Teacher Training

Location:

Lafayette, LA

Posted:

February 22, 2013

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mariosagastume

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Mario A. Sagastume abqj1p@r.postjobfree.com

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Capabilities:Thorough knowledge of Spanish and Italian language, literature, and social/cultural/feminist theory.Classroom and seminar facilitation from small groups to large groups in excess of 400.Experienced in teaching all levels from elementary to university, including students with learning disabilities providing mentoring and counseling.Experienced in managing, supervising, and training within a number of programs and departments.Ability to turn, potentially, hostile or challenging situations into win-win experiences for all involved.Effective research, planning, and preparation of curriculum and theory about the four underrepresented groups (Latino/a, African American, Asian American, Native American) in the United States.Excellent organization and communication skills with an emphasis on creating an atmosphere of trust, congeniality, and team work.

Work History:

2010 to Present University of Louisiana at Lafayette Instructor Elementary Spanish I Spanish 101 (Fall 2010 through Spring 2013)Elementary Spanish II Spanish 102 (Fall 2010 through Spring 2013)

Introduction to Spanish language with presentation of structures, vocabulary and culture based on the four-skill development (speaking, listening, reading and writing)Lecturas Culturales Intermediate II Spanish 203(Spring 2011)

Introduction to Hispanic culture through readings (short story, essay, poems, films etc.) along with major review of grammar structures (speaking, listening, reading, writing)Students gain an expanded knowledge of the diversity of Hispanic cultures, increased control of grammatical structures and enhanced reading abilityConversational Spanish – Spanish 216 (Spring 2013)

Emphasis on Spanish conversation skills, appreciation of Spanish speaking cultures throughout the world, the intersection of race, class, ethnicity, gender, and even sexual orientation through an examination of everyday subjects withing the Spanish speaking communities, the intersection of culture as it relates to food, films, music, costumes, politics, and what people do for fun.

2006 to 2007 Buena VistaSpanishImmersionSchool 5th Grade Spanish Teacher

Eugene, Oregon

5th Grade Teacher in a 100% Spanish Immersion self-contained classroom.

2005 to 2006 Buena VistaSpanishImmersionSchool Reading Facilitator

Eugene, Oregon

Reading facilitator for primary grades 1st and 2nd 0.6 FTE.

2004 to 2005 Ridgeline Montessori Public CharterSchool Spanish Teacher

Eugene, Oregon

Teaching Spanish Language Arts to students from K 8th grades.

2003 to 2005 VillageSchool Spanish Teacher

Eugene, Oregon

This Waldorf/Steiner pedagogy school emphasizes a holistic, developmentally appropriate, arts integrated, with a systematic and comprehensive curricula. I teach Spanish, preparing lesson plans and teaching materials for 1st through 8th grades.

2002 to 2003 OakHillSchool Spanish Teacher

Eugene, Oregon

Teaching the Spanish language to students, preparing lesson plans and teaching materials for the K 5th grades & Spanish III to the 10th 12th grades.

2002 to 2003 Buena VistaSpanishImmersionSchool Spanish Teacher

School District 4J, Eugene

Teaching Spanish and reading comprehension to 1st 5th grades.

2001 to 2002

Teaching Spanish and reading comprehension to 1st 5th grades.

1998 to 2001 The Learning Center, Inc. Tutor

Eugene, Oregon

Assisting college students with learning disabilities with further education for a more productive future (English literature, Spanish, ethnic/social/international studies).

1999 to 2000 Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP) Grader & Facilitator

University of Oregon, Eugene

Nationally recognized program designed to provide education and to increase awareness in the areas of alcohol and other drug prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery.

1994 to 1997 Department of Ethnic Studies Graduate Teaching Fellow

University of Oregon, Eugene

Program that examines the construction and context of ethnicity in the United States with a primary focus on Americans of African, Asian, Latino/a, and Native American descent.

1997 to 1997 Buena Vista Spanish Immersion School Fifth Grade Teacher

School District 4J, Eugene

The immersion program features a half-day elementary model with entire curriculum in Spanish collaborating with English co-teacher.

1992 to 1997 Academic Services for Student Athletes Tutor

University of Oregon, Eugene

Providing academic support to U of O student athletes with a primary focus in Spanish, Italian, and Ethnic studies.

1988 to 1992 English and Foreign Language Department Computer Lab Assistant

LaneCommunity College, Eugene

Assisting teachers of Spanish grading papers and managing filing system.

Education:

1996 M.A. Romance Languages University of Oregon: Eugene, OR

1994 B.A. Romance Languages University of Oregon: Eugene, OR

2000 A.S. Respiratory CareLane Community College: Eugene, OR (not completed)

Certifications:

2002 – Fundamentals of Instructor Training; Babysitter Training; Workplace FA & Safety Adult CPR/AED; Workplace Training: First Aid; AED Essentials; Community First Aid & Safety; Adult, Infant and Child CPR through the American Red Cross. These certifications are due to be renewed in 2003.

I would be happy to renew one or all of these certifications if required by any future employers.

References:

Excellent letters of recommendation and personal references will be provided upon request.

2003-2005 Registered with State of Oregon Criminal History Registry

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