Paula Torres
Bilingual Spanish Teacher
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and to student success through well-rounded educations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Union County Public Schools
Matthews, NC
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Integrated the school behavioral system and my class management system to create safe and positive learning environment.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Developed and wrote curricula in Spanish, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Explored and implemented different technologies such as Canvas and innovative apps to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Completed student progress reports to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Used designated student database and PowerSchool to document student grades.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Reported progress of students and results of testing to school board and principal.
ESL Teacher
GI School
Armenia, Quindio, Colombia
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Facilitated learning of English language using variety of instructional methods, resources and technological tools.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Instructed students in using visuals, games and textbooks to improve writing, speaking and reading skills.
- Attended team meetings with fellow bilingual teachers to integrate curriculum and improve student learning.
Spanish Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
The College Of Wooster
Wooster, OH
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Mentored students needing extra time and assistance to learn.
- Facilitated learning of Spanish language using variety of extracurricular activities on campus.
- Held culture and theme days to show country culture and language history.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards and set up work areas.
- Graded tests and papers and recorded grades for teaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teaching Education
University of Quindio
Armenia, Colombia 08.2007 - 12.2013
Licensure - Spanish Foreign Language Teaching
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC 07.2021 - Current
Skills
Foreign Language Spanish education
Classroom management
Curriculum Development
Group and individual instruction
Progress reporting
Classroom technology
Lesson Planning
Timeline
Licensure - Spanish Foreign Language Teaching
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
07.2021 - Current
Spanish Dual Language Teacher
Union County Public Schools
08.2017 - 06.2022
ESL Teacher
GI School
07.2015 - 06.2017
Spanish Foreign Language Teaching Assistant
The College Of Wooster
08.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Foreign Language Teaching Education
University of Quindio
08.2007 - 12.2013