MILKA DOMINGUEZ
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with a track record of enhancing student engagement and fluency in Spanish at ORLANDO TECHNICAL COLLEGE, OCPS. Leveraged native Spanish fluency and strong communication skills to foster a nurturing learning environment, resulting in significant academic and emotional growth cognizant of silent period during acclimation process. Expert in lesson planning and adaptability, consistently developing culturally enriched curriculum aligned the student leaning level, basic level 1 to intermediate level 6. Profess'sional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies (think-pair-share) and classroom management techniques; developing norms in consensus according to cultural ethiquette. Skilled mediator in guided practices in group discussions, redirecting students to desired outcomes, and hands-on leader focused on student success. offering positive and nurturing learning environments to foster language development. Dedicated to assisting students in growing, developing and grasping that fluency develops with practice in the four domains.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish-teacher
ORLANDO TECHNICAL COLLEGE, OCPS.
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Boosted student engagement with interactive activities that incorporated authentic materials from Spanish-speaking countries.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on pedagogical trends and enhance teaching skills further.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHEJR
OCPS
08.2002 - 03.2024
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - PHYSICAL EDUCATION / SECONDARY EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO, MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
MAYAGUEZ, PUERTO RICO 0068006.1998
Skills
- Native Spanish fluency
- Strong Communication Skills
- Classroom Instruction
- Adaptability to Change
- LESSON PLANNING WITH FOUR DOMAINS: LISTEN, SPEAK, WRITE, READING INTERVALS
- FOCUSED IN BACKGROND KNOWLEDGE TO MAKE TRANSITIONS MORE EASIER TO COMPREHEND
- USED OF COGNATES, DAYLY VOCABULARY
- FOCUS ON PHONICS CODING
Certification
- PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE, 813297
WORLD LANGUAGE SPANISH 2024-2026
Timeline
Spanish-teacher
ORLANDO TECHNICAL COLLEGE, OCPS.
01.2024 - 06.2024
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHEJR
OCPS
08.2002 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - PHYSICAL EDUCATION / SECONDARY EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO, MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
- PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR CERTIFICATE, 813297
WORLD LANGUAGE SPANISH 2024-2026
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