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Estefanía Padilla

Estefanía Padilla

ELT Professional / Education Consultant
Hamburg,Ecuador

Summary

ELT Professional with over 15 years of experience in Education. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Clear understanding of Business Development, Teaching and Teacher Training. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Overview

4
4
Languages
8
8
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

ESL Coordinator

Vinschool Education System
Hanoi, Vietnam
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Designed monthly and yearly action plans based on SMART goals with clear KPIs on platforms like Smartsheet and Dashboard.
  • Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for ESL.
  • Developed and implemented curriculum for Grades 1-5 using Atlas Rubicon software based on the Cambridge Primary English as a Second Language (0837) curriculum framework.
  • Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs..
  • Executed Quality Control and Quality Assurance procedures through observations, data analysis and professional development.
  • Supported HR department interviewing and screening qualifying candidates for ESL teaching positions.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Negotiated contracts and delivery plans with vendors.
  • Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.
  • Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.

Senior ESL Teacher Primary Section

Vinschool Education System
Hanoi, Vietnam
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Liaison between ESL management and teachers.
  • Created, implemented and developed 1:1 mentoring program.
  • Performed observations and feedback sessions.
  • Supported with lesson planning towards formal observations.
  • Taught and lesson planned for Grades 4 and 5.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Director of Studies

International House Vietnam
Da Nang / Bac Ninh, Vietnam
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
  • Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance via classroom observations.
  • Maintained program files, records, databases and websites to gather research and prepare and submit progress reports.
  • Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures to support educational program and curriculum.
  • Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
  • Worked closely with Centre Manager to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving academic issues.
  • Managed team of 20 employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.

Academic Consultant

Libreria Guayaquil / National Geographic Learning Latam
Guayaquil, Ecuador
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Provided guidance to schools teaching faculty focusing on National Geographic Learning product portfolio.
  • Recommended strategies to help improve schools ranking and academic standing.
  • Performed teaching observations.
  • Made recommendations for continuous improvement related to use of new teaching tools, resources and training and improvement of education instruction.
  • Studied and analyzed current topics and delivered effective presentations to groups numbering over 300 people at national and international meetings.
  • Met firm deadlines while applying result-driven and goal-oriented methodology to teaching initiatives.

Centre Manager and Study Abroad Coordinator

International House Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador
07.2012 - 01.2015
  • Line-managed administrative and sales staff.
  • Coordinated logistics of Study Abroad fairs and pre-departure meetings.
  • Worked closely with Director of Studies to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Improved sales by 50% through consistent hard work and dedication to customer service and marketing projects.
  • Handled day-to-day running of business development, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

Public Relations Coordinator

Instituto Hispania
New Delhi, India, India
03.2011 - 05.2012
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day.
  • Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
  • Raised brand awareness through consistent marketing efforts and product campaign launches.
  • Wrote press materials and delivered presentations to media representatives.
  • Developed innovative marketing and PR strategies.
  • Planned and organized seminars, meetings and retreats.
  • Conducted market and public opinion research related to company's reputation and positioning among key stakeholder audiences.
  • Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.

Soft Skills Trainer (internship)

Triniti Center for Learning
Chandigarh, India
07.2011 - 11.2011
  • Trained over 800 college students.
  • Developed and delivered courses related to employee motivation, presentation, sales, interview processes and negotiation skills.

VYLs and YLs English Teacher

Santa Luisa de Marillac School
Guayaquil, Ecuador
03.2010 - 06.2011
  • Taught EFL to children 3 - 12 years old including: Phonics, Grammar and Cambridge YLE Preparation.
  • Conducted and reported on student development and progress.
  • Harnessed strengths of each child to help them thrive.

VYLs English Teacher

Santo Domingo de Guzman School
Guayaquil, Ecuador
03.2007 - 01.2010
  • Taught EFL to children 3 - 7 years old including: Phonics, Literacy and Grammar.
  • Conducted and reported on student development and progress.
  • Harnessed strengths of each child to help them thrive.
  • Coordinated parents' meetings and special presentations.

Education

Master of Education - Education Technology and Innovation

Universidad Casa Grande, Guayaquil, Ecuador
10.2016 - 07.2019

EQF level 7

CELTA Certificate in Teaching English To Speakers -

Cambridge English Language Assessment, IH Ecuador
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • EQF level 5
  • Pass B

Bachelor of Arts - English Language

Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil, Guayaquil, Ecuador
01.2009 - 12.2013
  • EQF level 6
  • Minored in Translation

Skills

Able to lead other in high-demand situationsundefined

Software

Slack

Google Apps for Education

Zoom

Skype

Microsoft Teams

Atlas Rubicon (curriculum design)

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheet

Dashboard

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

ESL Coordinator - Vinschool Education System
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior ESL Teacher Primary Section - Vinschool Education System
01.2019 - 01.2020
Director of Studies - International House Vietnam
08.2017 - 11.2018
Universidad Casa Grande - Master of Education, Education Technology and Innovation
10.2016 - 07.2019
Academic Consultant - Libreria Guayaquil / National Geographic Learning Latam
08.2016 - 08.2017
Cambridge English Language Assessment - CELTA Certificate in Teaching English To Speakers,
01.2015 - 06.2015
Centre Manager and Study Abroad Coordinator - International House Guayaquil
07.2012 - 01.2015
Soft Skills Trainer (internship) - Triniti Center for Learning
07.2011 - 11.2011
Public Relations Coordinator - Instituto Hispania
03.2011 - 05.2012
VYLs and YLs English Teacher - Santa Luisa de Marillac School
03.2010 - 06.2011
Universidad Católica De Santiago De Guayaquil - Bachelor of Arts, English Language
01.2009 - 12.2013
VYLs English Teacher - Santo Domingo de Guzman School
03.2007 - 01.2010
Estefanía PadillaELT Professional / Education Consultant