English Teacher Special Education

HORACIO ALVEAR

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CERTIFIED ENGLISH TEACHER and SPANISH TUTOR

Native Spanish Speaker from Colombia South America. English learned living in the USA for more than 20 years where I received my High School Diploma in Tallahassee FL, I also received my Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture in Florida Atlantic University (FAU) in Florida and MS in Urban Environmental Systems Management in Pratt Institute Brooklyn NY. I worked as a Substitute Teacher with the School Board of Broward County in Florida for 7 years teaching all the subjects, and I have had the privilege to work with K-12

((kindergarten to twelve grade) students and with disabilities and low level English students (ESL,TESL,TESOL) helping them to improve their English skills. Skills and knowledge areas include:

K-12 Instruction (All Subjects)

English as a second

language(ESL), English for

speakers of other Languages

(ESOL),Teaching English as a

second Language(TESL)

Instruction

Ability to Follow Lesson Plans

Student Records Management

Student Engagement

Classroom management & Discipline

At-Risk & Special Needs Students

Formal & Informal Learner Assessment

Technology Integration

Parent / Teacher Communications

After-School Programs

Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Documentation

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Substitute Teacher (K-12), 2006-2012—Broward County Public Schools (Broward County Florida).

Fulfill both short- and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas, effectively teaching students of varied academic/age levels (grades K-12) and diverse cultural backgrounds. Instruct classes of as many as 24 students; communicate with teachers, administrators and parents; and build a positive rapport with students. Key Contributions & Educational Outcomes:

Consistently praised for dedication, reliability, organization and effectiveness as one of school district's most in-demand substitutes. Filled in for permanent teachers at a moment's notice; closely adhered to lesson plans; and kept students motivated, engaged and focused. Repeatedly selected as a long-term substitute for teachers on maternity or extended medical leave.

Frequently subbed for absent ESL/ESOL/TESL, high school Spanish and special education teachers as one of the few substitute teachers qualified in these areas. Showed resourcefulness and teaching effectiveness in meeting the needs of students with limited English language proficiency as well as learning disabilities.

Incorporated technology into students' learning activities for varied academic disciplines, enhancing students’ understanding of material and reaching the students’ successfully academic goals.

Private English and Spanish Tutor 2014- Current Cali Colombia Teaching to professionals, students employees, all levels and ages. Classes to improve conversation, pronunciation,grammar, vocabulary, reading and writing.Preparation to take English exams, translations and interpreter. Online English Teacher – 2018 Current - Singapore English Company Teaching Business English to adult students

Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth largest public school system in the United States and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962. BCPS has over 260,000 students and approximately 175,000 adult students in 237 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 99 charter schools. BCPS serves a diverse student population. Students are from 204 different countries and speak 135 different languages. EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Teaching English as a Foreign Language, October 2016 TEFL Professional Development Institute

http://www.theteflcertificate.com

Masters of Science in Urban Environmental System Management, July 2014 Pratt Institute (Brooklyn NY)

www.pratt.edu/academics/architecture/programs-for-sustainable-planning-and- development/

Bachelor of Arts - Architecture, with a Minor in Art History, December 2009 Florida Atlantic University (Ft Lauderdale. FL)

http://cdsi.fau.edu/soa/programs-overview/

Overall GPA 3.50

National Dean’s List 2006, 2007

National Honor Society, 2007

Substitute Teacher Training, August 2006

Broward College,(Davie, FL)

http://www.broward.edu/Pages/home.aspx

Substitute Teacher Certification, September 2006 (Renewed in 2011) The School Board of Broward County Florida (Fort Lauderdale FL) http://www.browardschools.com/Home

High School Diploma, March 2001

Department of Education, State of Florida

http://www.fldoe.org/

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