Communicative Professor of Italian strives to teach course information and build students' lifelong skills. Creates vibrant teaching atmosphere and consistency supports students through openness and transparency. Engaged educator maintains highest standards of classroom instruction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Instructor of Italian
Universidad de Puerto Rico- Mayaguez
Mayaguez
08.2018 - Current
Conduct student evaluations and assessments to track progress and ensure academic rigor.
Provide one-on-one guidance to students concerning course materials, assignments, and research topics.
Organize weekly office hours to answer questions from students regarding course material.
Create interactive learning activities for classes that encouraged critical thinking skills.
Encourage a safe learning environment by actively engaging with students during class discussions.
Prepare course syllabi, lesson plans, handouts, and other instructional materials.
Research new trends in the field of education to incorporate into lesson plans.
Utilize various forms of technology such as online discussion boards or video conferencing platforms in the classroom.
Evaluate student performance through tests and quizzes while providing feedback when needed.
Instructor of Italian
DECEP-RUM
Mayaguez
08.2020 - Current
Instructed students in Italian grammar, syntax, pronunciation and vocabulary.
Developed and implemented engaging activities to improve student's understanding of the language.
Delivered lectures on various aspects of Italian culture, literature and history.
Assisted students with their homework assignments and projects.
Organized classroom discussions to foster student engagement.
Created multimedia presentations to supplement learning materials.
Assistant Manager
The Marco Polo Collection
San Juan
02.2015 - 08.2018
Work from home managing short term vacation rentals in Puerto Rico
Perform various tasks ranging from the initial contact with guests from all cultures up to their departures from the properties
In charge of preparing rental agreements and billing guests, as well as coordinate check-in and check-out from the properties
Prepare online listings and in charge of revenue.
Guest Services Supervisor
Hotel El Convento
San Juan
12.2013 - 02.2015
Supervisor of the Year nominee for El Convento at the 2014 PRTH Awards
Perform various tasks ranging from the initial contact with guests from all cultures up to their departures
Supervise all tasks performed in the Guest Services Department always ensuring the comfort and well-being of guests and employees.
Assistant Coordinator in the Extension Program
Escuela de Artes Plásticas
San Juan
01.2009 - 06.2009
Help in the enrollment process for the short courses and assist students and professors in any way needed
Execute coordinator duties when needed.
Flight Attendant
Caribbean Sun Airlines
Carolina
08.2003 - 01.2007
Represented the Airline in the I.T
Provided safety instructions to passengers prior to takeoff and landing.
Assisted passengers with stowing carry-on luggage in overhead compartments.
Trade Show in Berlin, Germany in 2006
Ensure passengers' safety while complying with FAR's.
Greeted passengers, answered questions, and directed them to their seats.
Delivered onboard customer service including food and beverage service.
Monitored cabin environment throughout flight, checking seatbelts and ensuring passenger comfort.
Education
Doctor in Modern Languages - L1 Italian
Middlebury College School
Vermont
08.2025
Master of Arts - Italian Culture and Communication
Middlebury College School
Middlebury, VT & Florence, Italy
06.2008
Bachelor's Degree in Art Theory -
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Mayaguez, PR
06.2005
Skills
Workshops and Seminars
Academic Publication
Student-Centered Learning
Student Engagement
Grading and Reporting
Powerpoint Presentation
Faculty Communication
Flexible Schedule
Lectures and Discussions
Motivation
Inclusive Learning
Committees
AATI Conference Committee 2022-2023
Curriculum Committee - Universidad de Puerto Rico - Humanities Department
Certification
Online Teaching, DECEP, RUM-Mayagüez, PR 2020
Real Estate Broker, CRE College - Puerto Rico 2020
Entrepreneur Mind Workshop, Echar Pa'lante - Puerto Rico 2020
Basic Sign Language, DECEP, RUM-Mayagüez, PR 2021
Cognitive Neuroscience Applied to Education, Instituto de Neurociencias - Puerto Rico 2022
Presentations
03/29/2021, The Benefits of Bilingualism, Guest Speaker at John Leonard High School
05/28/2022, Presidential Panel III for Graduate Students, AATI Lucca Conference
11/05/2023, 1st Romance Languages Colloquium, Syracuse University
Publications
2021, Calvino e l'infinito mondo delle possibilità, Sulle ali della leggerezza. Calvino oltre la pandemia, 101-114, Metauro Editore, Daniela Privitera
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Italian
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Instructor of Italian
DECEP-RUM
08.2020 - Current
Visiting Instructor of Italian
Universidad de Puerto Rico- Mayaguez
08.2018 - Current
Assistant Manager
The Marco Polo Collection
02.2015 - 08.2018
Guest Services Supervisor
Hotel El Convento
12.2013 - 02.2015
Assistant Coordinator in the Extension Program
Escuela de Artes Plásticas
01.2009 - 06.2009
Flight Attendant
Caribbean Sun Airlines
08.2003 - 01.2007
Doctor in Modern Languages - L1 Italian
Middlebury College School
Master of Arts - Italian Culture and Communication
Middlebury College School
Bachelor's Degree in Art Theory -
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Online Teaching, DECEP, RUM-Mayagüez, PR 2020
Real Estate Broker, CRE College - Puerto Rico 2020
Entrepreneur Mind Workshop, Echar Pa'lante - Puerto Rico 2020
Basic Sign Language, DECEP, RUM-Mayagüez, PR 2021
Cognitive Neuroscience Applied to Education, Instituto de Neurociencias - Puerto Rico 2022
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