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Sofia Villanueva

San Diego,CA

Summary

Experienced retired teacher focused on continuing to support and mentor young people in their educational endeavors and interests.


Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

World Language /High School Spanish Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.2017 - 07.2023
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Taught Spanish 1, 2 and 3,4
  • Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.

American Field Service - ESL Instructor - Summers

AFS
07.2017 - 08.2019

Worked with Japanese, Chinese and Italian high school students to facilitate communication and foster exchange of ideas from a global perspective.

  • Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
  • Prepared students with essential vocabulary and background knowledge to maximize cultural field trip experiences.

Spanish / 6th Grade Physical Education Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.1994 - 06.2017
  • Complied with state and federal standards for physical fitness benchmarks and exercise programs.
  • Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.

ESL Instructor

Poway- Adult Education
09.1987 - 06.1992
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.1984 - 06.1988
  • Started my career at Longfellow Spanish Immersion Magnet
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history in Spanish .
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade level


Education

Master of Arts - Master of Education

Azusa Pacific University
San Diego - Satellite
08.1987

Bachelor of Arts - Diversified - Elementary Education

University of Laverne
La Verne, California
10.1983

Skills

    * Bilingual - Spanish / English

    * Classroom management and discipline

    * Experienced : K- Adult Education

Timeline

World Language /High School Spanish Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.2017 - 07.2023

American Field Service - ESL Instructor - Summers

AFS
07.2017 - 08.2019

Spanish / 6th Grade Physical Education Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.1994 - 06.2017

ESL Instructor

Poway- Adult Education
09.1987 - 06.1992

4th and 5th Grade Teacher

San Diego Unified School District
08.1984 - 06.1988

Master of Arts - Master of Education

Azusa Pacific University

Bachelor of Arts - Diversified - Elementary Education

University of Laverne
Sofia Villanueva