Ray R. Kenney
Research Assistant And Graduate Student In Latin American Studies
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Dedicated Spanish Teacher with passion for promoting cultural literacy. Advance proficiency in Spanish grammar and dialect distinctions. Offering 3 years of experience in developing and implementing curricula for students ages 7 to 14. Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Latin American and Portuguese studies to gain a well rounded perspective on Latin American languages, culture, politics and history to enhance my knowledge and skill set as an educator and researcher.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
3rd Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Successfully taught content-based lessons in Spanish following all required content and common core Utah state standards
- Successfully followed the two-way, 50/50 Utah state model, where students receive 50% of English instruction from my English partner teacher and 50% of Spanish instruction from me
- Applied the best researched-based practices in language learning as required by the Utah state dual immersion model
- Collaborated with dual immersion and traditional English teachers in professional learning communities at my school site.
3rd/ 4th Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Successfully taught content-based lessons in Spanish following all required content and common core Utah state standards
- Successfully followed the two-way, 50/50 Utah state model, where students receive 50% of English instruction from my English partner teacher and 50% of Spanish instruction from me
- Applied the best researched-based practices in language learning as required by the Utah state dual immersion model
- Collaborated with dual immersion and traditional English teachers in professional learning communities in creating assessments and lesson plans
- As a teacher leader, I was part of the School Improvement Team at my school to improve our professional learning communities and school environment
- Taught culturally relevant themes through the literature of various Latin American and Peninsular cultures in an age-appropriate manner.
2nd Grade Spanish/English Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Successfully taught content-based lessons in Spanish following all required content and common core Utah state standards
- Successfully followed the one-way, 50/50 Utah state model, where students receive 50% of English instruction and 50% of Spanish instruction from me
- Applied the best researched-based practices in language learning as required by the Utah state dual immersion model
- Collaborated with dual immersion and traditional English teachers in professional learning communities in creating assessments and lesson plans
- Taught culturally relevant themes through the literature of various Latin American and Peninsular cultures in an age-appropriate manner.
Substitute Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach, CA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Successfully taught core subjects in elementary, middle school, and high school as a substitute teacher
- Successfully continued the educational process as directed by classroom teachers and administrators
- Knowledgeable about California State Standards and Common Core state standards
- Held high expectations and discipline in the classroom
- Successfully developed a relationship and rapport with parents, students, administrators, and staff in a diverse and multicultural environment.
Student Evaluation Technician
Long Beach Unified School District
Long Beach, CA
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Successfully administered and scored CELDT assessments and examinations for new and current students to determine competency in their English listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
- Diligently evaluated and assessed student’s comprehension for English language development
- Excellent ability to multitask and complete tasks with attention to detail in demanding and high-volume environments
- Excellent ability to complete tasks promptly with attention to detail
- Provided translations services to Spanish-speaking students as necessary.
Substitute Teacher
Lynwood Unified School District
Lynwood, CA
01.2006 - 09.2015
- Successfully taught core subjects in elementary, middle school, and high school as a substitute teacher
- Successfully continued the educational process as directed by classroom teachers and administrators
- Knowledgeable California State Standards and Common Core state standards
- Always held high expectations and discipline in classrooms by clearly communicating my expectations to students
- Successfully developed a relationship and rapport with parents, students, administrators, and staff in diverse, urban, and multicultural environments.
Program Student Assistant
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
09.2004 - 10.2005
- College of Education, Services Experiences for Revitalizing Education (SERVE), Assisted students with questions and inquiries regarding the SERVE Program
- Successfully facilitated in helping monitor and maintain the daily functions of the SERVE office
- Maintained files with attention to detail using FileMaker Pro and physical files as well
- Assisted SERVE director in helping execute SERVE-related events.
Education
Master of Arts - Latin American Studies
The University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 08.2021 - Current
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and Policy
The University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT 08.2019 - 05.2021
Utah Licensure - Spanish, Dual Immersion, Elementary Education
Utah State Board of Education
Salt Lake City, UT 06.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA 08.2002 - 05.2005
Skills
Lesson Planning
Verbal communication
Lesson design
Advanced fluency in Spanish
Latin American history knowledge
Spanish Translation
Project-based learning advocate
Brazilian cultural knowledge
Spanish and English evaluation
MS Office proficient
Instructional strategies
Intermediate competency in Portuguese
Timeline
Master of Arts - Latin American Studies
The University of Utah
08.2021 - Current
3rd Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
07.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Education - Educational Leadership and Policy
The University of Utah
08.2019 - 05.2021
3rd/ 4th Grade Spanish Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
07.2019 - 06.2020
2nd Grade Spanish/English Dual Immersion Teacher
Granite School District
07.2018 - 06.2019
Utah Licensure - Spanish, Dual Immersion, Elementary Education
Utah State Board of Education
06.2018 - 07.2021
Substitute Teacher
Long Beach Unified School District
01.2015 - 12.2015
Student Evaluation Technician
Long Beach Unified School District
09.2014 - 12.2015
Substitute Teacher
Lynwood Unified School District
01.2006 - 09.2015
Program Student Assistant
California State University Long Beach
09.2004 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
California State University - Long Beach
08.2002 - 05.2005