María Fernanda Rosales Garro
English Teacher
Cartago
Summary
Accomplished English Teacher with a track record of enhancing English fluency and student engagement not only at private school and high school institutions, but also at public institutions such as Universidad De Costa Rica and FUNDATEC. Expert in curriculum implementation and adapting to diverse learning styles, I excel in lesson planning and active listening, significantly boosting academic success. Renowned for innovative teaching methods and collaborative team efforts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Senior Center English Teacher
Universidad De Costa Rica - Educación Continua
2015.08 - 2017.01
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased student motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
Junior High School English Teacher
Colegio Bilingüe Boca De Monte
2017.02 - 2017.06
- Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to ensure mastery of essential concepts.
Adult English Teacher
Ministerio De Educación Pública - Nocturno
2017.03 - 2017.12
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension with tailored literature assignments.
- Boosted student participation by implementing interactive teaching methods and technologies.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
Junior High School English Teacher
Colegio Victoria
2017.07 - 2022.12
- Developed engaging multimedia presentations to supplement traditional lesson materials, increasing student interest and retention of key concepts.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by implementing effective behavior management strategies and fostering open communication.
- Enhanced student writing skills through regular feedback, targeted exercises, and individualized support.
- Assisted struggling students with one-on-one tutoring sessions, resulting in significant improvement in their overall academic performance.
- Improved students'' reading comprehension by incorporating diverse and relatable texts into the curriculum.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Middle School English Teacher
Juan Pablo II School
2023.01 - 2023.06
- Supported struggling learners through differentiated instruction and individualized support plans.
- Utilized data-driven instructional methods to identify areas of improvement for individual students, tailoring lessons accordingly to optimize academic growth.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior, ensuring timely communication with parents and administration.
Customer Service Agent
Main Street Casino Corp. - Dataminers S.A
2023.07 - Current
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism when interacting with customers, ensuring positive experiences.
- Demonstrated empathy in handling difficult situations, fostering trust and loyalty among customers.
- Clearly communicated product features and benefits, helping customers make informed decisions about their purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Teaching
Universidad De Costa Rica
2001.05 -
Licenciatura - English Teaching - In Progress
Universidad De Costa Rica
2001.05 -
Skills
Lesson planning
Student support
Problem-solving skills
Time management
Active listening
Curriculum implementation
Online instruction
Team collaboration
Technology integration
Adapting to different learning styles
English fluency
Certification
TOEIC - C1
Timeline
Customer Service Agent
Main Street Casino Corp. - Dataminers S.A
2023.07 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Juan Pablo II School
2023.01 - 2023.06
ACPI - TESOL (Asociación Costarricense de Profesores de Inglés)
2018-07
Junior High School English Teacher
Colegio Victoria
2017.07 - 2022.12
Office Applications - INA
2017-05
Adult English Teacher
Ministerio De Educación Pública - Nocturno
2017.03 - 2017.12
Junior High School English Teacher
Colegio Bilingüe Boca De Monte
2017.02 - 2017.06
TOEIC - C1
2016-06
Senior Center English Teacher
Universidad De Costa Rica - Educación Continua
2015.08 - 2017.01
Bachelor of Arts - English Teaching
Universidad De Costa Rica
2001.05 -
Licenciatura - English Teaching - In Progress
Universidad De Costa Rica
2001.05 -