Antonia María Medina Martinez
CALGARY
Summary
- Skilled languages teacher versed in using effective and efficient methods of teaching while focusing on individual student needs.
- Experience teaching languages and its culture at elementary, middle, high school and university grade levels for students from different cultural backgrounds. Leverages positive, affirming approaches to encourage learning and assimilation.
- Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry Spanish bilingual Consultant position.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Language Teacher
UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
01.2010 - Current
- Courses SPA 102 & 103
- DELE examiner (A1-C2)
- Spanish Culture courses and Flamenco performances
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress
Teacher
CALGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2008 - Current
- Elementary music (K-6)
- Homeroom teacher (grade 2-5)
- JH : Spanish Language Arts, Drama, Religion and Health
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers
- Provided individualized instruction to provide students with equal learning opportunities
Spanish Teacher
CALGARY FRENCH & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
09.2011 - 09.2012
Elementary, JH & HS SPLA teacher
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education
ESL & SPLA Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION BOARD of SPAIN
Murcia, Cádiz And Granada
09.2001 - 10.2008
- (3 & 4 years old), Kindergarten and grades 1-8
- ESL English as Second Language
- SPLA: Spanish Language Arts
- Conducted group lectures and small-group instruction to teach and reinforce concepts.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop creative solutions to challenges faced by teenage learners.
- Modified curriculum plans with colleagues to meet changing student needs.
Education
Ph.D. - Intercultural, Multicultural, And Diversity Studies
FUNIBER: UNEATLÁNTICO & UNIN
Santander, New York, Puerto Rico09.2026
Master of Arts - LANGUAGES
European University From The North Atlantic & FUNIBER
Puerto Rico2017
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science -
Ministerio De Educación De Andalucía
Sevilla, Spain2004
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Non Program Student
Athabasca University
CalgaryBachelor in Education - ESL & SPLA
Education And Science University
Granada, Spain1997
Skills
- Interpersonal and approachable
- Innovative, creative
- Excellent communication
- Divergent thinker, strategies
- Flexible, always learning
- High work ethic and professional
- Teacher Support
- Teacher Collaboration
- Teacher Mentoring
- Parent-Teacher Correspondence
- Graduate Teacher Oversight
- Teacher Assessment
Accomplishments
- I love to engage in activities where languages, music and social skills can be further developed.
- Along my career journey I have overseen numerous curricular and extra-curricular musical plays & performances such as Christmas plays and concerts, Dance Works, Spring Festivals, Spanish School Galas Oratories and other creative school events. English, Spanish and French were spoken and sung.
- To experience success, I strongly believe in building good relationships with students, parents, and coworkers. It has always been an asset and strength and I’m proud of the results.
- During my recent learning for my PhD courses and previous ones from my master’s degree, I have come to realize the power of language, work ethic and making connections. My learning has grown immensely and continues to in any role I undertake therefore I am expanding my knowledge by coursing my PhD in Multiculturalism in Education.
Additional Information
- Under limited supervision, I am able to provide specialized education, training, and technical coordination within Spanish Language and culture of educational concern to interprofessional provider groups, teachers, classroom personnel and/or community programs.
- I am able to assess needs, design, develop, and deliver workshops, informational material, and/or special programs to meet community and/or classroom needs. I provide independent consultation and advice to educators on specific requirements, and on educational methods and techniques within an area of professional specialty.
- I am ready to design, develop, and deliver training programs and workshops to educators and other interdisciplinary professionals working within the Calgary Catholic School district in support of high quality outcomes for our students and staff.
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
CALGARY FRENCH & INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
09.2011 - 09.2012
Spanish Language Teacher
UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
01.2010 - Current
Teacher
CALGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2008 - Current
ESL & SPLA Teacher
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION BOARD of SPAIN
09.2001 - 10.2008
Ph.D. - Intercultural, Multicultural, And Diversity Studies
FUNIBER: UNEATLÁNTICO & UNIN
Master of Arts - LANGUAGES
European University From The North Atlantic & FUNIBER
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science -
Ministerio De Educación De Andalucía
Master of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Non Program Student
Athabasca University
Bachelor in Education - ESL & SPLA
Education And Science University