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Carrera 43 No. 51 102, Apto 11 Rosales - Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia
Cellular- (from U.S. first dial 011-57) 315-666-2252
e-mail [email protected] [email protected]

OBJECTIVE
Foreign language teacher with 6 years experience in secondary Foreign Language classroom teaching, private tutoring, and corporate translation services seeks part-time or full-time position. Degree in teaching Spanish, English, French, and German. Extensive instructional experience includes varied levels, age groups, and aptitude achievement levels, creative teaching and classroom management skills, and an enthusiasm for student development.

STRENGTHS
•Develop the academic and personal strengths of each student, using a student-centered approach with
the focus on oral and written foreign language proficiency with a strong conversational curriculum
•Employ a variety of instructional techniques, including storytelling, standard grammar instruction, cooperative learning, reinforcement of daily instruction via homework, and a variety of short stories, literature, film, music, and authentic cultural materials. Maximize meaningful personal achievement, enhanced participation, and individual accountability

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Skilled in all aspects of classroom operations, curriculum development, evaluation of student progress, coordination with faculty, parents, and administration, facilitation of positive learning environments, and related administrative duties
• Communication skills demonstrated through design of classroom presentations and lectures, creation of detailed written lesson plans and student evaluations, and the ability to establish and maintain professional relationships
• Experienced in diverse educational settings, working with students from all learning levels and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Committed to teaching to meet individual student’s needs, and keeping parents informed of student progress. Offer ideas and materials to continue the educational process in the home

EXPERIENCE
Educational Group Helmer Pardo (February2006 – October 2006) – French/English Teacher
• Worked with high schools students in the subjects of English and French
•Trained high school students on skills and strategies in the English language for the ICFES exam
• Served as an interpreter for students and foreign teachers
• Selected to develop and implement standards and benchmarks for 3 levels of French instruction

Instituto para el Desarrollo del Potencial Humano IDPHU- English Teacher
Puerto Colombia, Atlántico (July 2005 – July 2006)
•Worked with primary school students in the subjects of: English as a foreign language and Mathematics
• Researched and attended seminars showcasing various teaching styles in order to improve
students performance in class
•Attended seminars on ISO regulations with school administration
•Managed all aspects of classroom, including evaluation of student progress, and facilitation
of a positive learning environment
• Coordinated with students, parents, volunteers, and educational professionals to ensure
consistent quality educational and developmental opportunities

Colegio del Sagrado Corazón- Puerto Colombia, Atlántico (various dates 2002-2007)-Tutor
•Worked with tutoring primary school students in the subject of: English as a foreign language

University Del Atlantico- Barranquilla, Atlantico (January – August 2005) -Research Assistant
•Provided research assistance to a faculty professor conducting extensive research on learning styles-primarily focusing on college aged students

Freelance Translator- Barranquilla, Atlantico (January 2002 – Present)
•Provide freelance translation to numerous corporate and private clients both domestically and internationally

EDUCATION
University Del Atlántico (Barranquilla, Atlántico) B.A.- Foreign Languages- 2007
Concentration in French, English, Spanish & German

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES -University Del Atlantico (Barranquilla, Atlantico)
•National Lawyers’ Guild (Vice President, 2002-2003)
•Class representative
•Teacher’s aid assisting with foreign language translation
•Organized learning styles seminars with outside lecturers
•Organized multiple cultural, academic, and social events focusing on French communication

REFERENCES
Available upon request