Marcus D'Andrea
Chicago
Summary
An accomplished and results-driven educator with over a decade of experience teaching and managing a wide variety of classrooms in both Spanish and French languages. With a strong focus on communication, cultural understanding, and student engagement, I create immersive classroom environments that foster language acquisition and global awareness. Being highly skilled in designing differentiated instruction and integrating technology has helped me provide support to diverse learners while promoting a lifelong appreciation for languages and cultures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Spanish & French Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
07.2024 - Current
- Taught content exclusively in Spanish as part of the school’s dual language immersion program, promoting bilingualism and cultural awareness.
- Collaborated with cross-curricular teams to integrate more Spanish language elements into daily instruction and enhance language exposure school-wide.
- Mentored new teachers by offering support in classroom management strategies, instructional planning, and curriculum development.
High School Spanish & French Teacher
JO Combs Unified School District
San Tan Valley
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Directed the department-wide adoption of the “Modern Teacher” instructional framework, focusing on personalized learning and increased student engagement.
- Commended by district leadership for distinguished excellence in fostering a dynamic, student-centered classroom environment.
- Partnered with colleagues across subject areas to design and launch an after-school tutoring program aimed at supporting diverse learner needs and improving academic outcomes.
Middle School Spanish & French Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
Scottsdale
07.2019 - 07.2022
- Participated in school leadership meetings to support the development and implementation of a Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) system in order to enhance student behavior and overall campus climate.
- Served as advisor to the Student Government, guiding students in the successful planning and execution of major school-wide events such as dances, spirit weeks, assemblies, and community service initiatives.
- Led the Yearbook Club by coordinating project timelines, photo shoots, extracurricular events, and ensuring responsible stewardship of the school’s yearbook budget, equipment, and resources.
High School Spanish Teacher
Kiowa Schools
Kiowa
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Served as a bilingual liaison between school administration and families to facilitate conflict resolution and strengthen school-community relationships.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of three new world language curricula, aligning instructional goals with current standards and student needs.
- Provided individualized academic support to students acquiring English as an additional language.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & French
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI05-2018
Skills
- classroom management
- language fluency
- professional development
- student engagement strategies
- content development
- effective communication
- event planning
- Faculty collaboration
- Multimedia integration
- problem solving
Timeline
High School Spanish & French Teacher
Chicago Public Schools
07.2024 - Current
High School Spanish & French Teacher
JO Combs Unified School District
07.2022 - 07.2024
Middle School Spanish & French Teacher
Scottsdale Unified School District
07.2019 - 07.2022
High School Spanish Teacher
Kiowa Schools
07.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Arts - Education
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & French
Northern Michigan University