Vivian Colon
Newnan,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable Georgia State Certified Foreign Language Teacher with 20 years of classroom experience with solid background in language instruction and curriculum development. Successfully implemented innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Demonstrated effective classroom management and communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Northgate High School
Newnan, GA
01.2014 - Current
- Designed and delivered engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of the Spanish language and culture.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve student participation and learning outcomes to improve skill level to 80% mastery.
- Delivered differentiated instruction to students, aligning strategies with Common Core standards.
- Proficient in Google Classroom, Canvas, and Zoom.
- Spanish Club Sponsor - promoted club membership to 60+; coordinated cultural immersion events, including film screenings, community volunteer opportunities for club members
- Lead educational trips overseas.
Spanish Instructor
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Teach Spanish levels beginner to advanced
- Provide high-quality lessons and delivery
- Collaborate with other instructors in developing and sharing curriculum strategies
- Participate in all staff and department meetings
- Maintain accurate records and grades for students
Spanish Teacher
Newnan High School
Newnan, GA
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Teach Spanish levels beginner to intermediate
- Provide high-quality lessons and delivery
Spanish/English Tutor
Club-Z
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Facilitated on-on-one tutoring sessions to improve language proficiency and comprehension skills for language students.
- Facilitated onsite English tutoring for students of various age groups.
Spanish Teacher
Douglas County High School
Douglasville, GA
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Teach Spanish levels beginner to intermediate
- Foreign Language Department Co-chair
Education
Master of Science - English For Second Language Learners
Metro Georgia RESA
Newnan, GAESOL Endorsement - English For Second Language Learners
Metro Georgia RESA
Newnan, GAGeorgia Educator Spanish P-12 Certificate (T5) - Spanish Language
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA01-2009
Bachelor of Applied Science - Microcomputer Management
Davenport University
Merrillville, INSkills
- IEP Compliance
- Strong communication skills
- Diverse learning modalities
- Student-teacher mentor
- Curriculum development
- Intercultural expertise
- Student-centered teaching
- Parent/teacher/stakeholder relationship building
- Simultaneous translation
- Native Spanish fluency
- Collaborative learning
- Vocabulary building
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
Collaborated with the Coweta County District teachers and other stakeholders in the development of the Modern Language Curriculum Map for Spanish and French.
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
Northgate High School
01.2014 - Current
Spanish Instructor
University of West Georgia
01.2012 - 01.2014
Spanish/English Tutor
Club-Z
01.2011 - 01.2011
Spanish Teacher
Newnan High School
01.2010 - 01.2012
Spanish Teacher
Douglas County High School
01.2006 - 01.2011
Master of Science - English For Second Language Learners
Metro Georgia RESA
ESOL Endorsement - English For Second Language Learners
Metro Georgia RESA
Georgia Educator Spanish P-12 Certificate (T5) - Spanish Language
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Applied Science - Microcomputer Management
Davenport University