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LOURDES WIEGAND

Temple,GA
LOURDES WIEGAND

Summary

Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.

Overview

25
years of professional experience

Work History

King's Ridge Christian School

Spanish Teacher
08.2022 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language online platform called Voces.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
  • Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Created supportive learning environment for for students to nurture budding language development.

Cherokee County Schools

Spanish Language Teacher
10.2021 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.

Slater Elementary School

Spanish Teacher
07.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Developed and wrote curricula in Spanish and English for the entire elementary school.
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education through educational games, songs and cultural experiences.
  • Participated in meetings at the district level to improve curriculum and development of the Spanish program.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy

Spanish Teacher
07.2019 - 06.2020

Job overview

  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, and frequently work with cross curriculum across the board.
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education beyond the walls of the classroom due to the pandemic.
  • Conducted virtual field trips to expand on the cultural insights of various countries.
  • Maintained a high level of communication with parents and students to clarify concepts and make them feel at ease during this challenging times.
  • Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.

Cornerstone Schools

Spanish Teacher
08.2018 - 06.2019

Job overview

  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.

MCGINNIS WOODS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Spanish Teacher
01.2015 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
  • Created and developed the Spanish Club to enrich the youth in Spanish culture through songs and hands-on initiatives
  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
  • Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.

Education

Grand Canyon University , Phoenix, AZ

Masters of Early Childhood Education from Education
05.2021

University Overview

  • Honoree of Cum Laude 3.9 GPA

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY , Tallahassee, FL

Bachelor of Arts from International Relations
12.2000

Skills

  • Immersive Activities
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Small Group Tutoring
  • Fluency in Spanish
  • Cultural Immersion
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment
  • Diversify Instruction
  • Collaborative Environments

Affiliations

Kappa Delta Pi | National Spanish Examination | American Association of Teaching a Foreign Language (ACTFL)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
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Timeline

Spanish Teacher

King's Ridge Christian School
08.2022 - 06.2023

Spanish Language Teacher

Cherokee County Schools
10.2021 - 05.2022

Spanish Teacher

Slater Elementary School
07.2020 - 08.2021

Spanish Teacher

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy
07.2019 - 06.2020

Spanish Teacher

Cornerstone Schools
08.2018 - 06.2019

Spanish Teacher

MCGINNIS WOODS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
01.2015 - 01.2017

Grand Canyon University

Masters of Early Childhood Education from Education

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Arts from International Relations
LOURDES WIEGAND