours to provide academic support, clarify concepts, and assist students with coursework.
- Assessed student performance through evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support their learning progress.
Language Instructor TA
University of Arkansas
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Levels: Intermediate I, Intermediate II
- Followed the department-approved syllabus to ensure consistency in course objectives and content.
- Delivered lectures tailored to students' language proficiency levels, promoting engagement and comprehension.
- Held office hours to provide academic support, clarify concepts, and assist students with coursework.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback to support their learning progress.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as language clubs or cultural events, enhancing students'' connection to the target culture outside of the classroom setting.
Science and English teacher
Colegio José Max León
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Serve as Headteacher for first grade, overseeing classroom management and student development.
- Teach Science and English, delivering engaging and age-appropriate lessons.
- Plan and prepare classes using a project-based learning approach to foster critical thinking and creativity.
- Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate grading records.
- Communicate regularly with parents through meetings and reports to discuss student performance and development.
English and Spanish teacher
Colegio Divino Niño Salvador
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: (Indigenous border school)
- Sixth grade to eleventh grade
- Teach Spanish as a second language in a border Indigenous school, adapting instruction to students' linguistic and cultural contexts.
- Teach English as a foreign language, fostering language acquisition through interactive and immersive methods.
- Design and implement projects that recover and preserve community memory, integrating oral histories and local traditions.
- Develop reading projects that enhance literacy skills while promoting cultural awareness and engagement.
Science and English teacher
Colegio La Cima
01.2013 - 01.2014
- First to fifth grade
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Teach Science and English, delivering engaging and age-appropriate lessons.
- Plan and prepare classes using a project-based learning approach to foster critical thinking and creativity.
- Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate grading records.
- Communicate regularly with parents through meetings and reports to discuss student performance and development.
Education
Ph.D. - Hispanic Studies
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2025
Master of Arts - Spanish Pedagogy And Literature
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional
Colombia 06-2011
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft office
- Research and analysis
- Research paper writing
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Associate Instructor
University of California, Riverside
01.2024 - Current
Associate Instructor
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant, LatCrit Sociocultural Linguistics Lab
University of California, Riverside
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant, Hispanic Department
University of California, Riverside
01.2021
Language Instructor TA
University of California, Riverside
01.2020 - Current
Language Instructor TA
University of Arkansas
01.2018 - 01.2020
Science and English teacher
Colegio José Max León
01.2015 - 01.2016
English and Spanish teacher
Colegio Divino Niño Salvador
01.2014 - 01.2015
Science and English teacher
Colegio La Cima
01.2013 - 01.2014
Ph.D. - Hispanic Studies
University of California, Riverside
Master of Arts - Spanish Pedagogy And Literature
University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Universidad Pedagógica Nacional
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