Yamid Rojas
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages from Universidad del Valle in Cali, Colombia. I am a knowledgeable multilingual Educator with over 8 years of teaching experience, specialized in English, French, and Spanish as foreign languages. Experience extends to both recognized schools and languages teaching institutes. Additionally, served as an interpreter and simultaneous translator for large-scale events, including the Under 20th World Cup held in Colombia in 2011. Furthermore, worked on various text translation projects for diverse companies and individuals. The skill set also encompasses curriculum design, class planning, virtual teaching and the seamless integration of information and technology in the classroom.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Participated in staff meetings to advocate for students of different backgrounds.
- Contributed to the development of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall academic performance among all students by sharing insights from experiences as a bilingual educator.
- Increased students' understanding of [Language] through teaching in various languages.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth and development in both language acquisition and content knowledge.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Part -Time English Instructor
Learn English International
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Adapted lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities within the classroom setting for optimal comprehension of material covered.
- Developed student comprehension by incorporating visual aids, multimedia presentations, and group activities.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
- Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
- Participated in department and employee team meetings to discuss student performance and academic achievement.
- Established and maintained student behavioral standards to achieve functional learning environment.
- Mentored struggling students during after-school hours or outside of class time to provide additional support in mastering course content.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
English Teacher
Colegio Hispano Americano
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
English Instructor
Skool Centro Educativo
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Incorporated current events into lesson plans to promote student engagement.
- Increased student participation in class discussions by creating thought-provoking prompts and encouraging diverse perspectives.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams.
- Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
English Teacher
Colegio Bilingue Anglo Americano
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and guardians, fostering open communication regarding student progress and needs.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues.
- Coordinated activities to encourage interest in reading.
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
English Instructor
Learn English International
02.2016 - 04.2019
- Conducted intensive summer courses in analysis of English texts.
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Engaged in departmental committees to develop and review policies.
- Promoted skill development in reading, writing, speaking, and listening through various instructional methods tailored to individual needs.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing rules while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
- Played an active role in curriculum planning meetings with fellow teachers to ensure alignment between English courses throughout grade levels.
- Developed online resources to supplement traditional course materials.
- Developed and implemented course materials, lecture notes and assignments.
- Organized detailed list of resources to help students go beyond classroom environments and delve into topics of interest.
- Advised students and provided guidance on academic progress.
- Mentored struggling students during after-school hours or outside of class time to provide additional support in mastering course content.
- Immersed students in unfamiliar cultures by devising hands-on activities.
- Created and administered interactive activities for students.
Education
Bachelor in Foreign Languages English-French
Universidad Del Valle
Cali, Colombia06.2018
Certificate - DELF French B2
France Education Minister
Cali, Colombia05.2013
Diploma - Environments And Virtual Learning Tools
Politecnico Superior De Colombia
Medellin, Colombia05.2021
Diploma - Didactics And Learning
Politecnico Superior De Colombia
Medellin, Colombia11.2019
Certificate - English Proficiency C2
Education First
Colombia04.2022
Skills
- Writing instruction
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Project-based learning
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Student Support
- Test Proctoring
- Assignment Grading
- Classroom Technology Implementation
- Early Childhood Education
- Test Preparation
- Online Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
Certification
- Certified in teaching in virtual environments.
- Certified in didactics and learning.
- Certified C2 level in English proficiency.
- Certified B2 level in French DELF.
- Teaching license in the Texas State.
Play the guitar, travel, reading, spend time with my family.
I love music, enjoying the nature and creating good times with family and friends.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Bilingual Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2022 - Current
Part -Time English Instructor
Learn English International
04.2022 - 07.2022
English Teacher
Colegio Hispano Americano
08.2019 - 07.2022
English Instructor
Skool Centro Educativo
02.2019 - 08.2019
English Teacher
Colegio Bilingue Anglo Americano
08.2017 - 06.2019
English Instructor
Learn English International
02.2016 - 04.2019
Bachelor in Foreign Languages English-French
Universidad Del Valle
Certificate - DELF French B2
France Education Minister
Diploma - Environments And Virtual Learning Tools
Politecnico Superior De Colombia
Diploma - Didactics And Learning
Politecnico Superior De Colombia
Certificate - English Proficiency C2
Education First
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