Roberto Acuna
Wichita Falls
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Wichita Falls ISD, adept in cultural awareness and Google Classroom tools. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments, boosting student engagement through innovative lesson planning and classroom management. Known for enhancing language fluency and fostering academic success, reflecting a blend of teaching methodologies and interpersonal skills. In-depth experience in teaching both Spanish and English as a Second Language.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Spanish Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
08.2014 - Current
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
Substitute Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
09.2013 - 05.2014
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
Missionary Pastor
Corazon De Dios Baptist Church
10.1998 - 08.2013
- Imparted knowledge of faith using strong public speaking and one-on-one discussions.
- Facilitated and directed outreach events for local communities in Zacatecas
- Sourced materials and labor to meet facility construction needs.
- Maintained religious records and documents.
- Provided guidance to members of congregation.
- Implemented strategies for successful mission outreach to grow membership.
- Provided pastoral counseling to members of congregation.
- Wrote and delivered sermons.
- Facilitated worship services, encouraging participation from congregation.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Tecnologico De Monterrey
08.1999 - 05.2013
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
- Emphasized critical thinking through small group activities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Administered language proficiency tests and awarded highest-scoring students.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
Education
Bachelor - Teaching English As A Second Language
Mexican Secretary of Public Education
Mexico City, Mexico10-2012
Master's in Bible -
Missionary Baptist Seminary
Little Rock, AR08-1998
Bachelor - Theology
Missionary Baptist Seminary
Little Rock, AR08-1997
Bachelor - Bible Languages
Missionary Baptist Seminary
Little Rock08-1997
Skills
- Teaching methodologies
- Cultural awareness
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Google Classroom/Suite Skills
Accomplishments
- Teacher Excellence Award- Tec Of Monterrey 2011-2012
- Faculty Student Affairs Advocate Award- Tec of Monterrey- 2010
- Spanish Club Sponsor
- International Student Exchange Liason
Certification
- Spanish EC-12
- English as a Second Language EC-12
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
High School Spanish Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
08.2014 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Wichita Falls ISD
09.2013 - 05.2014
English as a Second Language Teacher
Tecnologico De Monterrey
08.1999 - 05.2013
Missionary Pastor
Corazon De Dios Baptist Church
10.1998 - 08.2013
- Spanish EC-12
- English as a Second Language EC-12
Bachelor - Teaching English As A Second Language
Mexican Secretary of Public Education
Master's in Bible -
Missionary Baptist Seminary
Bachelor - Theology
Missionary Baptist Seminary
Bachelor - Bible Languages
Missionary Baptist Seminary
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