Ericka Romero Alvarez
Ciudad Guzman,JAL
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
English teacher
University of Guadalajara South Center
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
08.2014 - Current
- Currently an English teacher at the University of Guadalajara South Center in Ciudad Guzman, Jalisco, Mexico, with 10 years of experience in this area
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Teacher in the Foreign Language Training Program (FILEX)
University of Guadalajara South Center
08.2014 - Current
- Foreign language teacher and secretary of the academy within the FILEX program - Instructor for conversation, reading, writing, and tutoring workshops - Test administrator for written and oral exams for new and returning students - Weekly planning for various FILEX program events and classes - Translation support (Spanish-English/ English-Spanish)
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating literature from world cultures.
Spanish teacher for foreigners
University of Guadalajara South Center
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Spanish teacher for exchange students from Thailand, Canada, Brazil, Switzerland, Denmark, Czech Republic - Conversational, grammatical, and writing support at Bachelor's degree and Ph.D level
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
Education
Teaching Knowlege Test - English Teaching
University of Cambridge
07.2023
In-Service Certificate in English Language Teaching (ICELT) -
University of Cambridge
01.2019
Bachelor's Degree in Hispanic Literature -
University of Guadalajara South Center (CUSur)
01.2016
Skills
- Proficiency working with Office
- Planning schedules
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Student Support
- Public Speaking
- Special Needs Support
- Faculty Collaboration
- Student Engagement
- Group Leadership
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Organizational Ability
- TEFL Certification
Timeline
Spanish teacher for foreigners
University of Guadalajara South Center
01.2017 - 05.2017
English teacher
University of Guadalajara South Center
08.2014 - Current
Teacher in the Foreign Language Training Program (FILEX)
University of Guadalajara South Center
08.2014 - Current
Teaching Knowlege Test - English Teaching
University of Cambridge
In-Service Certificate in English Language Teaching (ICELT) -
University of Cambridge
Bachelor's Degree in Hispanic Literature -
University of Guadalajara South Center (CUSur)