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Samantha Velesaca

Bachelor's Degree In English Language Teaching
Cuenca

Summary

Versatile and enthusiastic language educator with experience as an English Teacher Intern, English Teacher Assistant, and Spanish Teacher, dedicated to fostering engaging and student-centered learning environments. Skilled in implementing interactive strategies and providing personalized support to enhance language acquisition. Successfully assisted in lesson planning, and classroom management across diverse educational settings. Passionate about cross-cultural communication and committed to promoting academic growth and linguistic confidence in both English and Spanish learners. Committed to nurturing a positive learning environment, I effectively collaborated with staff to optimize educational outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher Intern

Facultad De Ciencias De La Hospitalidad
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Encouraged critical thinking through challenging essay prompts, guiding students towards well-reasoned arguments based on textual evidence.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent consequences for disruptive actions.
  • Developed creative lesson plans that incorporated multimedia resources to enhance learning experiences.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
  • Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by demonstrating enthusiasm for course content and building rapport with students through genuine interest in their academic success.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

English Teacher's Assistant

Unidad Educativa "Sagrados Corazones"
02.2024 - 06.2024
  • Promoted a growth mindset within the classroom environment by encouraging persistence and resilience in the face of challenges.
  • Assisted lead teacher in developing engaging course materials, contributing to higher student satisfaction rates.
  • Mentored struggling students through one-on-one tutoring sessions, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Coordinated extracurricular activities such as clubs and field trips, enhancing the overall educational experience for students beyond the classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects, maximizing student understanding of interconnected concepts.
  • Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adapting instructional strategies as needed based on data analysis.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing behavior modification strategies and consistent disciplinary actions.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.

Spanish Teacher

Vamos Cuenca School
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
  • Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing creative teaching methods and incorporating visual aids.
  • Conducted classes for children immigrants desiring to learn foreign language.
  • Established strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's progress and offering tips for supporting language development at home.
  • Created supportive learning environment for foreign students to nurture budding language development.
  • Spoke to students in non-native language to challenge students and introduce students to non-native speaking environments.
  • Enhanced students' understanding of Spanish grammar by designing and implementing interactive exercises.
  • Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in English Language Teaching - English Language Teaching

Universidad De Cuenca
Cuenca
05.2001 -

Diploma - English Language

Wall Street English
Cuenca
05.2001 -

Skills

Interactive learning

Student motivation

Academic advising

Pronunciation coaching

Grammar

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Modern teaching methods

Interests

Language learning and teaching

Second language acquisition research

Student motivation and engagement strategies

Timeline

English Teacher Intern

Facultad De Ciencias De La Hospitalidad
09.2024 - 05.2025

English Teacher's Assistant

Unidad Educativa "Sagrados Corazones"
02.2024 - 06.2024

Spanish Teacher

Vamos Cuenca School
02.2024 - 03.2024

Bachelor's Degree in English Language Teaching - English Language Teaching

Universidad De Cuenca
05.2001 -

Diploma - English Language

Wall Street English
05.2001 -

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