SANDRA MARCELA Cortes Hollenbaugh
Pomona
Summary
Bilingual ecologist with over 25 years of experience in teaching different kind of courses related to environmental sciences and first levels of English as a second language. Have been recognized as a very good counselor, planner of courses to teach and train, very organized and patient with high level in managing unpredictable situations. Have an effective communication with all diverse population
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teacher
Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia
Villavicencio, Meta
07.2019 - 05.2024
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Supporting engineer and educational coordinator
Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy
Bogotá , Cundinamarca
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Identification of social and economical conditions of the surviving miners.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document
- Define and implement theoretical and practical training plan according to mining environmental laws.
Environmental Engineering Program Coordinator
Universidad del Meta
Villavicencio
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Coordinated program schedules and logistics for university events and activities.
- Developed educational materials to support faculty and student engagement initiatives.
- Managed communications between departments to ensure smooth program operations.
- Organized workshops and seminars, securing speakers and resources for participants.
- Evaluated participant feedback to improve future program offerings and experiences.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the program, ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Counseling and offering tools for the students that have emotional situations.
- Give the safe space for the students that feel insecure with teachers.
Full time teacher
Universidad del Meta
Villavicencio
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Utilized educational technology to support interactive learning experiences in the classroom.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance critical thinking and collaboration skills.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and skills.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes and other assessments.
English and Environmental management Teacher
Instipetrol
Villavicencio
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Organized extracurricular activities to promote teamwork and community involvement.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that fostered respect and inclusivity.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
Environmental management coordinator
Universidad de los llanos
Villavicencio
01.2004 - 04.2009
- Coordinated departmental meetings and scheduled appointments for university staff.
- Managed communication between faculty and administration to streamline processes.
- Developed training materials for new employees to enhance onboarding experience.
- Schedule for environmental management training to students teachers, staff and visitors
- Training in environmental management to teachers, students, staff and visitors.
- Lead the construction of the environmental management plan document.
coordinator of educational and ecological processe
Humus de Colombia
Villavicencio
03.2004 - 09.2004
- Schedule in hazardous waste management training for human and animal hospitals.
- Trained employees in hazardous waste management at human and animal hospitals
Interventor
Texas petroleum company
Bogota
12.1998 - 06.1999
- Monitored work areas for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Coordinated schedules and logistics for team meetings and events.
- Supported project managers with administrative tasks and documentation.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for client meetings.
- Assisted in preparing reports and documentation for management review.
- Supported event planning by coordinating logistics and resources effectively.
- Organized team events to promote a positive work environment.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
Education
Specialists - Environmental management
Universidad Del Los Llanos
Villavicencio, Meta 08.2006 - 08.2007
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Bogotá, Cundinamarca 01.1994 - 06.2000
Colegio De La Salle
Villavicencio, MetaSkills
- Program management
- Event coordination
- Compliance monitoring
- Educational material development
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Emotional intelligence
- Community building
- Scheduling proficiency
- Training coordination
Timeline
Teacher
Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia
07.2019 - 05.2024
Supporting engineer and educational coordinator
Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy
08.2017 - 12.2019
Environmental Engineering Program Coordinator
Universidad del Meta
06.2014 - 12.2016
Full time teacher
Universidad del Meta
01.2011 - 01.2014
English and Environmental management Teacher
Instipetrol
01.2010 - 06.2013
Specialists - Environmental management
Universidad Del Los Llanos
08.2006 - 08.2007
coordinator of educational and ecological processe
Humus de Colombia
03.2004 - 09.2004
Environmental management coordinator
Universidad de los llanos
01.2004 - 04.2009
Interventor
Texas petroleum company
12.1998 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Ecology
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
01.1994 - 06.2000
Colegio De La Salle
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