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Angélica Catano Valencia

Angélica Catano Valencia

Languages Teacher
Manizales, Caldas, Colombia,CAL

Summary

Dynamic Teacher Leader with a proven track record at Universidad Autónoma De Manizales, enhancing student engagement and performance through innovative curriculum implementation and instructional leadership. Specializes in foreign language instruction and collaborative learning, achieving significant improvements in TOEFL scores. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment and motivating students, leveraging assessment strategies and physical education knowledge.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Teacher Leader

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
01.2023 - Current

Assessed student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments, using data to inform instruction and provide targeted interventions as needed.

Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, maximizing student understanding of interconnected concepts.

TOEFL Instructor

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
01.2022 - Current
  • Facilitated regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, addressing concerns proactively and collaboratively developing strategies for success.
  • Developed personalized learning plans to address the specific needs of each student, resulting in improved test scores.
  • Increased student engagement with interactive activities and group projects that fostered collaboration and critical thinking skills.
  • Implemented data-driven instructional practices that led to significant improvements in overall student performance on TOEFL examinations.
  • Enhanced students'' reading and writing skills through targeted lessons and individualized feedback.
  • Employed variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.

English Teacher

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
08.2016 - Current
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on teaching best practices and enhance educator skills.
  • Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills among students.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learner needs, ensuring all students had equal access to education opportunities.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
  • Increased students' test scores with strategic review sessions and personalized feedback.
  • Developed and executed detailed lesson plans, aligning with curriculum standards and student needs.

English Teacher

Universidad De Manizales
08.2016 - 12.2019
  • 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.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.

Education

Master of Arts - Education

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
Manizales, Colombia
10.2022 - Current

Skills

Student Engagement

Instructional Leadership

Collaborative learning

Assessment Strategies

Foreign language instruction

Curriculum Implementation

Motivating students

Interests

Reading

Traveling

Learning

Cinema

Timeline

Teacher Leader

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
01.2023 - Current

Master of Arts - Education

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
10.2022 - Current

TOEFL Instructor

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
01.2022 - Current

English Teacher

Universidad Autónoma De Manizales
08.2016 - Current

English Teacher

Universidad De Manizales
08.2016 - 12.2019
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