Silvia Ramales
South River
Summary
As a bilingual educator with experience teaching Spanish at both the elementary and high school levels, I bring a strong background in curriculum development, student assessment, and classroom management. I have designed standard-aligned lessons, evaluated student performance through varied assessments, and supported diverse learners in building proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. My additional experience conducting field interviews in bilingual settings strengthens my communication skills, cultural awareness, and ability to work effectively with students and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual Field Data Collector
Westat
01.2026 - Current
- Conduct interviews, surveys, and observations in two languages
- Travel to assigned field locations such as homes, workplaces, or community centers
- Accurately record responses using digital tools (tablets, mobile apps) or paper forms
- Compiled, record and code results and data from interview and survey, using computer, and specified form
Bilingual Field Data Collector
NORC at the University of Chicago
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Conduct in-person and telephone interviews with diverse populations
- Travel to different locations across the state to collect survey responses
- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of data
- Created detailed reports summarizing each candidate's qualifications after completing an interview session
High School Spanish Teacher
Health Sciences Technology High School
03.2020 - 04.2023
- Assessed over 90 students' learning by conducting exams, quizzes, and assignments to evaluate their progress
- Created lesson plans and teaching materials that align with the curriculum and cater to the needs of different learners
- Created a positive and engaging learning environment that encourages students to learn and participate in classroom activities
Elementary School Spanish Teacher
Greenbrook Elementary School
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed and implemented (Student Growth Objective) SGO for 300 students in the 4th grade that measured their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills with a passing score of 80% or higher
- Communicated with parents and guardians to update them on their child's progress, attended parent-teacher conferences, and responded to their concerns
- Provided feedback to students on their progress and performance to help them improve their language skills
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Stay up-to-date with current teaching trends and innovative techniques to provide a dynamic and practical teaching experience
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate Spanish language learning into other subjects and provide a cohesive educational experience
- Incorporated technology into lesson planning, activities, and assessment to enhance student learning that resulted in an 85% success rate
Education
BS - Computer Engineering Technology
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJPC/LAN Desktop Support - undefined
Avtech Institute of Technology
Skills
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
- Strong classroom management and instructional planning
- Skilled in designing standards-aligned, engaging Spanish lessons
- Experienced in assessing student performance through varied methods
- Ability to support diverse learners and differentiate instruction
- Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
- Culturally responsive teaching approach
- Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
- Data collection
- Client interaction
- Computer proficiency
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Field Data Collector
Westat
01.2026 - Current
Bilingual Field Data Collector
NORC at the University of Chicago
03.2025 - 02.2026
High School Spanish Teacher
Health Sciences Technology High School
03.2020 - 04.2023
Elementary School Spanish Teacher
Greenbrook Elementary School
09.2019 - 02.2020
Middle School Spanish Teacher
Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School
02.2018 - 06.2019
PC/LAN Desktop Support - undefined
Avtech Institute of Technology
BS - Computer Engineering Technology
New Jersey Institute of Technology