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María Cecilia Guevara Quintero

Benalmádena

Summary

Dedicated and highly qualified educator with a strong academic foundation, holding degrees in both Accounting and English Studies, as well as a Master's in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL). Skilled in designing and delivering engaging lessons tailored to diverse learners, with expertise in Business English and team-based learning strategies. Passionate about empowering students through innovative material design and research-driven approaches.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher in Practice

University of Málaga
10.2024 - Current

As part of the Master's program at the University of Málaga:

  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that connected concepts across multiple subject areas, enriching students'' understanding of complex topics.
  • Increased overall classroom participation by fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum to allow students to explore real-world problems .

English for Business Teacher

English Connection
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed and delivered lessons for business professionals, focusing on industry-specific vocabulary, negotiation skills, and effective communication strategies.
  • Assessed and tracked progress using personalized feedback and adaptive teaching methods, ensuring measurable improvements in fluency and confidence.
  • Organized and led workshops and seminars on advanced business communication topics, including presentations, report writing, and intercultural workplace dynamics.

Administration Officer

KOIM, Servicios De Radio Y Transmisión
06.2016 - 09.2022
  • Managed day-to-day administrative operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and maintaining organized records.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms and reports in compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
  • Monitored and maintained financial records, including invoices, expense reports, and payroll documentation.

Quality Assurance Specialist

Segurisur, Sistemas De Seguridad SL
04.2006 - 05.2016
  • Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing reported issues promptly and providing effective solutions.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by introducing automation tools into the QA process where appropriate.

ESL Business English Teacher

English for Business S.A.
07.1994 - 04.2005
  • Designed curriculum to enhance communication skills for professional settings.
  • Improved language proficiency by delivering tailored lessons to meet business needs.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

University of Malaga
Malaga, Spain
06-2025

Master of Arts - Education

Universidad Del Atlántico
Cantabria, Spain.
09-2024

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Lesson planning
  • Student-centered learning

Timeline

Teacher in Practice

University of Málaga
10.2024 - Current

English for Business Teacher

English Connection
09.2023 - Current

Administration Officer

KOIM, Servicios De Radio Y Transmisión
06.2016 - 09.2022

Quality Assurance Specialist

Segurisur, Sistemas De Seguridad SL
04.2006 - 05.2016

ESL Business English Teacher

English for Business S.A.
07.1994 - 04.2005

Master of Arts - Education

University of Malaga

Master of Arts - Education

Universidad Del Atlántico
María Cecilia Guevara Quintero