Gabriela

Spanish and English Teacher
Female35 y/oForeign language teacher/Language Teacher/Early childhood teacher/University teacher/professor/TeacherLive in MexicoNationality Mexico
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Summary

I am a Language Instructor with 12 years of experience teaching English and Spanish to diverse learners, I am seeking new opportunities to apply my skills. I hold a B.A. in English Language, a Master's in Teaching Spanish to Foreigners, and a 120-hour TEFL certification specializing in Mandarin and Arabic speakers by the University of Toronto. Additionally, I am a DELE examiner by the Cervantes Institute. I am eager to contribute to dynamic learning environments and create engaging educational experiences for students.

Work experience

Spanish Instructor and Founder

The Spanish Zone
2023.12-Current(a year)
I established an online Spanish Language School focused on providing personalized, engaging instruction to learners of all levels. The objective is to help students achieve fluency and cultural understanding through immersive, student-centered teaching methods.

English Instructor

Chilf First Kindergarten, China.
2017.12-2020.01(2 years)
Taught English to preschool students in a vibrant learning environment. Developed engaging teaching materials tailored to young learners. Fostered a dynamic classroom atmosphere that encouraged exploration and curiosity. Incorporated storytelling and created an English corner to motivate students and enhance language acquisition.

Spanish Teacher

Chongqing University of Science and Technology
2015.11-2018.01(2 years)
Selected teacher to represent the University of Veracruz in a partnership program. Taught Spanish as a foreign language to students across various degree programs. Provided Spanish and English instruction to teachers as part of an extra-curricular activity. Engaged students in learning through authentic, interactive lessons that fostered language acquisition. Developed intensive Spanish lessons for students and teachers traveling to Spanish-speaking countries asapart of a partnership program with other universities. Organized the “Spanish Corner” to promote Latin American and Spanish culture and facilitate speaking activities. Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students improve their language skills effectively.

Spanish Instructor

Live Lingua Online Language School
2014.12-2017.01(2 years)
United States. Taught Spanish as a foreign language to students of diverse ages and nationalities in an online setting. Designed weekly lesson plans and created learning materials adapted to the individual needs and goals of each student. Delivered high-quality language instruction, focusing on both fluency and accuracy. Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including interactive activities, to create a dynamic learning environment. Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students improve their language skills effectively.

Spanish Instructor

School for Foreign Students, University of Veracruz, Mexico.
2013.12-2016.01(2 years)
Taught Spanish courses to students of various ages and nationalities, adapting to their individual learning needs. Developed and delivered high-quality language lessons, focusing on both beginners and advanced grammar. Provided continuous feedback to support student progress and learning. Used a variety of instructional strategies to create an engaging and dynamic learning experience. Offered additional resources and activities to complement lessons and enhance learning outside the classroom. Participated in teaching Spanish to leaders and foreign staff at a petrochemical company, focusing on professional communication. Engaged in activities to promote Mexican culture, fostering cultural understanding alongside language acquisition.

English Instructor

Instituto Consorcio Clavijero, Mexico.
2013.12-2016.01(2 years)
Taught English as a foreign language to students across various degree programs. Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including interactive activities, to create a dynamic learning environment. Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students improve their language skills effectively. Courses and Workshops

English Instructor

Instituto Francisco Xavier Alegre, Mexico.
2012.12-2016.01(3 years)
Taught English as a foreign language to high school students. Developed and delivered high-quality language lessons, focusing on different levels. Taught Reading and writing lessons. Created engaging teaching materials and lesson planning. Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students improve their language skills effectively.

English Instructor

Business English Center, University of Veracruz, Mexico.
2013.12-2015.01(a year)
Taught English as a foreign language to teenagers. Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including interactive activities, to create a dynamic learning environment. Created engaging teaching materials and lesson planning. Provided continuous feedback and support, helping students improve their language skills effectively.

Spanish Instructor

Manuel R. Gutiérrez Primary School, Mexico.
2010.12-2012.01(a year)
Taught Spanish as a foreign language to an Armenian student. Created weekly lesson plans and developed materials tailored to the student's learning needs. Employed a variety of instructional strategies to ensure a successful and engaging learning experience. Assessed the student's achievements, progress, and overall performance. Provided support to help the student adapt to her new environment.

Educational experience

International University of la Rioja, Spain.

Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language
2020.09-2022.02(a year)
The overall program objective is to provide comprehensive and updated training and the basis for developing the academic and professional skills necessary for teaching Spanish as an SL in any of the different teacher-learning contexts.

University of Veracruz, Mexico.

Didactics of Spanish as a Foreign Language
2013.07-2014.03(9 months)
This diploma was an introduction to teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language.

University of Veracruz

English Language
2008.07-2012.07(4 years)
It prepares the students for effective communication in English in diverse contexts and situations. It also aims to provide opportunities for applied competencies acquired in the workplace by providing quality education in English that is globally competitive.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
A little
Spanish
Native
English
Skilled

Certificates

DELE Examiner by the Cervantes Institute, Spain
2022.01
120 TEFL with a Specialization in teaching to Mandarin and Arabic Speakers by the University of Toronto
2017.01
FCE by University of Cambridge
2014.01

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