Sandra Bibiana Muñoz Sarmiento
English Teacher
Bogotá
Summary
Dynamic and passionate bilingual educator with over 10 years of experience teaching English and Spanish to children. Committed to a student-centered approach that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and confidence in language learning. Known for integrating theatre arts and project-based learning to spark motivation and deepen engagement, creating immersive and meaningful educational experiences. Adept at designing inclusive, culturally responsive lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and foster collaboration, critical thinking, and self-expression. A lifelong learner and enthusiastic mentor dedicated to empowering young minds through the transformative power of language and performance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Spanish and English Teacher
Centro Educativo Suramericano
01.2024 - Current
- Sixth and Seventh grade teacher of Spanish and English that Integratez literature, media, and real-world scenarios to enhance language acquisition and cultural awareness.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Promote critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration through project-based learning and cross-curricular activities.
- Recognized for excellence in classroom management and student engagement
English Teacher
SENA
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Designed and implemented inclusive lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Delivered one-on-one academic support to boost student outcomes and engagement.
- Facilitated collaborative learning via project-based assignments and team activities.
- Collaborated on curriculum improvements aligning with national standards.
English Teacher
Universidad Distrital
10.2010 - 08.2013
- Provided targeted academic support that increased student performance.
- Co-created interdisciplinary learning content to enrich educational experiences.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment emphasizing well-being and academic growth.
Interpreter and Community Facilitator
JICA
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Served as an interpreter during meetings between local communities and government agencies.
- Translated technical documents related to disaster risk management, particularly on floods and landslides.
- Supported community workshops by helping teach topics on disaster prevention and emergency response, strengthening local preparedness and resilience.
English Teacher
Colegio San Mateo Apostol
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Taught English to third-grade students using project-based learning grounded in the Teaching for Understanding framework.
- Collaborated with teachers from other subject areas to design interdisciplinary projects.
- Guided students in applying their knowledge through hands-on creations—such as building robots or inventive machines—designed to solve real-world problems.
- Encouraged critical thinking, creativity, and language acquisition by connecting classroom concepts to meaningful, applied outcomes.
English Teacher
Thomas Jefferson School
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Taught English to students from sixth to eleventh grade, adapting lessons to meet different learning needs.
- Applied my undergraduate thesis project: teaching English through theater, with remarkable success in upper grades.
- Directed a 1960s-themed adaptation of Romeo and Juliet where students read the original play, wrote modernized scripts, and staged a full performance.
- Promoted active learning, creativity, and language fluency through hands-on participation in literature and performance.
- Presented the final production to the school community, building student confidence and engagement with English.
Education
Master's Degree - Direction and Management of Educational Centers
Universitat de Barcelona
Barcelona01.2007
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Foreign Languages Emphasis - English
Universidad el Bosque
Santafé de Bogotá D.C.11.2002
Skills
Curriculum design
CONTACT
- Cra 101 No 69 -26 Bogotá. Colombia
- munozsandra254@gmail.com
- Smuoz43@hotmail.com
Timeline
Spanish and English Teacher
Centro Educativo Suramericano
01.2024 - Current
English Teacher
SENA
01.2014 - 12.2022
English Teacher
Universidad Distrital
10.2010 - 08.2013
Interpreter and Community Facilitator
JICA
01.2006 - 01.2008
English Teacher
Colegio San Mateo Apostol
01.2005 - 01.2006
English Teacher
Thomas Jefferson School
01.2003 - 01.2004
Master's Degree - Direction and Management of Educational Centers
Universitat de Barcelona
Bachelor of Elementary Education - Foreign Languages Emphasis - English
Universidad el Bosque