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OLGA WILLIAMS

Spanish Educator & Cultural Liaison

Fort Mill,SC

Summary

Dedicated and results-oriented Spanish educator with 15 years of experience as a professional interpreter and translator for CMS, complemented by over 6 years of teaching expertise. Proven track record of enhancing student engagement through innovative multimodal lesson plans that seamlessly integrate real-world cultural connections. Committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that empowers every student to thrive and achieve full potential. Passionate about leveraging linguistic skills and educational insights to inspire a love for language and culture in diverse classroom settings.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certifications

Language

Work History

Spanish Teacher (Spanish I)

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS)

10.2019 - Current

Curriculum Development: Design and execute rigorous Spanish I lesson plans focusing on the four pillars of language: speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
Inclusion & Equity: Adapt instruction for diverse learners, including students with learning disabilities and ELLs, ensuring 100% compliance with IEP and 504 plans.
Classroom Management: Maintain a high-energy, 'Target Language' environment that reduces behavioral issues through active student participation.
Data Integration: Utilize formative assessment data to identify learning gaps and provide targeted interventions for struggling students.

Spanish Interpreter / Translator

EL Student Services Department

08.2006 - 10.2019

Linguistic Authority: Provided high-level interpretation for disciplinary hearings, IEP/504 meetings, and Board of Education events.
Assessment: Administered state screening tests to determine ELL eligibility and placement for incoming non-English speaking students.
Leadership: Led teams of interpreters during district-wide Parent-Teacher conferences, ensuring seamless communication between staff and families.
Community Advocacy: Facilitated orientation sessions for international families, streamlining the enrollment process and increasing parent engagement.

Bilingual Patient Representative

Northeast Medical Center

01.2001 - 01.2011

Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and providing compassionate assistance.
Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical professionals for optimal care coordination.

Bilingual Communications Liaison

CMS Communications Dept.

01.2005 - 08.2006

Served as the primary bridge between the district and the Spanish-speaking community, advocating for student needs and resources.
Organized successful company-wide events aimed at fostering collaboration, boosting morale, and reinforcing core values.

Sales Executive / Account Manager

CAFAM & Salud Total

01.1995 - 01.1998

Responsible to provide account management and profitable sales growth by negotiating and implementing service contracts with client companies.
Coordinated schedule and managing training workshops for Regional Accounts and strategic channels.
Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Teaching Foreign Languages (Spanish)

UNCC Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

05-2011

B.S. - Marketing and Advertising

Politécnico Grancolombiano

Colombia

11-1995

Skills

Instruction: Differentiated Instruction, Scaffolding, Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Technology: Canvas, PowerSchool, Zoom, Google Classroom, Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance: IEP/504 Implementation, ELL Support, Standard-Based Assessment

Communication: Fluent in English/Spanish, Parent Outreach, Community Engagement

Effective reading comprehension

Encouraging educational environment

Student engagement

Collaborative teamwork

Global awareness

Native Spanish fluency