Bilingual Educator

• Aug 2007 - Present

Dedicated Educational & Professional Translator with 20+ years of extensive experience managing a diverse range of tasks to contribute toward academic success along with English/Spanish Translation and Interpretation. Gained valuable skills in Editing, Proofreading, Localizing, and translating materials of various contexts, which would lead to the strengthening of operations and growth. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Empathetic listener, self-propelled relationship builder who is dependable and supportive in identifying innovation opportunities, improving procedures for greater efficiency, promoting communication, and driving results. Possess the expertise to design, develop and deliver effective content while working with all levels of an organization. Proficient at working with team members to achieve project goals and maximize company revenue. Performed various translation and interpretation duties from Spanish into English, including written texts, localization & internationalization. Show less

Elementary Bilingual Music Teacher

• Aug 2021 - Dec 2022

Design and implement instruction in English and Spanish to students in grades Pre-K through 6th that fulfills requirements of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Music.Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using various media, and methods in order to motivate students and best utilize available time.Translate communications for parents. Curate music used and activities to reflect the diverse cultures and languages of our students and introduce them to enrichment experiences.Evaluate various aspects of students’ progress and give regular feedback.Prepare students for and direct musicals and concerts.Coached University Interscholastic League Music Memory Team to 1st place in 2022. Show less

Virtual Dual Language Kindergarten Teacher

• Aug 2020 - Jul 2021

During the pandemic, delivered online instruction to the high-need area of Kindergarten Dual-Language students in English and Spanish learning at home.Created lessons in all subjects using various technology and best teaching practices.Produced and loaded student-centered activities into learning management system.Assessed students, analyzed data and adjusted instruction to meet students’ needs.Under my leadership, 100% of students learned to read and write.Taught Spanish-speaking parents how to use the technology so children could access curriculum.Communicated with parents and students daily in their first language.Developed warm and inclusive classroom culture to address social-emotional needs of children at a historically difficult time. Show less

Elementary Music Teacher

• Aug 2019 - Jul 2020

ESL Teacher, Elementary / Interpreter / Translator

• Aug 2014 - Jul 2019

Served and instructed 150+ students in the English Language.Trained all staff on ESL legal requirements for classroom instruction.Maintained all legal and state paperwork on students participating in ESL program.Served collaboratively on District Wide Bilingual Program and Campus Improvement Committees.Led Language Proficiency Academic Committee meetings. Supervised and planned instructional aides’ work.Served as District Interpreter/Translator for special education meetings, parent conferences and written communications 2015-2016.Earned Employee of the Month Award. Show less

Spanish Teacher, High School

• Aug 2010 - Jul 2014

Planned and implemented Spanish instruction for grades 9-12. Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including Total Physical Response and Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling. Incorporated music and games into instruction. Tutored students. Administered and graded exams and independent work.

Dual Language Teacher

• Aug 2009 - Jul 2010

Instructed Pre-K students using the Gomez & Gomez Dual-Language Spanish program. Monitored and evaluated student outcomes. Developed, selected and modified instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Supervised and planned purposeful assignments for my teacher’s aide. Communicated with parents in their native language. Instructed Pre-K students using the Gomez & Gomez Dual-Language Spanish program. Monitored and evaluated student outcomes. Developed, selected and modified instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Supervised and planned purposeful assignments for my teacher’s aide. Communicated with parents in their native language.

Bilingual Teacher

• Aug 2007 - Jul 2009

Started campus bilingual program. Provided instruction in English and Spanish for Kindergarten students, including ESL and Spanish. Planned and created engaging and challenging literacy, comprehension and math centers. Communicated frequently and positively with parents regarding students’ academic and social development. Started campus bilingual program. Provided instruction in English and Spanish for Kindergarten students, including ESL and Spanish. Planned and created engaging and challenging literacy, comprehension and math centers. Communicated frequently and positively with parents regarding students’ academic and social development.

Director of Sales/Independent Consultant

• Jun 2003 - Apr 2007

Recruited and led a unit of consultants in sales of cosmetics. Consistent high sales. Recruited and led a unit of consultants in sales of cosmetics. Consistent high sales.

Credit Manager

• Jun 1999 - Dec 1999

Sold and processed loans. Serviced collections. Sold and processed loans. Serviced collections.