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Marie Anderson

Saginaw,MI

Summary

Elevated student engagement and academic success in Spanish at Bridgeport High School through innovative teaching methods and cultural immersion techniques. Leveraged native Spanish fluency and classroom management skills to foster a supportive learning environment, achieving notable improvements in language proficiency and cultural awareness. Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Bilingual Spanish Teacher experienced teaching both English and Spanish to foreign nationals. Nurtured students struggling to learn foreign language and tailored teaching to best enhance competency. Explained assignments in native language and explained concepts clearly. Technically-astute [Job Title] experienced in offering positive and nurturing learning environments to foster language development. Dedicated to assisting students in growing, developing and grasping [Type] material. Familiar with group and individual language instructional strategies, recordkeeping and student safety policies. Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Spanish Teacher

Bridgeport High School
08.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
  • Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Enhanced cultural understanding among students through the incorporation of authentic materials and real-life scenarios.
  • Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.

High School Spanish Teacher

Mackinaw Alternative High School
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.

High School Spanish Teacher

Carson City Crystal High School
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
  • Enhanced cultural understanding among students through the incorporation of authentic materials and real-life scenarios.
  • Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
  • Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.

High School ESL Teacher

Belding Area School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Provided targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
  • Enhanced students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
  • Increased student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

High School Spanish Teacher

Lansing Everet High School
12.2014 - 06.2017
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
  • Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
  • Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Facilitated parent-teacher conferences, communicating effectively about student progress and addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.

High School Spanish Teacher

Harper Woods High School
06.2014 - 11.2014
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Served on school committees focused on diversity initiatives, contributing insights from the perspective of a world language educator.
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.

High School Spanish Teacher

Pontiac Academy For Excellence
01.2011 - 06.2014
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
  • Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
  • Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
  • Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
  • Promoted global citizenship by introducing students to various Hispanic cultures, customs, and traditions through engaging lesson content.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
  • Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
  • Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Teacher Education

Alma College
Alma, MI
06.2008

Skills

  • Native Spanish fluency
  • Parent-teacher collaboration
  • Real-World Connections
  • Student Motivation
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Advanced Grammar Knowledge
  • Project-based learning
  • Language Immersion Techniques
  • Listening Comprehension
  • Vocabulary expansion

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

High School Spanish Teacher

Bridgeport High School
08.2021 - Current

High School Spanish Teacher

Mackinaw Alternative High School
08.2020 - 08.2021

High School Spanish Teacher

Carson City Crystal High School
08.2018 - 06.2020

High School ESL Teacher

Belding Area School District
08.2017 - 06.2018

High School Spanish Teacher

Lansing Everet High School
12.2014 - 06.2017

High School Spanish Teacher

Harper Woods High School
06.2014 - 11.2014

High School Spanish Teacher

Pontiac Academy For Excellence
01.2011 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Teacher Education

Alma College
Marie Anderson