Norbella Aguilar
Wheeling,IL
Summary
Dynamic, bilingual professional with 20 years of experience in education, including 4 years as a Spanish teacher. Skilled performer and event planner with a proven ability to design and deliver engaging programs, cultural performances, and impactful community events. Fluent in English and Spanish, with strengths in outreach, cross-cultural communication, and building inclusive community partnerships. Experienced in translating official documents—such as school communications and academic texts—with precision, cultural sensitivity, and attention to detail. Committed to fostering engagement through innovative, community-driven initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Learning Program Liaison
Community Consolidated School District 21
Wheeling, IL
02.2025 - Current
- Advocate for students and families by understanding their needs and working to address obstacles to learning.
- Connect families with relevant school programs, community resources, and external support services.
- Share information about school programs and events with families to encourage participation.
- Meet with community organization stakeholders to plan, promote, and potentially deliver learning opportunities.
- Collect and maintain ongoing quantitative data.
- Collaborate with the CCSD21 Communications Department on planning, publicizing, and implementing family opportunities.
- Attend school and community meetings, and activities that promote family involvement.
- Deliver language support to families by facilitating clear, culturally appropriate communication with district and school staff, ensuring access to vital information, resources, and community programs.
Spanish Teacher
Niles Township Community High School District 219
Skokie, IL
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Developed lessons to support student success in Spanish, academics, and standardized tests.
- Encouraged all students to work collaboratively and engage in discussions using Spanish-language skills.
- Created an inclusive learning environment for all students by acknowledging and celebrating their unique personalities.
- Created educational materials and approaches to be culturally relevant, and sensitive for all learners.
- Developed a new course curriculum for heritage Spanish speakers, tailored to students' needed areas of improvement, potential, and growth.
- Planned and executed three field trips annually, including logistical arrangements, scheduling, and on-site management.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding academic progress, behavior, and other relevant information.
Spanish Teacher
Forest Park School District 91
Forest Park, IL
10.2020 - 10.2021
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
National Louis University
Chicago, IL06-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL08-2016
Skills
- Bilingual: English, Spanish
- Data analysis
- Community outreach
- Program evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Resource coordination
- Cultural competency
- Empathy and sensitivity
- Stakeholder relations
- Curriculum development
- Effective communication
- Collaboration skills
- Proofreading and editing
- Organizational skills
- Document translation
Development Coordinator-Expanding Lives
Support fundraising, donor relations, and community outreach efforts to advance the organization’s mission.
Volunteer Facilitator-Willow House
Provide compassionate peer support by co-facilitating group sessions, creating a safe and supportive space for sharing, and guiding individuals through the grieving process.
Timeline
Family Learning Program Liaison
Community Consolidated School District 21
02.2025 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Niles Township Community High School District 219
10.2021 - 05.2024
Spanish Teacher
Forest Park School District 91
10.2020 - 10.2021
Master of Arts - Teaching
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
Northeastern Illinois University
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