Reinaldo Calas Montero
Portland,TX
Summary
Dynamic educator and communicator with extensive experience at ICRT CUBA and MINED, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Leveraged expertise in classroom management and public speaking to enhance learning outcomes and foster inclusive environments. Proven track record in improving student retention rates and collaborating effectively with faculty, demonstrating a significant impact on academic and program success.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Profesor Y Locutor De Radio
ICRT CUBA
12.1999 - 02.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Profesor
MINED
09.1974 - 08.1988
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Facilitated cross-disciplinary learning opportunities for students by collaborating with colleagues from other departments.
- Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
- Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
- Mentored and supervised graduate students, providing valuable guidance for thesis work, research projects, and professional development.
- Identified research opportunities for students, assisting with gathering data and drawing conclusions for projects.
- Improved student retention rates through proactive communication and support.
- Established industry connections for students by organizing guest speaker events, workshops, and networking opportunities.
- Promoted collaboration by developing group projects and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Strengthened department reputation by presenting at conferences, serving on committees, and participating in professional organizations.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in accreditation processes by gathering necessary documentation, preparing reports, and participating in site visits as needed.
- Supported multidisciplinary research teams focused on scholarly publication.
- Boosted overall department performance by mentoring junior faculty members and sharing best practices.
- Conducted on-going program assessment, enrollment and retention tracking.
- Advised students on academic planning, career goals, internships, research opportunities, and graduate school applications to foster successful outcomes postgraduation.
- Implemented effective time management strategies while balancing teaching responsibilities with research pursuits.
- Expanded program offerings by proposing new courses based on current trends within the field of study.
- Championed diversity within the department through recruitment efforts, inclusive curriculum design, and community outreach events.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
- Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
- Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
- Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
- Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
- Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
- Incorporated instructional technologies in course delivery for both in-class and online instruction.
Education
Licenciatura En Hostoria - Historia
Carlos Manuel De Céspedes
La Demajagua... Isla De La Juventud... Cuba.08.1982
Skills
- Online Class Discussion
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Lesson Planning
- Student Counseling
- Student Records Management
- Online lectures
- Academic advisement
- Subject Expertise
- Public Speaking
- Learning Management Systems
- Online content delivery
- Curriculum Creation
- Student advisement
- Group and individual instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Feedback Delivery
- Faculty communication
- Faculty Collaboration
- Lecture development
- Discussion Facilitation
- Supporting materials
- Instructional technology
- Audience Engagement
- Continuing education
- Program assessment
- Exam writing
- Assessment Design
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student assessment
- Classroom presentations
- Research
- Student Evaluation
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Online learning tools
- Curriculum Development
- Thesis advisement
- Performance Assessment
- Examination administration
- Learning tools and materials
- Issue Resolution
- Grant Writing
- Class Instruction
- Career advising
- Distance learning tools
- Technology-based curriculum
Accomplishments
Tanto como profesor alcance excelentes resultados. Como profesor participé en ponencias a nivel provincial. Como Locutor obtuve Premios a nivel provincial.
Certification
Sello 90 Aniversario de la Radio Cubana.
Languages
Español como idioma nativo. Estudié el ingles, pr
Elementary
Timeline
Profesor Y Locutor De Radio
ICRT CUBA
12.1999 - 02.2019
Profesor
MINED
09.1974 - 08.1988
Licenciatura En Hostoria - Historia
Carlos Manuel De Céspedes
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