LUIS JOSUE ESCOBAR ARCAY
Orlando,FL
Summary
Certified Educator with 20+ years of experience equipping adults and children to function confidently in English-speaking world. Creative and flexible teacher focused on adapting curriculum and methods to students' needs, including online and in-person instruction. Passionate about teaching Spanish to students with any native language at their level of proficiency.
Dedicated Spanish Teacher committed to providing students a comfortable academic and learning environment. Focused on helping learners of all skills levels advance through skilled group instruction and personalized support.
Seasoned professional familiar with using wide range of methods to deliver effective learning experiences to students. Focused on developing individual potential and cultivating learning-focused atmosphere for student success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESOL Teacher
Orange Technical College, Avalon Campus
Orlando, FL
09.2018 - Current
- Integrated 21st century learning skills and digital literacy into instruction
- Adapted course content according to the level of proficiency of ESOL learners.
- Examined and analyzed adult learner’s progress and provided appropriate instruction
- Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
Spanish Instructor
Timber Creek Senior High School
Orlando, Florida
08.2017 - Current
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress in order to adjust instruction accordingly.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as role-playing, conversation practice, multimedia resources, and others.
- Familiar with BLACKBOARD, CANVAS, ZOOM and SKYWARD platforms for online and mixed instruction.
- Sensible to students and the community while promoting healthy self-esteem.
Spanish Teacher (Beginning Spanish, Spanish I & II)
Avalon Middle School
Orlando, Florida
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Spearheaded the first language program at school
- Developed language acquisition curriculum based in speaking, reading, writing and auditory understanding of [Language].
- Participated with principals in hiring qualified Foreign Language teachers
- Developed and implemented program goals and initiatives in our middle and high school to help student transition into secondary level program.
Early Enrollment Program (EEP) Adjunct Faculty
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI
09.2008 - 06.2013
- Maintained and developed collaborations to better prepare students for college
- Fostered mutual learning among the faculty and students at partnering institutions
- Facilitated progress and success by ensuring appropriate collaborative support systems
- Directed the general operation at the school site.
Spanish Instructor (Spanish I-V & Advanced Placement levels)
Pawtucket School Department
Pawtucket, RI
08.2000 - 06.2013
- Created and implemented literacy and numeracy standards-based and units and lessons
- Identified students’ individualism to accommodate different learning styles
- Maintained parent contact through conferences, telephone or written communications
- Collaborated with other colleagues to maintain consistency in curriculum instruction.
Education
Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of Rhode Island
Kinsgton, RI01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education / Spanish
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05-2000
Skills
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Online Teaching
- Multimedia and Platforms operation
- Lesson Planning
- Individualized Instruction
- Fluent in – Spanish/English/Portuguese
- Time Management
- Literacy Skills
- Hand-on Demonstrations
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Subject matter expertise
- Florida Teaching Certification
- Emotional Intelligence
- Adaptive Learning
- Online learning platforms
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Excellent Communication
- Student Motivation and Engagement
- Group Learning Mechanics
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Differentiated Instruction
- Effective listening
- Written Communication
- Multicultural education
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
Certification
- Professional Teacher Certificate from the State of Florida covering the areas of: Spanish Teacher K-12 (DOE # 1182160)
- ESOL Essential Certification
Accomplishments
- Judge for Florida State Spanish Conference (FSCC)
- Spearheaded the Spanish Club – Avalon Middle School
- Employee of the Month, March 2017 – Avalon Middle School
- Community College and Career Fair, March 2019 – Orlando, Florida
Publications
- Master's Degree Thesis: Vistas de un proceso de identidad cultural: resistencia y asimilación.
Timeline
ESOL Teacher
Orange Technical College, Avalon Campus
09.2018 - Current
Spanish Instructor
Timber Creek Senior High School
08.2017 - Current
Spanish Teacher (Beginning Spanish, Spanish I & II)
Avalon Middle School
08.2013 - 06.2017
Early Enrollment Program (EEP) Adjunct Faculty
Rhode Island College
09.2008 - 06.2013
Spanish Instructor (Spanish I-V & Advanced Placement levels)
Pawtucket School Department
08.2000 - 06.2013
Master of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
University of Rhode Island
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education / Spanish
Rhode Island College
- Professional Teacher Certificate from the State of Florida covering the areas of: Spanish Teacher K-12 (DOE # 1182160)
- ESOL Essential Certification
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