Alejandro

Bilingual Specialist | Spanish Teacher
28 years oldOther education positionsCome from Colombia Living in Colombia - Pereira
Language: Italian, French, English, Spanish
Mandarin: not at all

I am a dynamic and well-rounded man with a Bachelor of Modern Languages. I advocate for ongoing social change at regional, national, and international levels through mastering critical intercultural communication skills in multiple languages (L1, L2, and L3). I promote respect for the fundamental right to education, human and non-human diversity, multiculturalism, and ethical principles through teaching, research, and community engagement. In teaching, I apply pedagogical principles and educational policies to facilitate language learning. In research, I lead interdisciplinary projects impacting the socio-educational context. Through community engagement, I participate in or advise on projects related to language education. As a graduate of Modern Languages from Uniquindio, I am creative, proactive, and adept at assertive communication and critical thinking. Additionally, I leverage technological competencies to innovate teaching practices and educational contexts.

Bilingual Specialist
iTalki
Jan 2020 - Now(4 years)

- Language Instruction: Providing instruction in a second language (such as English as a Second Language or another target language) to non-native speakers. This may involve teaching grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and conversational skills. - Curriculum Development: Creating or adapting instructional materials and curriculum to meet the needs of bilingual learners. This might involve selecting textbooks, designing lesson plans, and developing assessment tools. - Language Assessment: Administering language proficiency assessments to determine students' language abilities and tracking their progress over time. - Cultural Competency Training: Educating students and colleagues about cultural differences and promoting cultural understanding and sensitivity. - Support Services: Providing support services for bilingual students, such as tutoring, academic advising, and counseling, to help them succeed academically and adjust to the educational environment. - Parent and Community Outreach: Collaborating with parents and community members to foster a supportive environment for bilingual learners and to promote family involvement in education. - Professional Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in language instruction and education for bilingual students. - Collaboration with Colleagues: Working collaboratively with other educators, administrators, and support staff to ensure the needs of bilingual learners are met across all aspects of their education. - Advocacy: Advocating for the needs and rights of bilingual students within the school or educational institution and in the broader community. - Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing data related to language proficiency and academic achievement among bilingual students and using this information to inform instructional practices and programmatic decisions.

Spanish Teacher
Preply
Aug 2019 - Mar 2024(5 years)

· Instruction Delivery: Delivering lessons and content in Spanish through online platforms, utilizing various teaching methods and materials to engage students effectively. · Curriculum Development: Designing or adapting curriculum and lesson plans suitable for online learning environments, ensuring they align with language learning objectives and student proficiency levels. · Assessment and Feedback: Evaluating students' language skills through assessments, assignments, and tests, and providing constructive feedback to help them improve their Spanish proficiency. · Facilitating Communication: Encouraging and facilitating communication in Spanish among students through online discussions, group activities, and interactive exercises. · Individualized Support: Providing personalized assistance and guidance to students who need additional help or have specific learning goals, such as pronunciation improvement or grammar clarification. · Cultural Integration: Incorporating cultural elements of Spanish-speaking countries into lessons to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language and its cultural context. · Technology Integration: Utilizing educational technology tools and platforms effectively to enhance teaching and learning experiences, such as interactive whiteboards, multimedia resources, and online collaboration tools. · Monitoring Progress: Tracking students' progress and performance in the course, identifying areas for improvement, and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly to ensure students meet their language learning goals. · Professional Development: Engaging in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in language teaching, online education trends, and new technologies applicable to language instruction. · Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity: Creating environments that respect and celebrate the diversity of students' backgrounds, cultures, and languages. · Instruction Delivery: Delivering lessons and content in Spanish through online platforms, utilizing various teaching methods and materials to engage students effectively. · Curriculum Development: Designing or adapting curriculum and lesson plans suitable for online learning environments, ensuring they align with language learning objectives and student proficiency levels. · Assessment and Feedback: Evaluating students' language skills through assessments, assignments, and tests, and providing constructive feedback to help them improve their Spanish proficiency. · Facilitating Communication: Encouraging and facilitating communication in Spanish among students through online discussions, group activities, and interactive exercises. · Individualized Support: Providing personalized assistance and guidance to students who need additional help or have specific learning goals, such as pronunciation improvement or grammar clarification. · Cultural Integration: Incorporating cultural elements of Spanish-speaking countries into lessons to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language and its cultural context. · Technology Integration: Utilizing educational technology tools and platforms effectively to enhance teaching and learning experiences, such as interactive whiteboards, multimedia resources, and online collaboration tools. · Monitoring Progress: Tracking students' progress and performance in the course, identifying areas for improvement, and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly to ensure students meet their language learning goals. · Professional Development: Engaging in continuous professional development activities to stay updated on best practices in language teaching, online education trends, and new technologies applicable to language instruction. · Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusivity: Creating environments that respect and celebrate the diversity of students' backgrounds, cultures, and languages. Skills: Consecutive Interpretation · Organizational Skills · Team Collaboration · Critical Thinking · Lesson Planning · Customer Focus · Negotiation Skills · Fluency in Multiple Languages · Writing · Strategic Thinking · Creative Writing · Cross-Cultural Communication · Syntax · Adaptability and Flexibility · Counseling and Support · Curriculum Development · Emotional Intelligence · Training · Communication Skills · Leadership · Sales · Continuous Learning · Strategic Planning · Adaptability · Edtech · Problem-Solving Abilities · Linguistics · Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) · Business Acumen · Interpersonal Skills · Translation · Problem-Solving Skills · English · Collaboration and Teamwork · Spanish · Data Analysis · Analytical Skills · English Grammar · Semantics · Project Management Skills · Assessment and Evaluation · Pedagogy · Teaching and Instruction

University of Quindio
, Modern Languages
Jan 2015 - Aug 2020(6 years)

Bachelor of Modern Languages from the University of Quindío, dedicated to fostering social change through mastering intercultural communication skills and promoting educational equity, diversity, and ethical principles.

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