Nilda Otero
League City,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable English Professor with expertise in grammar, literature and linguistics. Skillful in managing traditional classrooms, as well as accelerated classes and online learning platforms. Excellent relationship building skills with history of cultivating engaging classroom environments to promote student learning objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Poetry Community Christian School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
Substitute English Teacher
Forney I.S.D.
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Follow lesson plans provided by regular teacher
- Manage classroom effectively to encourage student participation
- Minimize distraction and maintain a positive learning environment
- Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including on the playground and in the cafeteria.
Special Education English Teacher
PR Dept of Education
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Provide Curriculum English Program - Oral Communication Competencies, Grammar, Reading Comprehension Competencies, Reading, Writing Competencies, Arts & Crafts
English Professor
Universidad Catolica
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Conversational English Courses
Educational English Coach
Ediciones SM
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Provide effective classroom strategies for academic development
- Interaction and lesson delivery
- Provide support of curriculum mappings and daily plans
- Assist English and Spanish class teachers
- Monitor learning progress.
English Professor
Universidad del Este UNE
08.2014 - 05.2017
- Provide Basic and Advance English Courses - Oral Communication Competencies, Grammar, Reading Comprehension Competencies, Reading, Writing Competencies, Arts & Crafts
Educational English Coach/Workshop Facilitator
Rocket Learning
08.2014 - 09.2015
- Provide ongoing formative support for teachers
- Build knowledge for teachers
- Make instructional plans
- Assess student learning
- Reflect on instructional quality
- Assess student learning.
Elementary English Teacher (4th – 6th Grade)
Puerto Rico Preparatory School
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Teach basic and advance grammar including conversational English
- Plan and deliver well structured lessons which engage and motivates students
- Use a range of teaching styles
- Set tasks which challenge students and ensure high levels of interest
- Monitor students’ progress.
LAN Administrator/Administrator Assistant
Pfizer Pharmaceutical
02.1982 - 12.2004
- Implementing and maintaining backup system
- Installation of new software and taking care of upgrades to existing software
- Ongoing maintenance of the network
- Track the status of the software and equipment licensing agreements
- Conduct random testing of various programs.
Education
Master of Education - English as a Second Language
Cambridge College
Hato Rey, PR05.2013
Bachelors of Art - Secondary Education Certification
Caribbean University
Vega Baja, PR06.2009
Business Administration Courses -
Hostos Community College
New York City, NY01.1982
Skills
- Conference presentations
- Translation
- Teaching strategies
- Creative Writing
- Instructional planning
- Project-based learning
Additionalprofessionalexperiences
- English Professor
-Universidad Inter-Americana, PR, June/2016
Work Duties:
-Provided College Board English Test Review
- English Specialist
-Ediciones SM, June 2016-July 2016
Work Duties:
-Created English Instructional Modules (Workbooks) - 7th – 12th Grade Levels
-Edited existing modules
-Created grammar lessons, concepts and standards (student/teacher editions)
-Created Project Based Curriculum Activity
- LAN Administrator/Administrator Assistant
-Pfizer Pharmaceutical, February 1982-December 2004
Work Duties:
-Implementing and maintaining backup system
-Installation of new software and taking care of upgrades to existing software
-Ongoing maintenance of the network
-Track the status of the software and equipment licensing agreements
-Conduct random testing of various programs.
Key Competencies and Skills
PERSONAL SKILLS
-Confident
-Problem solver
-Positive attitude
-Perseverance
-Listening skills
-Flexible and adaptable
-Strong communicating skills
-High levels of integrity
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
-Leadership skills
-Team player
-Behavior management
-Student focus
-Manage change
-Workshop facilitator
-Diversity issues
-Negotiating skills
TEACHING SKILLS
-Class management
-Safe and secure learning environment
-Motivating students
-Maintaining discipline
-Organizing activities
-Project planning
-Subject matter knowledge
-English and Conversational English lessons
References
Available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
English Teacher
Poetry Community Christian School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Substitute English Teacher
Forney I.S.D.
11.2020 - 08.2022
Special Education English Teacher
PR Dept of Education
09.2018 - 05.2019
English Professor
Universidad Catolica
09.2018 - 05.2019
Educational English Coach
Ediciones SM
01.2015 - 05.2017
English Professor
Universidad del Este UNE
08.2014 - 05.2017
Educational English Coach/Workshop Facilitator
Rocket Learning
08.2014 - 09.2015
Elementary English Teacher (4th – 6th Grade)
Puerto Rico Preparatory School
08.2010 - 06.2013
LAN Administrator/Administrator Assistant
Pfizer Pharmaceutical
02.1982 - 12.2004
Master of Education - English as a Second Language
Cambridge College
Bachelors of Art - Secondary Education Certification
Caribbean University
Business Administration Courses -
Hostos Community College
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