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Romy Ceron Canche

Romy Ceron Canche

San Marcos,TX

Summary

Educator with over seven years of experience teaching Spanish at various levels, including Latin American Literature and Composition. Skilled in designing inclusive curricula that address diverse student needs. Passionate about fostering language acquisition, cultural understanding, and critical thinking through literature. Committed to student success and academic research, providing personalized feedback to enhance language skills and literary analysis.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Visiting Assistant Professor

Texas State University
08.2024 - Current
  • Design and teach Spanish language courses across various levels, from beginner to advanced, emphasizing grammar, vocabulary, conversation, and cultural fluency.
  • Deliver courses in Latin American literature and composition, focusing on literary analysis, creative writing, and cultural narratives.
  • Provide tailored feedback on assignments and projects, fostering language improvement and critical thinking.
  • Hold office hours for academic support, offering tutoring and guidance on writing, language skills, and assignments.
  • Write letters of recommendation to support students’ scholarship applications.
  • Actively participate in departmental activities, including events and guest speaker sessions.


Researcher & Academic Contributor

  • Conduct research for a book project on speculative fiction in Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Write and present academic essays at conferences, with plans for subsequent publication.

Graduate Teaching Associate

The University of Arizona
09.2018 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and strategies.
  • Managed grading responsibilities efficiently, providing timely feedback to both students and faculty regarding performance assessments.
  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives, ensuring alignment with current educational standards and best practices.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that reinforced key concepts across multiple subjects.

Education

Ph.D. - Literary And Cultural Studies

The University of Arizona (UA)
Tucson
05-2024

Master of Arts - Latin American Literature

The University of Texas At El Paso (UTEP)
El Paso, TX
05-2018

Skills

  • Spanish Language Instruction (In-person & Remote)
  • Curriculum Design & Course Development
  • Student Support & Mentorship (In-person & Online)
  • Remote Teaching & Tech Integration (Zoom, Panopto, VoiceThread)
  • Inclusive Pedagogy
  • Time management
  • Literary Analysis & Critical Thinking
  • Research expertise
  • Public Speaking & Presentations
  • Departmental Collaboration

Certification

Mentor Institute Online Training. Certification 2024.

Instructional Design for Graduate Teaching Assistants (IDGTA). Workshop 2024.

Preventing Harassment and Discrimination. Certification 2024.

Safety Shooter Training. Certification 2023.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Visiting Assistant Professor

Texas State University
08.2024 - Current

Graduate Teaching Associate

The University of Arizona
09.2018 - 05.2024

Mentor Institute Online Training. Certification 2024.

Instructional Design for Graduate Teaching Assistants (IDGTA). Workshop 2024.

Preventing Harassment and Discrimination. Certification 2024.

Safety Shooter Training. Certification 2023.

Ph.D. - Literary And Cultural Studies

The University of Arizona (UA)

Master of Arts - Latin American Literature

The University of Texas At El Paso (UTEP)
Romy Ceron Canche