Regla Maria Diaz Jimenez
English Instructor
MIAMI,FL
Summary
Results-driven education professional prepared to leverage extensive teaching experience to achieve impactful learning outcomes. Consistently excels in curriculum development and student engagement. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, showcasing skills in instructional design and classroom management.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Instructor of the Department of Continuing Education (English Professor/Adjunct Faculty)
Miami Dade College
05.2014 - Current
- Developed and managed syllabus materials.
- Attended workshops and faculty meetings to ensure teaching methods are up-to-date.
- Maintained appropriate records in an organized, efficient manner for every class imparted, as well as student attendance, grades and progress.
- Advised students about career choices.
- Taught Citizenship Prep classes for the students seeking US citizenship through the process of naturalization.
- Taught ESOL, Intensive English courses and accent reduction courses as well.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Increased student participation with introduction of group projects and collaborative learning sessions.
Substitute Teacher
Comstock Elementary
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment's notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused.
- Selected as a long-term substitute for a teacher on maternity or extended medical leave.
- Fulfill both short- and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-12) and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students.
Elementary Teacher
Tiny Steps Learning Center
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Teach Abeka Curriculum to first graders enthusiastically.
- Hardworking and encouraging teacher.
- Good classroom management skills.
- Always looking for innovative and updated ways of teaching.
Senior Regulatory, Control and Safety Specialist
National Center for Biological Safety/ORASEN/ CITMA.CUBA
09.2000 - 07.2011
- Worked at the Department of Safeguards
- Coordinated logistics of both national and international events on Biosafety under UNEP/GEF project.
- Provided assistance in managing health and safety programs aligned with industry standards under the UNEP/GEF project.
- Collaborated with management to develop and enforce safety policies and procedures, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Supported audit procedures to check all procedures, processes and work standards.
- Taught ESOL classes for CITMA public officials.
- Assisted the second international UNEP/GEF Project “Completion and strengthening of the national biosafety framework of Cuba for the effective implementation of the Cartagena Protocol in establishing verbal and written communications with the implementing and executing agency officers, translating operational and financial reports, and coordinating logistics.
- Performed social communications activities.
- Worked jointly with other Biosafety specialists on the drafting of the new version of the Public Information Program for Biosafety in Cuba.
- Coordinated the printing of educational materials on Biosafety
- Worked together with other Biosafety public officials on the design and production of a multimedia DVD on the "First International Project on Biosafety in Cuba".
- Worked as s Procurement Manager Assistant under the UNEP/GEF project.
- Coordinated and participated in the making of a documentary on Biosafety in Cuba.
ESOL Teacher
Carlos E. Díaz Camacho Language School
09.2007 - 08.2009
- Taught English to Spanish-speaking adult students
- Developed instructional programs using innovational techniques in both oral and written formats.
- Monitored, evaluated and reported students’ progress to school principal
- Maintained educational records, reports and students’ files
- Boosted student engagement with diverse teaching methods, including group projects, hands-on activities, and technology integration.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear guidelines, routines, and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and used data-driven instruction for continuous improvement of learning outcomes.
Senior Regulatory, Control and Safety Specialist
National Center for Biological Safety/ORASEN/CITMA
01.2000 - 09.2007
- Worked at the Department of Safeguards
- Taught ESOL for the CITMA officers
- Assisted the first international pilot project on Biosafety and the first international UNEP/GEF Project “Support to the implementation of a national biosafety framework in Cuba” since 2001 to 2007 by establishing verbal and written communications with the Executing agency officers, translating operational and financial reports, and coordinating logistics.
- Participated as a project assistant to the two project coordinators’ meeting held in Geneva, Switzerland in 2004 (This year the meeting extended to Belgium, Germany, Holland, and France to get information on the way Biosafety was developed in those countries) and in 2005.
- Participated in the Biosafety Clearing House (BCH) meeting as the officer in charge of that matter in Cuba in 2006.
- Participated in the Mechanism of Coordination in Zambia, in 2007, serving as rapporteur.
- Worked as the Focal Point assistant to the BCH-related matters to coordinate the process of inserting information in the BCH web page about the Biosafety-oriented activities developed in Cuba.
- Prepared and developed the Public Information Program of Biosafety
- Coordinated social communication activities
- Coordinated and participated in the performance of a TV spot on Biosafety.
- Coordinated printing and dissemination of educational materials on Biosafety.
- Performed logistics activities for national and international events on Biosafety.
- Served as an interpreter/translator in the meetings held with the IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) officers and those of the National Center for Nuclear Safety during the IAEA Peer Review, as well as in the meetings held at the National Center for Biological Safety with the UNEP/GEF officers.
Teacher of English
Higher Institute for Applied Sciences and Technologies (InsTEC)
01.2000 - 06.2001
- Taught English to the Ministry of Sciences, Technologies, and the Environment officers.
- Monitored, evaluated and reported students’ progress to the InsTEC Dean
- Maintained educational records, reports and students’ files
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management practices.
Translator/Interpreter of English
Cuban Aviation Import Agency (AVAIMPORT in Spanish)
09.1997 - 12.1999
- Translated several legal, commercial, and accounting documents, and made simultaneous interpretations during the meetings held with the PricewaterhouseCoopers Audit Firm representatives, for Total International Oil Company officers, etc.
- Translated documents from Spanish to English
- Reviewed final work to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- Assisted non-native English-speaking colleagues with document editing, improving overall team productivity and communication quality.
- Improved readability of translated materials by employing advanced proofreading techniques and meticulous editing skills.
- Collaborated with fellow translators to ensure consistency in language usage and style across all documents.
- Provided real-time interpretation services during conferences, contributing to seamless communication between speakers and attendees.
- Researched cultural etiquette and specific use of slang words.
- Specialized in translating complex technical documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity for endusers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Languages
Enrique José Varona Higher Pedagogical Institute
Havana, Cuba 05.2001 - 01.1993
Skills
Class instruction
Strong communication skills
Public speaking
Classroom management
Student records management
Technology integration
Academic advisement
Attendance monitoring
Assignment grading
Interpersonal relationship building
Student engagement
Differentiated instruction
Effective lesson planning
Online teaching experience
Recordkeeping
Continuing education
Adult learning
Diverse student populations
Certification
2012 Board of Education- State of Florida
Training
- “Seeing Grammar as a solution: Learning to look for the meaning of forms” by Professor Loris Morris from the Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. (GELI,1998) and “Some interesting grammar points” by Professor Gwen Newsham from the Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. (GELI: Group of Experts of the English Language,1998)
- Commercial, economic and international relations (2000)
- Project Management (Center for Information and Study of Inter-American Relations-CIERI in Spanish-2003)
- Information Management (InsTEC in Spanish-2004)
- Feasible use of data base (Consultan House-DISAIC in Spanish-2005)
- Public Relations (“Julián Grimau” Training Center. Playa. 2006
- Basic Course on Biosafety (Faculty of Biology, Havana University) (2006)
Accomplishments
- Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
Timeline
Instructor of the Department of Continuing Education (English Professor/Adjunct Faculty)
Miami Dade College
05.2014 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Comstock Elementary
11.2013 - 03.2014
Elementary Teacher
Tiny Steps Learning Center
11.2012 - 06.2013
ESOL Teacher
Carlos E. Díaz Camacho Language School
09.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Foreign Languages
Enrique José Varona Higher Pedagogical Institute
05.2001 - 01.1993
Senior Regulatory, Control and Safety Specialist
National Center for Biological Safety/ORASEN/ CITMA.CUBA
09.2000 - 07.2011
Senior Regulatory, Control and Safety Specialist
National Center for Biological Safety/ORASEN/CITMA
01.2000 - 09.2007
Teacher of English
Higher Institute for Applied Sciences and Technologies (InsTEC)
01.2000 - 06.2001
Translator/Interpreter of English
Cuban Aviation Import Agency (AVAIMPORT in Spanish)
09.1997 - 12.1999