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Passionate ESL Specialist with 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing effective language acquisition programs. Proven success in creating engaging curriculum, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, and facilitating language development for diverse learners. Committed to promoting cross-cultural understanding and communication.

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Performed a variety of functions in support of the Tennessee's English as a Second Language (ESL) facilities and programs.

Mount Juliet, Tennessee, United States

TDOE Grant Recipient of a Masters of Arts in Educational Leadership Studies at Austin Peay State University

Rock Island, Tn

- Tailored lessons for students whose native languages and English-speaking abilities are varied, while connecting WIDA language standards to Tennessee content standards.- Improved the English reading, listening, writing and speaking skills of students of diverse ages and backgrounds.- Attended a variety of Professional Development opportunities including MTSU's ELL Collaborative Summer Academy and the TN TESOL Yearly Conference: "United We Stand"

Lebanon, Tn

- Engaged students in Spanish language and culture instruction as it pertains to the Tennessee state standards.- Developed my skills as a school and community liaison, sponsoring several activities for students from career fairs to resume building workshops.- Instructed on a Professional License, while receiving above average evaluation scores

Nashville, Tn

- Engaged middle school students in Spanish language and culture instruction as it pertains to the Tennessee state standards during an Interim with Metro Nashville Public Schools

Lebanon, Tn

- Engaged students in Spanish language and culture instruction as it pertains to the Tennessee state standards.- Developed my skills as a school leader, sponsoring a very active Spanish club, teaching all honors classes, and obtaining my AP Spanish certification.- Instructed on a Professional License, while receiving above average evaluation scores.

Lebanon, Tn

- Engaged students in Spanish language and culture instruction as it pertains to the Tennessee state standards. - Developed my skills as an effective classroom manager and my ability to work well with high-school aged students at a Title I School. - Instructed on a Transitional License, gaining valuable teaching experience while obtaining my teaching certification in the state of Tennessee.

Valparaiso, Chile

- Led an Intensive High School Summer Abroad Program in Spanish Language and Culture. - Advocated for American students in an unfamiliar environment.- Helped mediate cultural conflicts and maintain positive relationships among professors, students, and host families. - Maintained a stong line of communication between all parties invovled with the trip, including student guardians back in The States. - Organized trips for students.- Provided cultural insight, engaging students in authentic Chilean culture and the local dialect.

Nashville, Tn

- Recognized the needs of children in the health care environment.- Gained knowledge of assessment, intervention and documentation as it relates to Child Life.-Gained an understanding of the effects of stress and trauma on children and adolescents' behavior and development.- Delegated responsibilities and supervise volunteers.- Gained knowledge of how to assess, plan, organize, coordinate, implement and evaluate Child Life interventions.- Gained experience working independently and as a team member providing for the psychosocial needs of children and adolescents.

Atlanta, Georgia

- Identified new local sponsors and organizations to conduct special fund raising events, identify and recruit new volunteers, develop and maintain relationships with business and community members that sponsor Children's Miracle Network throughout the designated market area and plan for promotional activities and events. - Facilitated fundraising growth of national campaigns, maintains and stewards store contacts through visits, kickoffs, etc. - Supported the Foundation through working with other members of the team in major activities and functions as needed.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Educational Leadership

I was awarded a scholarship by the Tennessee Department of Education to participate in the APSU Eriksson College of Education’s Aspiring.

Master Of Education - Med, Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language/Esl Language Instructor, 4.0

Cumberland University is a student-centered institution of higher learning committed to providing a transformational liberal arts.

Intensive Month Study Abroad, Spanish Language And Latin American Studies, 4.0

I completed a May-mester study abroad in Spanish Language and Culture in Salamanca, Spain in the Spring of 2013. During the Middle Ages.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Educational Leadership

I was awarded a scholarship to participate in the APSU Eriksson College of Education’s Aspiring Assistant Principal Program (AAPP) –.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Spanish And International Studies, 3.8

Activities and Societies: Baldwin High School ESOL Mentorship Program, Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority, International Club, Connections Program.

Semester Study Abroad, Spanish Language And Culture, 4.0

I completed a semester long study abroad in Spanish Language and Culture in Valpariso, Chile in the Spring of 2012.