LUIS VARGAS
TORRINGTON,CT
Summary
Skilled individual with passion for helping students reach academic goals. Creates engaging learning experiences tailored to meet individual student needs. Smart candidate develops strategies to help students bolster academic performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TUTOR AND TESOL TEACHER
TORRINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through engaging activities and consistent reinforcement of complex concepts.
- Collaborated with fellow tutors to develop effective strategies for addressing diverse student needs and abilities.
- Enhanced students'' understanding of subject matter by incorporating real-world examples into lessons.
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
Recreationist and Family Support
Manuel's Foundation Center
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Strengthened parent-child relationships by offering guidance on effective communication techniques and conflict resolution strategies.
- Promoted positive interactions among family members by organizing group activities focused on teamwork and cooperation.
- Increased student retention rate by creating a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Engaged guests at special events by playing fun, lively songs and encouraging dancing.
- Enhanced emotional well-being of students by fostering positive relationships and creating a supportive classroom environment.
COLLEGE PROFESSOR_ Grammar and Teaching Methods
ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Mentored junior faculty members, contributing to their professional development and success within the department.
- Established strong rapport with students through open communication and availability during office hours, fostering positive relationships for academic support.
- Implemented effective assessment strategies to track student progress throughout the semester, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal results.
- Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
TESOL AND SPANISH TEACHER
LIBERTAD ADVENTIST SCHOOL _ E And H SCHOOL
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Developed students'' language proficiency by employing immersive teaching techniques in the classroom.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
TESOL TEACHER
GRANADA_ ADVENTIST SCHOOL
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
- Supported language development for non-native speakers by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs.
- Strengthened students'' writing abilities through comprehensive essay assignments and detailed evaluation of grammar, punctuation, and style.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
PLANADAS_ ADVENTIST SCHOOL
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Improved student collaboration by implementing group projects and team-building activities.
- Successfully managed classroom behavior by implementing a clear expectations system and consistent consequences for misbehavior.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Taught core subjects of math, science,Spanish ,social studies technology, and history.
TESOL TEACHER
BALUARTE INTERAMERICANO ADVENTIST SCHOOL
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Adopted new technologies and online platforms to facilitate student learning.
- Planning and delivering English language lessons to students of various proficiency levels
- Teaching vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
- Creating a positive and engaging classroom environment that encourages students to participate and learn.
Elementary Teacher
PLANADAS_ ADVENIST SCHOOL
01.2009 - 11.2009
- Giving and grading assignments, homework and tests
- Helping students prepare for standardized testing
- Overseeing students during recess, lunch and other activities
- Talking to parents about their children’s progress
- Meeting and working with other teachers and supervisors to discuss school policies
- Working some evenings and weekends to create lesson plans and grade assignments
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, music,ESOl , and history.
Education
Master of Science - NEUROSCIENCE AND EDUCATION
INTERNACIONAL DEL TALENTO UNIVERSITY
MEXICO 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
CORPORACION UNIVERSITARIA DEL CARIBE
SUCRE_ SINCELEJOS03.2021
Associate of Arts - International Business
SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE
BOGOTA CITY _COLOMBIA11.2019
ECLEASIATICAL DEGREE - PSychology And Family Conseling
ESCUELA SUPERIOR DE ESTUDIOS VOCACIONALES
FALAM TOLIMA12.2018
Skills
- Online tutoring
- Adaptability
- Reading Comprehension
- Teaching strategies
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Patience and Empathy
- Effective Communication
- Exemplary communication skills
- Choreographed dance moves
- Theater
- Public Speech
- Workout
- Dance skills
- Swimming
- Small Group Instruction
Certification
- Psychology and education course _ Politecnico Superior de Colombia_2014
- Human Trafficking Course _ Justice for Hope Institution_2023
- TESOL Certificate _ Durational Shortage area permit Connecticut State.
Projects _Master's degree in Neuroscience and Education
1. I am working on my project about how dancing impacts the brain and learning Process.
"Dancing can play a significant role in education, offering various benefits that contribute to holistic development. Here's how dancing intersects with education"
1. Physical Health
2. Emotional Expression
3. Creativity and Imagination
4. Cultural Awareness
5. Social Skills
6. Confidence Building
7. Discipline and Focus
8. Academic Enhancement
9. Stress Reduction
10. Life-long Enjoyment
Notes:
- Dancing is being used to treat people with Parkinson’s disease.
- A 2003 study in the New England Journal of Medicine by researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine discovered that dance can decidedly improve brain health.
- Music stimulates the brain’s reward centers, while dance activates its sensory and motor circuits.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
TUTOR AND TESOL TEACHER
TORRINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
10.2022 - 10.2023
Recreationist and Family Support
Manuel's Foundation Center
02.2020 - 09.2022
COLLEGE PROFESSOR_ Grammar and Teaching Methods
ADVENTIST UNIVERSITY
02.2018 - 02.2019
TESOL AND SPANISH TEACHER
LIBERTAD ADVENTIST SCHOOL _ E And H SCHOOL
06.2015 - 06.2017
TESOL TEACHER
GRANADA_ ADVENTIST SCHOOL
02.2014 - 11.2014
ELEMENTARY TEACHER
PLANADAS_ ADVENTIST SCHOOL
01.2013 - 11.2013
TESOL TEACHER
BALUARTE INTERAMERICANO ADVENTIST SCHOOL
01.2010 - 12.2012
Elementary Teacher
PLANADAS_ ADVENIST SCHOOL
01.2009 - 11.2009
Master of Science - NEUROSCIENCE AND EDUCATION
INTERNACIONAL DEL TALENTO UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)
CORPORACION UNIVERSITARIA DEL CARIBE
Associate of Arts - International Business
SERVICIO NACIONAL DE APRENDIZAJE
ECLEASIATICAL DEGREE - PSychology And Family Conseling
ESCUELA SUPERIOR DE ESTUDIOS VOCACIONALES
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