Hi, I’m
Lorraine Castañares
Philosopher/Teacher/College Counselor
México City,CDMX
Summary
Motivated Academic Advisor with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Successful at guiding students through course registration steps, course selection and academic planning. Expertise in goal setting and active listening.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Escuela Sierra Nevada México City, CDMX
College Counselor
08.2007 - Current
Job overview
- Taught students to navigate college applications process.
- Built and maintained relationships with college admissions offices.
- Assisted with admissions process, financial aid process and obstacles that arose.
- Planned grade-specific events for parents to address specific needs of academic year.
- Facilitated academic and cognitive assessments to provide resource referrals according to individualized needs.
- Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests.
- Conducted seminars, workshops and educational presentations for enrichment opportunities for students.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Assessed data gathering methods for validity and reliability purposes.
Thomas Jefferson High SchoolMexico, Mexico State
High School Humanities Teacher
08.2000 - 07.2007
Job overview
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Colegio Moderno TepeyacMéxico City, CDMX
High School English Teacher
08.1998 - 07.2003
Job overview
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Education
Alliant University
Masters In Education from The Impact of Qualitative Feedback On Student Performance
07.2009 - 07.2013
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Licenciatura En Filosofía from Hermeneutics
08.1994 - 07.1998
University Overview
- Awarded Gabino Barreda
CENEVAL
Licenciatura En Enseñanza Del Inglés from Bachelor's Degree in English Teaching
07.2016 - 08.2019
Skills
College application assistance
Higher education practices knowledge
Excellent oral and written communication
Career counseling
Team collaboration and leadership
Data-driven decision making
Professional referral network
Diverse groups presentations
Timeline
CENEVAL
Licenciatura En Enseñanza Del Inglés from Bachelor's Degree in English Teaching
07.2016 - 08.2019
Alliant University
Masters In Education from The Impact of Qualitative Feedback On Student Performance
07.2009 - 07.2013
College Counselor
Escuela Sierra Nevada
08.2007 - Current
High School Humanities Teacher
Thomas Jefferson High School
08.2000 - 07.2007
High School English Teacher
Colegio Moderno Tepeyac
08.1998 - 07.2003
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Licenciatura En Filosofía from Hermeneutics
08.1994 - 07.1998