Maria Alexandra Soto Espinosa
Boca Raton,FL
Summary
Versatile, goal-oriented academic professional with excellent presentation, research, and communication skills. Organized, with a track record of achievement and excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Research Assistant
HR Ikigai Institute
Quito, Ecuador
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
Teacher
NYOS Charter School
Austin, TX
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
EXTERNAL CONSULTANT
La Guaragua LLC
Quito, Ecuador
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Prioritize needs and delegate tasks to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Completed grant applications with supporting documentation to secure funding proposals, grant application narratives and budgets to finalize with development prior to submittal.
- Grant writer
Secretariat of State
SENPLADES
Quito, Ecuador
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Coordinate with relevant department staff members in assigning procedures for project execution and strategic objective
- Track project progress oriented toward important milestones in each project phase
- Document research finding by preparing reports, highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
- Grant writer
SOCIOLOGIST/FOREIGN AFFAIRS CONSULTANT
OEA/PGE
Quito, Ecuador
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Elaboration and Design of the project for communities of refugees at risk in the area of Esmeraldas, Ecuador.
- Keep the team on track by assigning and monitoring their activities and giving constructive feedback
- Improve operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Latin American Christian University
Quito, Ecuador
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Develop effective teaching methods
- Actively participate in department committee activities, including peer evaluation and voting for promotion and tenure
- Formulate a well-structured course content syllabus to detail learning objectives and expected outcomes
- Design learning exercises to take advantage of students' resources and abilities.
NATIONAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
World Vision of Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Designer and coordinator of projects
- Conduct annual follow-up surveys of students and employees for discussion with the advisory board
- Attend seminars, workshops and conventions to keep abreast of educational research and statistics affecting educational standards
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Central University of Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Develop Curriculum
- Identify promising students to take charge of research initiatives
- Use rubrics as tools to define expectations and improve overall student learning.
PROJECT COORDINATOR
DIRECTOR, YMCA
Miami, Florida
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety, and well-being of children
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences
Education
Master of Science - Psychology
Instituto Superior Europeo De Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain02-2024
Master of European Studies - Social Sciences
University of Valladolid
Valladolid, Spain10-2011
Master of Social Studies - Culture Studies
University Andean Simon Bolivar Quito
Quito, Ecuador06-2006
Bachelor's degree - Sociology And Political Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador11-2004
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Data Collection
- Research and Analysis
Timeline
Virtual Research Assistant
HR Ikigai Institute
10.2023 - Current
Teacher
NYOS Charter School
08.2022 - 10.2023
EXTERNAL CONSULTANT
La Guaragua LLC
01.2014 - 01.2015
Secretariat of State
SENPLADES
01.2010 - 01.2014
SOCIOLOGIST/FOREIGN AFFAIRS CONSULTANT
OEA/PGE
01.2009 - 01.2009
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Latin American Christian University
01.2008 - 01.2009
NATIONAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
World Vision of Ecuador
01.2006 - 01.2008
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Central University of Ecuador
01.2006 - 01.2007
PROJECT COORDINATOR
DIRECTOR, YMCA
Master of Science - Psychology
Instituto Superior Europeo De Barcelona
Master of European Studies - Social Sciences
University of Valladolid
Master of Social Studies - Culture Studies
University Andean Simon Bolivar Quito
Bachelor's degree - Sociology And Political Science
Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador