PATRICIA JIMENEZ-GHEE
Apollo Beach,FL
Summary
Accomplished Educator with extensive experience in Spanish and ESL, recognized for leading students to excel academically, including significant achievements in national language exams. Actively promotes cultural exchange and community engagement while providing tailored support for diverse student needs, including IEP contributions and guidance for migrant families.
Overview
2016
2016
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
New Hampstead High School
Savannah, Georgia
08.2014 - 05.2015
Spanish Teacher
Rockwall High School
Rockwall, Texas
08.2008 - 05.2011
Spanish Teacher
Community High School
Nevada, Texas
08.2007 - 05.2008
Spanish Teacher
Agua Dulce High School
Agua Dulce, Texas
08.2006 - 05.2007
Spanish Teacher
San Pasqual High School
Escondido, California
09.1999 - 06.2002
ESL Teacher
Sunnyside High School
Tucson, Arizona
08.1996 - 05.1999
ESL/Spanish Teacher
Kofa High School
Yuma, Arizona
08.1993 - 05.1996
Administrative Assistant
Migrant Head Start
Parkdale, Oregon
06.1992 - 08.1993
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Pine Grove Elementary School
Hood River, Oregon
09.1991 - 06.1992
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Hood River Middle School
Hood River, Oregon
09.1991 - 06.1992
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Waldo Middle School
Salem, Oregon
01.1990 - 06.1991
- Taught Beginning Spanish and Spanish I and II to students in middle and high school and led ESL classes for beginning, intermediate, and advanced English language learners.
- Led advanced-level Spanish classes for fluent speakers with focus on literature and culture.
- Created lesson plans for students' development with emphasis on one-to-one learning modules.
- Oversaw enrichment course for middle school students, offering opportunity for them to take part in cultural activities or receive assistance with regular school work.
- Directed school participation in National Spanish Exam, administered by American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP); obtained AATSP membership, established Independent school chapter, and enlisted approximately 50 students to take exam.
- Helped students prepare for National Spanish Exam; efforts led to 20% to 30% of students being recognized for high achievement on test and two students' earning gold medals.
- Contributed to districtwide adoption of new technology-intensive textbooks, assisted in revision of Spanish curriculum to align with state standards, and incorporated computer-based lessons into current curriculum.
- Translated computerized educational materials via Humanities software and provided English-to-Spanish interpretation services for conference and written communications.
- Administered and interpreted full range of standardized testing instruments, including Gates McGinitie, Aprenda, Stanford 9, and LAS, to determine placement and performance of ESL students.
- Advised and tutored up to 10 students each session on Spanish Advanced Placement Test.
- Initiated consultations with parents and faculty to discuss performance, provide IEP input, and outline academic goals; interacted with community leaders to secure fundraising assistance and outside learning opportunities.
- Arranged for intervention of community agencies and health professionals in cases where students required assistance with behavioral and emotional issues.
- Supported children in Migrant Head Start program; translated guidelines and policy procedures, identified community resources for family assistance, and maintained Chapter 1 Migrant paperwork.
- Offered interpretation services for evaluation of early childhood development instructors.
- Coordinated and co-sponsored cultural exchange program with secondary school in Hermosillo, Mexico, arranging host and classroom accommodations for weeklong visit by more than 20 students and teachers.
- Helped analyze and correct Arizona Standards Writing Proficiency Exams administered annually to seniors prior to graduation.
- Participated in after-school tutoring program, providing one-on-one instruction in various subjects for up to 10 students each session; supervised cheerleading and other extracurricular activities.
- Served on attendance committee to evaluate and make decisions about students' absentee records, helped with selection of Honor Society members, and sponsored and supervised National Honor Society Club.
- Earned Adalberto Guerrero Teacher of the Year Award for academic and community contributions and extraordinary commitment to students.
Education
M.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01-1998
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR01-1993
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Bilingual Multicultural Studies
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR01-1993
Skills
Dedicated, accomplished Educator with extensive career teaching Spanish and ESL classes and passion for helping students reach educational goals
- Establishes high standards for students' academic performance and help them meet expectations through interactive classroom environment and specialized instruction
- Relates cultural and language lessons to current events as a way to spark interest in learning and promotes ancillary educational opportunities such as international exchange programs
- Offers experience with Migrant Head Start program and providing input for IEPs; deftly navigates government channels to offer translation and support services to students requiring extra attention
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; fluent in English and Spanish
- Demonstrates exceptional organization, multitasking, and time management abilities
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
New Hampstead High School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Spanish Teacher
Rockwall High School
08.2008 - 05.2011
Spanish Teacher
Community High School
08.2007 - 05.2008
Spanish Teacher
Agua Dulce High School
08.2006 - 05.2007
Spanish Teacher
San Pasqual High School
09.1999 - 06.2002
ESL Teacher
Sunnyside High School
08.1996 - 05.1999
ESL/Spanish Teacher
Kofa High School
08.1993 - 05.1996
Administrative Assistant
Migrant Head Start
06.1992 - 08.1993
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Pine Grove Elementary School
09.1991 - 06.1992
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Hood River Middle School
09.1991 - 06.1992
Bilingual Instructional Assistant
Waldo Middle School
01.1990 - 06.1991
M.D. - Educational Leadership And Management
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Western Oregon University
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And Bilingual Multicultural Studies
Western Oregon University