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DIANA KUSTERS VIALE

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Summary

Dynamic educator with proven success as Head Teacher at Imanti Middle School, enhancing bilingual comprehension through innovative lesson plans. Expertise in staff management and event coordination, driving team performance and engagement. Skilled in designing and delivering personalized learning goals, creating custom learning plans to support diverse academic and professional needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Teacher

Imanti middle school
Ensenada
09.2016 - Current
  • Developed and executed dynamic Geography and advanced English lesson plans to boost confidence and self-learning.
  • Designed engaging instructional strategies for bilingual education, enhancing student comprehension.
  • Served as chaperone on school trips, conducting site inspections to uphold safety standards.

Academic English Instructor

Freelance
Ensenada
01.2015 - Current
  • Provide specialized English instruction for postgraduate students and researchers, focusing on TOEFL and IELTS, as well as scientific and academic communication.
  • Offered tailored coaching sessions for the effective delivery of congress presentations or thesis presentations, including structure, pronunciation, and audience engagement techniques.
  • Adapt materials and sessions to meet individual goals, academic fields, and language proficiency levels.
  • Foster a supportive and motivating environment for students preparing for international certification, or academic dissemination.

Translation

Freelance
Ensenada
01.2012 - Current
  • Translated Spanish to English for transcripts, research papers, operational manuals, and instructional content.
  • Assisted in translating governmental permits to ensure compliance with regulations.

Teacher

UNISER
Ensenada
08.2009 - 12.2019

Tailored instruction for English learners at basic through advanced levels.

Instructed conversational English to enhance verbal communication skills.

Educated postgraduate students in preparation for TOEFL, IELTS and other English proficiency tests.

Responsible for the Kids and Teens English Program

UNISER
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Conducted parent-teacher conferences to address academic and behavioral needs.
  • Managed academic performance for Kids and Teens program, ensuring consistent learning progress.
  • Evaluated teacher performance and motivated staff to improve instructional methods.
  • Developed workshops focused on second language acquisition to enhance student learning.
  • Organized semester closure event in collaboration with other language programs.
  • Ensured compliance of managed programs with school curriculum requirements.

Owner/Operator Manager

Salvia Tapas & Grill
Ensenada
07.2016 - 04.2018
  • Founded and managed casual tapas restaurant specializing in Baja-Med cuisine.
  • Oversaw daily operations, including staffing, budgeting, and menu development.
  • Implemented pairing recommendations to enhance customer satisfaction and boost revenue.

Kindergarten English Teacher

Colegio Argentino Los Pibes (CALP)
01.2011 - 08.2012
  • Led interactive activities and games to enhance self-confidence in second language speaking.
  • Established and reinforced behavior standards across all three grades.
  • Implemented dynamic lesson support to engage students effectively in language learning English.

Organizar

Earth Hour World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
01.2010 - 03.2010
  • Coordinated event logistics at Plaza Cívica with government officials for approval of city monument light outages.
  • Facilitated communication between organizers and government personnel to ensure seamless event execution.

Administrative Assistance

AQ1Systems
San Diego
02.2008 - 01.2009
  • Promoted introduction of new products, including feeding monitors for tuna, shrimp, sea bass, and tilapia, into Latin American market.
  • Served as liaison in Latin America, coordinating trade shows to expand potential clientele.
  • Conducted simultaneous translations for CEO during visits to various aquaculture farms.

Education

Masters - Education

Cetys Universidad
06.2018

M.D. - Coastal and Environmental Management

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
09.2009

B. Sc. - Coastal Oceanography

Universidad Autonoma de Baja California
08.2005

Skills

  • Proactive approach
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Staff management
  • Event coordination
  • Budget management

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/19/81

Languages

  • English, Native
  • Spanish, Native
  • Italian, Intermediate

Consent

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Timeline

Responsible for the Kids and Teens English Program

UNISER
01.2018 - 02.2019

Head Teacher

Imanti middle school
09.2016 - Current

Owner/Operator Manager

Salvia Tapas & Grill
07.2016 - 04.2018

Academic English Instructor

Freelance
01.2015 - Current

Translation

Freelance
01.2012 - Current

Kindergarten English Teacher

Colegio Argentino Los Pibes (CALP)
01.2011 - 08.2012

Organizar

Earth Hour World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
01.2010 - 03.2010

Teacher

UNISER
08.2009 - 12.2019

Administrative Assistance

AQ1Systems
02.2008 - 01.2009

Masters - Education

Cetys Universidad

M.D. - Coastal and Environmental Management

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California

B. Sc. - Coastal Oceanography

Universidad Autonoma de Baja California
DIANA KUSTERS VIALE