LUIS DIAZ
Larchmont,USA
Summary
Accomplished Spanish Teacher with a proven track record at NYC Board of Education, adept in bilingual education and cultural awareness. Excelled in lesson planning and classroom management, significantly enhancing students' Spanish language proficiency and cultural understanding. Expert in fostering academic and personal growth, demonstrating adaptability and strong communication skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, Pathway to Graduation
Clinton HS, NYC City Board of Education
Bronx, NY
09.2007 - 06.2023
- Teaching native language art skills in Spanish (listening, speaking, reading, writing, and literature) to young adults and multicultural students through differentiation instruction to prepare them to pass the GED Test in Spanish
- Assessing and grading all class coursework
- Utilized and modeled the use of technology to produce and teach multi-disciplinary lessons (smartboard, and internet interactive learning sites)
- Collaborating as part of the district bilingual curriculum team to develop rigorous lessons aligned to the NYS common course Standards
- Actively supporting the student outreach program by contacting students and parents to enhance students' attendance
- Providing career path guidance and college information to young adults in both Spanish and English
- Mentoring and advising students on academic and personal development, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Meeting with parents to discuss students' progress and learning challenges in the classroom
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, GED Plus, Alternative High School
NYC Board of Education
Bronx, NY
09.2003 - 06.2007
- Teaching native language art skills in Spanish to young adults with an emphasis on writing, reading, and cultural exposure to the Spanish language culture
- Assessing and grading all class coursework
- Collaborating as part of the district bilingual curriculum team to develop rigorous lessons aligned with the NYS common course Standards
- Actively supporting the Bilingual student outreach program by contacting students and parents to enhance students' attendance
- Mentoring and advising students on academic and personal development, fostering a supportive learning environment
- Meeting with parents to discuss student's progress and learning challenges in the classroom
- Organizing cultural events and activities to enhance students' understanding of Hispanic culture
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, Auxiliary Services for High School, Alternative HS and Adult Education
NYC Board of Education
09.2000 - 06.2006
- Teaching language art skills in Spanish with great emphasis on reading and writing to students from 9th to 12th with different language proficiency levels
- Actively collaborating with teachers to implement different approaches to improve student learning
- Establishing relationships with parents of students to identify and help struggling students
- Meeting with parents to discuss student's progress and special needs in the classroom
- Mentoring and advising students on academic and personal development, fostering a supportive learning environment
Spanish Teacher 9-12
James Monroe High School, NYC Board of Education
Bronx, NY
09.1998 - 06.2000
- Instructed Spanish levels 1-2-3 to a multicultural group of students in grades 9-12
- Instructed a course in Spanish literature to advanced students in grades 11-12
- Assessing and grading all class coursework
- Facilitating communication with parents and colleagues in both Spanish and English
- Developed and executed effective classroom management strategies
- Instructed and prepared advanced Spanish class students for the High School Advanced Placement test (AP)
- Created and taught lessons in Spanish language arts aligned to NYS Curriculum Standards
- Meeting with parents to discuss student's progress and learning challenges in the classroom
Education
M.A. - Adult Education
Touro University International, Branch College of Touro College
Manhattan, NY01.2006
M.A. - History and Caribbean literature
Center for Advanced Studies of PR and the Caribbean
San Juan, PR01.1994
B.A. - Political Science
State University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras, PR01.1990
Skills
- Bilingual Fluency in Spanish and English
- Strong communication skills
- Lesson planning expertise
- Classroom management
- Adaptability to change
- Cultural awareness
Certification
New York State Public School Permanent Teaching Certification: Spanish- 7-12
Timeline
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, Pathway to Graduation
Clinton HS, NYC City Board of Education
09.2007 - 06.2023
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, GED Plus, Alternative High School
NYC Board of Education
09.2003 - 06.2007
Spanish Teacher, 9-12, Auxiliary Services for High School, Alternative HS and Adult Education
NYC Board of Education
09.2000 - 06.2006
Spanish Teacher 9-12
James Monroe High School, NYC Board of Education
09.1998 - 06.2000
M.A. - Adult Education
Touro University International, Branch College of Touro College
M.A. - History and Caribbean literature
Center for Advanced Studies of PR and the Caribbean
B.A. - Political Science
State University of Puerto Rico
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