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Zoraida B. Batista Castillo

Carolina

Summary

Dedicated English teacher with extensive experience in elementary and secondary education, demonstrating a strong commitment to encouraging student growth and achievement. Proven track record of excellence in teaching grades K-12, consistently recognized for outstanding performance and innovative instructional strategies. Passionate about creating engaging learning environments that inspire students to reach their full potential while contributing to overall school success. Committed to continuous professional development and collaboration with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Basic Korean I Teacher

Saint Francis School
08.2020 - Current
  • Basic Korean I Teacher (High School)
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.

Basic Japanese I Teacher

Saint Francis School
08.2016 - Current
  • Basic Japanese I Teacher (High School)
  • Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests, and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and activities.

Secondary English Teacher

Saint Francis School
03.2015 - Current
  • Secondary English Teacher (9th -10th grade)
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
  • Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
  • Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.

Middle School English Teacher

Braxton P.R.
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Middle School English Teacher
  • Title I program

English Teacher

LS INNOVATIVE Company
11.2020 - 05.2021
  • English Teacher
  • Title I program

English Teacher

LS INNOVATIVE Company
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • English Teacher 7th-8th and 10th-11th grade
  • Title I program

English Teacher

NETS Company
01.2015 - 05.2019
  • English Teacher –7th-12th grade
  • Title I program

Líder Recreativo

Instituto de Banca y Comercio
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Líder Recreativo
  • Verano 2015 y Verano 2016

Destrezas Básicas - English Teacher

Instituto de Banca y Comercio
03.2015 - 10.2015
  • Destrezas Básicas - English Teacher

Secondary English Teacher

CREARTE: Escuela Alternativa para Jóvenes
02.2014 - 02.2015
  • Secondary English Teacher (9th -12th grade)

Secondary English Teacher

Academia del Carmen
08.2006 - 02.2014
  • Secondary English Teacher (7th -12th grade)

Education

MA - English as a Second Language

Ana G. Méndez University
Online division, Orlando Campus
06.2025

BA - Elementary and Secondary Education as an English Teacher

Interamerican University
Fajardo Campus, P.R.
06.2012

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Creative Lesson
  • Planning/Blended Learning
  • Use of Manipulatives
  • Technology Integration
  • Calligraphy
  • Experiential Learning
  • Students with diverse learning needs
  • Flexible and adaptive
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Task prioritization
  • Cultural sensitivity

Accomplishments

  • Named "Influencer con Clase" SM Puerto Rico at Saint Francis School in 2023.

Timeline

Middle School English Teacher

Braxton P.R.
09.2023 - 12.2024

English Teacher

LS INNOVATIVE Company
11.2020 - 05.2021

Basic Korean I Teacher

Saint Francis School
08.2020 - Current

English Teacher

LS INNOVATIVE Company
01.2019 - 05.2020

Basic Japanese I Teacher

Saint Francis School
08.2016 - Current

Líder Recreativo

Instituto de Banca y Comercio
06.2015 - 06.2016

Secondary English Teacher

Saint Francis School
03.2015 - Current

Destrezas Básicas - English Teacher

Instituto de Banca y Comercio
03.2015 - 10.2015

English Teacher

NETS Company
01.2015 - 05.2019

Secondary English Teacher

CREARTE: Escuela Alternativa para Jóvenes
02.2014 - 02.2015

Secondary English Teacher

Academia del Carmen
08.2006 - 02.2014

MA - English as a Second Language

Ana G. Méndez University

BA - Elementary and Secondary Education as an English Teacher

Interamerican University
Zoraida B. Batista Castillo