Luis Garcia

Work History

Hickory Public Schools

Hickory, NC

08.2019 - Current

Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.

Hickory Public Schools

Hickory, United States

08.2018 - Current

Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
Followed and adhered to rules and regulations concerning education of foreign students.
Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
Coordinated and supervised academic advising activities.
Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Gimnasio Los Cerezos IB School

Cajica, Colombia, Cundinamarca

01.2018 - 06.2018

Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Assessed and looked after fifteen students by working closely with staff and efficiently planning and coordinating work.
Instructed up to fifteen students individually and in groups on English, Math, Social Studies, Science and Research subjects.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

Colegio Nuestra Senora Del Rosario

Bogota, Colombia, Bogota D.C

01.2015 - 12.2017

Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
Worked with administrators on behavioral issues to support needs of students.
Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
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.
Planned coursework to introduce students to important literature.
Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.