Maria Rita Laredo Sierra
Summary
Dynamic Spanish Teacher with a proven track record at All About Spanish, excelling in lesson planning and student engagement. Skilled in creating immersive learning experiences that enhance conversational fluency. Adept at fostering cultural competency and communication skills, ensuring students thrive in their language journey.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
All About Spanish
09.2024 - Current
- Teach Spanish to students of all ages, emphasizing grammar, vocabulary, and conversational fluency.
- Develop engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Create an immersive and supportive environment to build confidence in real-life communication.
Teacher Assistant
Spanish Immersion Workshop
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted lead teachers in delivering interactive language lessons.
- Provided one-on-one academic support to enhance student performance.
- Collaborated on designing engaging classroom activities and cultural projects.
Direct Support Professional
Brookville Center Services, Lido Beach
Lido Beach
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily activities.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans in collaboration with support teams.
- Monitored progress and reported changes to ensure quality care.
Education
Bachelor’s and Master’s in Spanish Language & Literature Teacher Preparation - Spanish Language & Literature Teacher Preparation
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY01.2026
Associate Degree - Teacher Education for Adolescents
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY01.2023
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Cultural competency
- Student engagement
- Communication skills
- Language assessment
Affiliations
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Awards
- Selected to the 2024 All-New York Academic Team in recognition of scholarly achievement at Nassau Community College
- Named to the Dean’s List at Stony Brook University for academic excellence (2024)
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
All About Spanish
09.2024 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Spanish Immersion Workshop
06.2022 - 05.2024
Direct Support Professional
Brookville Center Services, Lido Beach
01.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor’s and Master’s in Spanish Language & Literature Teacher Preparation - Spanish Language & Literature Teacher Preparation
Stony Brook University
Associate Degree - Teacher Education for Adolescents
Nassau Community College
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