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Karina Villegas

English Teacher
Houston

Summary

Dynamic English Teacher with a proven track record at Cambly, skilled in curriculum development and fostering student engagement. Adept at utilizing innovative teaching strategies and technology to enhance reading comprehension. Known for cultural sensitivity and a compassionate approach, successfully motivating students through positive reinforcement and tailored lesson plans.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English as a Second Language Teacher

Self-employeed
06.2024 - Current
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
  • Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
  • Implemented assessment tools to monitor student progress, adapting instructional strategies as needed for optimal success.
  • Administered language proficiency tests and awarded highest-scoring students.

English Teacher

Self Employed Services
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.

English Teacher

Cambly
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.

Education

High School Diploma -

American High School
Illinois
05.2001 -

Skills

Student engagement

Cultural sensitivity

Classroom management

FLUENT IN English and Spanish

Online teaching

Kind and compassionate

Curriculum development

Teaching strategies

Reading comprehension

Positive reinforcement

Lesson plan development

Certification

Tefl

Timeline

English as a Second Language Teacher

Self-employeed
06.2024 - Current

English Teacher

Self Employed Services
01.2021 - 06.2024

English Teacher

Cambly
01.2018 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

American High School
05.2001 -

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