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Mock Trial Coach for 10 years. Winner of the Nassau LI Mock Trial champ 2013
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Rosefina Cali

Teacher
Huntington,NY

Summary

Foreign Language Teacher with more than 10 years of experience facilitating course instruction at the secondary, university, and advanced placement (AP) levels within Spanish and Italian concentrations. Multi-cultural instructor with an exemplary career history leading student development to enhance critical thinking and abilities in the cultural understanding, reading, writing, listening, and speaking of foreign languages. Academic and legal professional adept at organizing group student efforts in participating in extracurricular, national competitions and conferences. Instructor with experience teaching Spanish language courses to students at college level. (St. John College) Skilled in developing engaging curriculums and utilizing innovative teaching strategies to promote engagement and maintain interactive learning environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Spanish Teacher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreign Language Teacher

Our Lady of Mercy Academy (OLMA)
Huntington, NY
2007.01 - Current
  • Instructed, and specializing in beginner and intermediate Spanish, as well as AP Italian Language and Culture concentrations, and College Spanish program through St. Johns College
  • Administered course materials and teaching techniques in alignment with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) to maintain individual student goals in critical thinking, visual, and writing skills
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated multimedia resources, improving student retention and participation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units for a richer learning experience.
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, fostering growth in students'' language skills.
  • Utilized authentic foreign language materials for context-based instruction, enhancing cultural understanding among students.
  • Implemented a variety of assessment methods to gauge student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Organized extracurricular activities such as language clubs and exchange programs, promoting deeper engagement in the subject matter.
  • Established positive relationships with parents to encourage collaboration on student success and learning objectives.
  • Mentored new teachers in the department by sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective instructional techniques.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with language teaching methodologies and trends.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom environment where diverse perspectives were valued and respected.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to address individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills through structured debates and group discussions within the target language context.
  • Designed interactive activities that catered to various learning modalities, boosting overall class engagement and comprehension levels.
  • Contributed to curriculum development initiatives by providing input on course materials, assessments, and pedagogical approaches for foreign language instruction.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Designed task-oriented activities and games to facilitate better language acquisition.
  • Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Determined learning needs and styles of students to target lesson plans.
  • Assessed student progress and set objectives for following month.
  • Tailored classes to students' learning styles by designing engaging and informative activities specific to needs.
  • Evaluated and graded students' 105 class work, assignments and papers.
  • Developed course curriculum, lesson plans and supplemental materials to support student success.
  • Utilized various teaching methods, including technology and other interactive activities to enhance learning experience.
  • Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
  • Provided written and oral feedback to parents on students' progress.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to streamline lesson plans, share creative activities and accelerate student learning.
  • Developed worksheets, PowerPoint presentations and group activities from scratch.
  • Provided additional techniques to enhance student listening and speaking skills for the AP Italian Language and Culture courses
  • Maintained consistent exemplary educator performance, undergoing classroom observations and annual teacher evaluations to receive positive feedback from both students and the administration
  • Currently serving as the Assistant of the Chair of the Department of Foreign Language
  • Leveraged classroom technologies, such as PowerPoint, interactive whiteboards, Castle Learning instructional support platform, and DVDs
  • Fulfilled role as a tutor of Italian and Spanish during midterm and final periods, facilitating private one-on-one instruction to three students per week, at two-hour increments
  • Collected and allocated budgets for student group travel expenses, including transportation, hotel, and registration, identifying amount in school funding to determine supplementary costs
  • Used class procedures that supported critical thinking for life requirements
  • Reported and presented quarterly performance goals to the school principal to ensure continual development within New York State education requirements.

Foreign Language Teacher

Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Instructed and specializing in beginner and intermediate Spanish, as well as AP Italian Language and Culture concentrations, and College Spanish and Italian.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that incorporated multimedia resources, improving student retention and participation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units for a richer learning experience.
  • Administered course materials and teaching techniques in alignment with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) to maintain individual student goals in critical thinking, visual, and writing skills
  • Provided constructive feedback on assignments, fostering growth in students'' language skills.
  • Utilized authentic foreign language materials for context-based instruction, enhancing cultural understanding among students.
  • Implemented a variety of assessment methods to gauge student progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Provided additional techniques to enhance student listening and speaking skills for the AP Italian Language and Culture courses
  • Maintained consistent exemplary educator performance, undergoing classroom observations and annual teacher evaluations to receive positive feedback from both students and the administration
  • Currently serving as the Assistant of the Chair of the Department of Foreign Language
  • Leveraged classroom technologies, such as PowerPoint, interactive whiteboards, Castle Learning instructional support platform, and DVDs
  • Fulfilled role as a tutor of Italian and Spanish during midterm and final periods, facilitating private one-on-one instruction to three students per week, at two-hour increments
  • Collected and allocated budgets for student group travel expenses, including transportation, hotel, and registration, identifying amount in school funding to determine supplementary costs
  • Used class procedures that supported critical thinking for life requirements
  • Reported and presented quarterly performance goals to the school principal to ensure continual development within New York State education requirements.

Adjunct Professor

Montclair State University
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Taught four classes at a time within the Italian and Spanish language and culture discipline, instructing classroom sizes of approximately 18 students
  • Developed semester-long curricula, ensuring that the materials and concepts aligned with university core values.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
  • Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
  • Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
  • Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
  • Contributed to curriculum development efforts, ensuring content was up-to-date and relevant to industry trends.
  • Served as a mentor to junior faculty members, offering guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
  • Elevated course relevance by regularly attending professional development events and integrating new concepts into lesson plans.
  • Promoted diversity within the department by collaborating with other faculty to organize inclusive events and discussions related to cultural competency topics.
  • Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
  • Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.

Education

College Board Endorsed AP Summer Institute
Hempstead, NY
01.2016

Graduate School of Education, AP Institute
New York, NY
07.2014

Universidad Santa María
Caracas, Venezuela
01.1991

Skills

  • Curriculum Development
  • Spanish Language & Culture
  • Common Core State Standards
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
  • ELMO & SMART Board
  • LYC Program Leadership
  • STEAM Lessons
  • Critical Thinking
  • NHSMUN & NAIMUN Conferences
  • Language proficiency
  • Resource creation
  • Peer collaboration
  • Pronunciation coaching
  • Online teaching
  • Study skills
  • Reading strategies
  • Professional development
  • Teaching methodologies
  • Vocabulary development
  • Cultural awareness
  • Writing instruction
  • Listening comprehension
  • Curriculum development
  • Language assessment
  • Student engagement
  • Multilingual communication
  • Classroom management
  • Time management
  • Lesson planning
  • Grammar instruction
  • Teacher Collaboration

Academic Certifications

  • Certificate of Participation, 2016, Present, The National High School Model United Nations Conference (NHSMUN)
  • Certificate of Recognition, 2012, Present, New York State Mock Trial Tournament, Nassau County
  • Certificate of Appreciation, 2011, 2017, The Technicolor Slate
  • Certificate of Membership, 2011, 2017, Long Island Language Teachers, Inc.
  • Certificate of Achievement, 2016, STEAM Integration Day | Laurie Carey Consulting
  • Certificate of Recognition, 2013, New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)
  • Certificate of Training Attendance, 2012, The National Catholic Risk Retention Group, Inc.
  • Certificate of Security Guard Training, 2006, Loss Prevention of New York | New York State Security Guard Advisory Council
  • Certificate of Cooperative & Active Participation, 2003, 2004, International Police Association

Mock Trial Coach for 10 years. Winner of the Nassau LI Mock Trial champ 2013

Help he plaintiff/prosecution  to strengthen the defense case, 

Help the attorneys shape witness personalities, and prepare the opening and closing arguments.

 help the team members decide which students will play which parts in the mock trial, 

and to assist the students in playing those roles

Adhere to the rules, facts, law and all other materials provided in the Mock Trial Competition Case.

Encourage students to improve Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Acting and Teamwork Skills. 

Students in the Mock Trial Association have unique opportunities to master important skills. 

The activity involves routinely speaking before an audience, and members becomes experts at deciding the tone, pacing, 

and structure of speeches.

Additional Information

Dedicated, teacher, professional and person with a magnificent trajectory, in the school, law, and education field.

Since I came to the United States, I have improved tremendously in my English proficiency, and my career. I constantly work to apply all my skills to excell my students life and education. During my tenure at Our Lady of Mercy Academy, I have made it a priority to build a rapport with my students, colleagues, and administrators. Many of the students I have taught have familial connections to Chaminade. To mention a few families: Speranza, DeMartino, Underwood,Travaglia, Santos, Shultz, and Brass. Any one of those families would be available to contact for reference. Additionally, as per my experience with the Marianist, for two years I worked at Chaminade- Madonna College Preparatory in Hollywood Florida. I learned a great deal about the Marianist tradition and the values of founder William Joseph Chaminade. Unfortunately, my time in Florida came to an end, and I had to leave the institution. I left with lessons and great memories with the administration, and the head of the school Dr.Judith Mucheck. As an educator at Chaminade High School, I will continue my mission in educating the next generation of Catholic Believers. Through utilizing my skills , I intend to foster a community of faith and educate with the heart with our Catholic values in mind.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Foreign Language Teacher

Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory
07.2017 - 07.2019

Foreign Language Teacher

Our Lady of Mercy Academy (OLMA)
2007.01 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Montclair State University
01.2003 - 01.2007

College Board Endorsed AP Summer Institute

Graduate School of Education, AP Institute

Universidad Santa María
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