Magdalena Espada
Powell ,OH
Summary
Dynamic Spanish Teacher with a proven track record at Fairbanks Local Schools, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Expert in language acquisition techniques, I successfully coordinated international learning trips and enhanced digital learning integration, fostering a vibrant educational environment that inspires students to achieve their language goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher, ELL Instructor
Fairbanks Local Schools
Milford Center, Ohio
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Instructed Spanish 1, 2, 3, and AP classes for students in grades nine through twelve.
- Supported K-12 ESL instruction to enhance language acquisition.
- Applied Comprehensible Input strategies to improve student comprehension in language courses.
- Oversaw proctoring of OELPA assessments to evaluate language proficiency.
- Coordinated engaging monthly Foreign Language Club meetings.
- Facilitated Digital Academy as Virtual Facilitator from 2020 to 2021.
- Organized Authentic Learning Trips abroad, including Panama in Summer 2023 and Europe in Spring 2025
- Acted as Sophomore Class Advisor and coordinated Powderpuff activities, and Thoughtful Thursday Coordinator.
Member of Executive Council
Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association
, PA
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Administered affairs and established policies for PSMLA.
- Attended all scheduled Council meetings to ensure active participation.
- Discussed, devised, and voted on bylaws and agenda items requiring approval.
- Implemented social media strategies to enhance organizational outreach.
- Served on Professional Development Committee to drive initiatives.
- Discussed and voted on budget allocations for upcoming year.
- Provided recommendations for annual conference to enhance attendee experience.
Spanish Teacher
Village Academy
Powell, OH
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Delivered Spanish instruction for elementary, middle, and high school levels, including AP courses.
- Implemented new curriculum across all grade levels to enhance learning outcomes.
- Purchased and organized educational materials to support course objectives.
- Managed daily communication through Google Calendar, Google Website, and Google Classroom.
- Developed budgets for prom events, coordinating venue reservations and fundraising efforts.
- Oversaw decoration purchases and ticket sales for prom, ensuring financial accountability.
- Facilitated engaging lessons for grades four through twelve, fostering student interest in language learning.
- Collaborated with colleagues to align curricula and share best practices.
Spanish Teacher and World Language Department Head
Fairview High School
Fairview, PA
08.2004 - 06.2018
- Managed junior class advisor responsibilities alongside prom committee tasks, orchestrating fundraising and events from 2004 to 2015.
- Oversaw World Language Department, securing PSMLA Golden Globe awards during tenure from 2010 to 2018.
- Coordinated annual Beach Day event participation from inception in 2004 through organization from 2014 to 2018.
- Reopened student store, driving operational success between 2012 and 2014.
- Contributed as a coach for seventh and eighth grade girls basketball in 2005 while assisting ninth grade boys team in scoring duties in 2004.
- Spearheaded inaugural Heart Chase fundraiser at high school for Regional Heart Association outreach.
- Chaperoned educational trips to France, Spain, and Costa Rica through strategic planning efforts.
- Created Fairview FANatics group while advising Spanish Club from 2009 until transitioning to Book Club and Students for Change role in 2018.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language Learning (PreK-12)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02-2022
MBA - Business Administration
Gannon University
Erie, PA12-2008
Master of Arts - Spanish Language K-12/Secondary Education
Gannon University
Erie, PA05-2004
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement and needs assessment
- Cultural and language immersion
- Classroom management strategies
- Digital learning integration
- Professional development coordination
- Event planning and execution
- Language acquisition techniques
Accomplishments
- FHS World Language Department was recognized with the PSMLA Exemplary Program (PEP) Awards with the highest award a “Golden Globe” from PSMLA in 2006-2008 and 2016- 2018 school year (only academic years that FHS applied).
- Employee of the Month (October 2017)
- Nominated and Selected to be a Member of Executive Council of Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association
- StoryCorps Project done in collaboration with the English department was honored as an Outstanding Program at the Ohio School Board Central Region Spring Conference
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher, ELL Instructor
Fairbanks Local Schools
08.2018 - 07.2019
Member of Executive Council
Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association
11.2017 - 10.2018
Spanish Teacher
Village Academy
08.2017 - 07.2018
Spanish Teacher and World Language Department Head
Fairview High School
08.2004 - 06.2018
Master of Arts - English Language Learning (PreK-12)
Western Governors University
MBA - Business Administration
Gannon University
Master of Arts - Spanish Language K-12/Secondary Education
Gannon University
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