Ela Teacher English

Alejandro Valencia

ELA Teacher (Grades *–*) • Adjunct English Professor • TESOL-Certified Educator

Miami, FL • ***********@*****.*** • Authorized to work in the U.S. Professional Summary

Bilingual English/Spanish educator with over 10 years of experience teaching diverse learners, from middle school students to adult professionals, in academic and private language school settings. Expert in CEFR-aligned instruction (A1–C1), TESOL methodology, curriculum development, and student-centered lesson planning. Skilled in leveraging educational technology, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Moodle, to enhance engagement in both face-to-face and online classrooms. Recognized for driving measurable institutional improvements and for outstanding teaching performance. Education

Master of Arts in English – Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ 2023

• Concentration: English Communication Across Formal Registers

• GPA: 3.85 • Alpha Chi National College Honor Society Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies (ESOL Focus) – Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ 2021

• Concentration: Methods and Pedagogy in English Instruction (All Levels)

• GPA: 3.1

Certifications & Diplomas

• TESOL Certificate – Oxford Seminars (140 hours)

• Certificate of Pedagogy & Research – UniRemington University (96 hours)

• Certificate of Methods – UniRemington University (96 hours) Academic & Teaching Experience

Excelsior Prep Charter School – Hialeah, FL

ELA Teacher (Grades 6–8) [Dates]

• Taught reading and writing across argumentative, expository, and persuasive genres following Florida DOE standards.

• Contributed to institutional improvement from a “C” to an “A” school rating.

• Principal Contact: Raysa Martinez 786-***-**** *********@****************.*** CompuMed – Miami, FL

Adjunct English Professor (Online & In-Person) Jan 2024 – Present

• Instruct beginner to advanced English learners using Cambridge Interchange series.

• Deliver synchronous and asynchronous lessons through Microsoft Teams. English Spot – Doral, FL

English Teacher Feb 2020 – 2023

• Designed and delivered CEFR-aligned lessons (A1–C1) for in-person and online settings via Zoom.

• Integrated Cambridge Interchange materials into interactive lesson plans. UniRemington University – Medellín, Colombia

English Instructor Jul 2018 – Aug 2021

• Taught English to students from multiple disciplines, including medicine, law, engineering, and business.

• Integrated Moodle, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom for blended learning.

• Awarded “Outstanding Teacher of the Month.”

American School Way – Medellín, Colombia

English Teacher Nov 2017 – Jun 2018

• Delivered CEFR-based English instruction from A1 to C1 levels. Universal Language Academy – Medellín, Colombia

English Teacher & Academic Coordinator 10 Years

• Managed a team of 5 teachers and approximately 150 students.

• Developed CEFR-based curriculum for beginner through advanced courses. English for Everyone – Medellín, Colombia

English Teacher Mar 2016 – Nov 2017

• Delivered CEFR-based English instruction to students of all proficiency levels.

• Recognized as “Outstanding Teacher of the Month.” Skills

• TESOL Methodology • CEFR Framework (A1–C1)

• Academic Coordination & Curriculum Development

• Lesson Planning & Student Assessment

• Online Teaching: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Moodle

• Bilingual: English / Spanish

Awards & Honors

• Alpha Chi National College Honor Society – Grand Canyon University

• Outstanding Teacher of the Month – UniRemington University & English for Everyone

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