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Education
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Lorraine Velinda Vidal Santana

Teacher
Guaynabo,Puerto Rico
Lorraine Velinda Vidal Santana

Summary

Retired Elementary English Teacher with expertise in English as a Second Language, eager to return to buld engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives.

Overview

34
years of professional experience
3
Certification

Work History

Commonwealth Of Puerto Rico - Dept. Of Education

Teacher
08.1975 - 12.2009

Job overview

Luis Muñoz Rivera II Elementary School
Elementary English Teacher
1984.08 - 2009.12

  • Deliver daily lecture to students ranging from Grades IV to VI.
  • Strongly emphasized English grammar, pronunciation, and comprehension in lectures.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Evaluated students by providing tests, quizzes, and special projects.
  • Used music in classroom to inspire students in learning English.

Guaynabo Superintendent Office
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Department of Education
Elementary and Middle School English Teacher
1975.08 - 1984.05

Provided services as an English Teacher by completing tasks assigned by the Guaynabo Superintendent Center segment for the Department of Education of Puerto Rico. The position required to go to several elementary and middle schools in the Guaynabo municipality area.

  • Designed engaging lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and promoted active participation.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and consistently enforcing consequences when necessary.
  • Evaluated and improved student reading comprehension through personalized instruction.

Education

Inter American University
San Juan, Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
05.1980

Skills

  • Extensive Teaching experience for over 30 years
  • Formally certified in pronunciation and phonetics
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Great student assessment to overcome educational obstacles
  • Up-to-date with all learning tools and technology with ability to apply them effectively
  • Proficient in computer software and internet browsing
  • Fully bilingual in English and Spanish
  • TESOL Certification
  • Special Education
  • Classroom Management

Certification

  • Licensed English Teacher Elementary Level (License #237)
  • Licensed Teacher Elementary Level (License #230)
  • Licensed Teacher Secondary Level (License #5750)

Timeline

Teacher

Commonwealth Of Puerto Rico - Dept. Of Education
08.1975 - 12.2009

Inter American University

Bachelor of Arts from Elementary Education
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