Kim Alejandro Soriano Jiménez
International Educator
Tampico
Summary
Accomplished Internationalization/International Education director, adept in project and operations management. Spearheaded a 30% increase in internationalization goals, leveraging team management and strategic planning skills. Excelled in fostering partnerships and enhancing program impact with institutions in the US, Canada, LATAM, Europe and Asia, demonstrating exceptional people management and business development acumen.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Director of Internationlization & Languages
Universidad Del Noreste
Tampico, Tamaulipas
01.2023 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth for faculty, students, and administrators.
- Cultivated positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide and execute internationalization strategy and partnerships/dual degree programs with universities in US, Spain, and LATAM.
- Improved efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices; increased internationalization goals by 30% in first year (student academic mobility (inbound/outbound); faculty mobility (short stays/research collaborations/COIL); revamped curriculum to reflect global perspectives).
Access Alumni Empowering Young Leaders Coordinator
US Department of State (Contract)
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Developed curricula for program using project-based learning (PBL) and established evaluation criteria.
- Managed grant monies and financial reporting process; reduced budget spending by 20%.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
AP Research Instructor
American School of Tampico
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Tested and evaluated students on AP materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Increased student participation in AP Research via engaging lectures and assignments.
- 100% of students enrolled attained AP score of 3/5 or higher.
- Proven record of students accepted into top schools (Harvard, UPenn, Stanford, UC Berkeley, Columbia, Brown, among others).
Access Microscholarship Program Coordinator
US Deparment of State (Contract)
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring 100% compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within program framework.
Languages Division Director
American School of Tampico
Tampico, Tamaulipas
02.2012 - 12.2022
- Ran weekly meetings to discuss and optimize strategies.
- Developed curriculum for EFL instruction to adults, young adults, teenagers and young learners.
- Produced three reports per week to analyze job performance against team goals.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Increased enrollment by 7% annually.
Education
Ph.D. - Physics Education
Instituto Politécnico Nacional CICATA Legaria
Mexico City 02.2024 - 12.2028
Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies/International Educators
State University of New York College At Buffalo
Buffalo, New York 01.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Ciudad Madero
Ciudad Madero, Tamaulipas, Mexico 08.2002 - 05.2006
Skills
Project Management
Operations Management
Team Management
People Management
Business Development
Budget Control
Business Planning
Affiliations
TESOL International Association
Asociación Mexicana para la Educación Internacional (AMPEI)
COIL Connect
US Department of State Exchange Alumni
American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
Certified Cognitive Coach, Cognitive Coaching Seminars
Interests
Chess
Reading
Power walking
Community service/Volunteering
Timeline
Access Alumni Empowering Young Leaders Coordinator
US Department of State (Contract)
04.2024 - 06.2024
Ph.D. - Physics Education
Instituto Politécnico Nacional CICATA Legaria
02.2024 - 12.2028
Certified Curriculum Developer, Academic Writing, Iowa State University
09-2023
Certified Applied Linguistics for Langauge Teachers, ALAD, ENALT UNAM
04-2023
Director of Internationlization & Languages
Universidad Del Noreste
01.2023 - Current
AP Research Instructor
American School of Tampico
07.2020 - 12.2022
Certified AP Research Instructor, Walton AP Summer Institutes (College Board Endorsed AP Summer Institute)
07-2020
Access Microscholarship Program Coordinator
US Deparment of State (Contract)
05.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Cognitive Coach, Cognitive Coaching Seminars
05-2014
Languages Division Director
American School of Tampico
02.2012 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies/International Educators
State University of New York College At Buffalo
01.2012 - 08.2015
Certified TEYL Instructor, University of Maryland Baltimore County
07-2010
Certified CELTA Instructor, Cambridge English
08-2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Ciudad Madero
08.2002 - 05.2006