Maria Villicana
South Sioux City,Nebraska
Summary
Results-driven and dedicated professional with extensive experience in developing curriculum for Spanish / English language and cultural classes. Passionately committed to student development and establishing productive learning environments. Demonstrated leadership skills with proven ability to motivate and mentor students of all ages and learning levels.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Sioux City Community Schools - North High School
2021.08 - Current
- Prepare the classroom setting to promote a healthy learning environment
- Monitor students and engage with them to enhance learning
- Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials/equipment
- Organize learning resources to create a positive learning environment
- Developed students'' language proficiency by employing immersive teaching techniques in the classroom.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students through the incorporation of authentic materials and real-life scenarios.
- Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating effectively about student progress and addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
- Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
- Utilized a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student performance objectively, providing valuable data for instructional decision-making processes.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Spanish Education
06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
12.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Teacher Education
12.2015
Associate of Arts - Education
05.2010
Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts, Education:
05.2010
Skills
- EXCELLENT STRATEGIST - Dedicated to meeting the individual needs of students using creative, engaging methods. Excellent program development and strategic planning skills.
- EXCEPTIONAL ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS - Skilled in team teaching and interfacing with parents, colleagues, and administration.
- STRONG SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY - Solid professional standards; excellent track record of dependability. Maintain focus on achieving results while implementing solutions to meet a diversity of needs. Demonstrates ability to train, teach, instruct and coach teams & one on one.
- COMPUTER SKILLS - Knowledgeable of computer programs to include MS Office Applications, Zoom, Flipgrid, and the use of the Internet.
- COMMUNICATION SKILLS - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; interact favorably with others from all cultures and backgrounds. Bilingual - fluent in Spanish and English languages.
Personal Information
Title: ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher - Sioux City Community Schools - North High School
2021.08 - Current
University of Nebraska Kearney - Master of Arts, Spanish Education
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish: - Bachelor of Arts, Spanish Teacher Education
Northeast Community College - Associate of Arts, Education
Northeast Community College - Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts, Education:
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