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RENEE M. GOLDSMITH

Clairton,PA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Fluent at speaking and highly proficient at reading and writing Spanish. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Technologically-astute. Familiar with group and individual instructional strategies, recordkeeping and student safety policies. Focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Teacher

Clairton Education Center
08.2009 - Current
  • Develop and implement comprehensive lessons for students in Spanish levels 1 through 4 that accommodate all learning styles
  • Use written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages
  • Create and maintain safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning
  • Explore and implement innovative use of technology in language education.
  • Use written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
  • Develop and implement behavior management plans to address student issues
  • Create supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members

Spanish Teacher

Briggs Chaney Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2009
  • Instructed Accelerated Spanish levels 1, 2 and 3 using curriculum based texts and authentic materials in target language to foster understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures
  • Constructed lesson plans with student centered activities to promote cooperative learning
  • Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives

Spanish Teacher

Silver Spring International Middle School
09.2004 - 06.2006
  • Instructed Spanish Immersion at 6th, 7th and 8th grade levels, Spanish for Spanish Speakers levels 1 and 2 and Accelerated Spanish level 2
  • Conducted classes exclusively in Spanish language
  • Evaluated students' acquisition of skills through oral presentations, quizzes, written reports and projects
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.

Spanish Teacher

Crossland High School
01.1998 - 08.2004
  • Facilitated learning through whole class, individual, small group instruction, and cooperative learning in Spanish levels 1-3
  • Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events

Education

Masters of Science - Educational Administration

Trinity University Howard University
12.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Howard University
Washington, DC
12.1997

Skills

  • Fluency in Spanish
  • Discipline Management
  • Academic Record Keeping
  • Intercultural Awareness
  • Maintain Records
  • Remote Assistance
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Safe, Positive Learning Environment

Certification

Pennsylvania Professional Teaching Certificate, Level 2

Certified Google Educator Level 1

Additional Information

  • HONORS , Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Howard University, Dec. 1997, Phi Beta Kappa- member since May 1997, Golden Key National Honor Society-member since May 1996,

Timeline

Spanish Teacher

Clairton Education Center
08.2009 - Current

Spanish Teacher

Briggs Chaney Middle School
08.2006 - 06.2009

Spanish Teacher

Silver Spring International Middle School
09.2004 - 06.2006

Spanish Teacher

Crossland High School
01.1998 - 08.2004

Masters of Science - Educational Administration

Trinity University Howard University

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish

Howard University

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