Teacher English
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Ellen De Leon
Spanish Teacher, ESL Teacher, Translator
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EXPERIENCE
Norwich Free Academy Norwich, Connecticut September 1994-June 2015
Spanish Teacher, Creator ESL Department, ESL Teacher
Teacher of Spanish Level 1 through Level 6 Advanced Placement Language and Literature Classes. Developed, planned and implemented curriculum aligned with Common Core Standards.
Adjunct Professor UCONN Early College Experience Program teaching UCONN Spanish 3178 Composition and UCONN Spanish 3179 Spanish Conversation Cultural Topics 9/2009-6/2015 in conjunction with Norwich Free Academy program.
Development, planning and implementation of curriculum at all levels incorporating wide range of tools to manage and enhance group learning.
Integrated technology into process for all learners at all levels.
Participation in National Spanish Examination Program in conjunction with the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)
Administration of annual Norwich Free Academy Spanish Prize Exams.
Advisor of National Spanish Honor Society: Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica 9/2010-6/2015
Spanish Club Advisor.
Yearly cultural trips to New York City and other destinations.
Creation of ELL Department in 1994 including all aspects of development and implementation of program as student population increased exponentially.
Developed, planned, implemented and taught ELL Curriculum Levels 1-4. Created differentiated learning plans according to heterogeneous language and literacy proficiency.
LAS Language Assessment Testing on a yearly basis. (1994-2011)
Facilitated translations during family interview process, annual ELL family banquet organization, field trips, textbook selection and community integration.
Facilitated corporate donation program for student enrichment providing computers for deserving senior scholars at Senior Diversity Dinner Event (2008-present)
Facilitated corporate donation program to fund yearly Skating Party and Dinner for ELL students at the Norwich Rink.
The Williams School New London, CT September 1987-June 1994
Spanish Teacher, HOD Spanish Department
Creation of Spanish Department including all aspects of development and implementation of program.
Teacher of Spanish Level I through Advanced Placement Language and Literature courses.
Staffing responsibilities.
Textbook selection and purchasing process.
Organization of yearly cultural trips to Boston and New York City.
Participation in National Spanish Examination Program.
Created social action student tutorial program for local Hispanic students at el Centro de la Comunidad tutoring 1st through 4th graders in Mathematics and English on a weekly basis which the Williams community has maintained for many years. Supervision of social action projects to benefit El Centro children. Facilitated corporate donations for sponsorships of field trips.
Spanish Club Advisor
Student Advisor duties.
East Lyme High School East Lyme, CT September 1986-June 1987
Spanish Teacher
Teacher of Spanish levels 1-3
Development, planning and implementation of curriculum at all levels of proficiency.
Brookhaven College & Richland College Dallas,TX September 1986-June 1987
Spanish Teacher, ESL Teacher
Teacher of Spanish and English classes at beginning and intermediate levels.
Curriculum development and implementation of second level Spanish 102, Developmental Writing 091, English as a Second Language 053.
Colegio Alexander Bain Mexico City, Mexico September 1980-June 1983
English Teacher
Curriculum planning, lesson assessment and implementation of private school bilingual programs for grades 4-6.
Language assessment testing and placement.
Development of library programs and class productions.
Colegio La Orilla Lázaro Cárdenas, Michoacán, Mexico September 1975-December 1976
ELL Coordinator K-6 Program, English Teacher
Development, planning and implementation of private school bilingual program.
Teacher of English grade levels 4-6.
Language assessment testing and placement.
Tutoring and support services.
Colegio Oxford Mexico City, Mexico September 1972-June 1973
Teacher of English grade level 6.
Planning and implementation of all English language subjects taught at private school bilingual program.
Language assessment testing and placement.
Tutoring and support services.
Translator Assignments Mexico and United States 1975-Present
Freelance translator of research materials, television programs, legal depositions, equipment handbooks, government and business documents, technical translations.
STATE CERTIFICATION
State of Connecticut Professional Educator Certificate Spanish Grades 7-12 11/9/2014-11/8/2019
State of Connecticut Professional Educator Certificate Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
(TESOL) Grades PreK - 12 11/9/2014-11/8/2019
Adjunct Professor UCONN Spanish 3178 Composition and UCONN 3179 Spanish Conversation Cultural Topics 9/1/2009-6/30/2017
EDUCATION
Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT 2000-2001
Coursework 092 Endorsement Program
Connecticut College New London, CT 1986-1988
MAT Teaching
Universidad Internacional de México Mexico City, Mexico 1983-1984
Coursework MA Psychology Program
American University Washington, D.C. 1966-1970
BA Spanish
Universidad Ibero-Americana Mexico City, Mexico 1968-1969
Junior Year Abroad Program
CIVIC INVOLVEMENT and AWARDS
Norwich Free Academy Honoree ELL Reunion Banquet 2015
In recognition of establishing ELL Department in 1994 and dedication to the planning, implementation and expansion of
program.
Norwich Free Academy Outstanding Service Award 2005
In recognition of over a decade of commitment towards the improvement and excellence of ELL students
TVCCA Community Service Award 2003
Facilitated sponsorship of social action activities for the enrichment of female adolescent wards of the State of Connecticut
living at the Thames House Residence in Norwich, CT 2000-2003
LANGUAGES & TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
Spanish (native bi-lingual proficiency), basic French, Google Apps Collaboration Tools, Microsoft Office
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