Gustavo Hernandez
Educator
Guatemala City,Guatemala
Summary
Veteran Educator offering 20+ years of English instruction experience. Excellent communication, relationship-building and organizational skills. Strong command of online learning management systems, with skill in developing engaging curriculum to foster student engagement and comprehension. Versed in lesson-planning and implementation of innovative instruction resources. Successful English Teacher with expertise in building 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.
Passionate art educator with over 4 years of experience developing art curricula and nurturing artistic talent in secondary students.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Online English Teacher
E4CC Online
03.2021 - Current
- Worked with adult students between ages 18 and 60 on grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.
- Boosted student confidence through tailored feedback and individualized support in areas of improvement.
- Enhanced students'' language skills by focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.
- Developed all online materials for and collected a list of resource links for students.
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Language Line Solutions
03.2017 - 03.2021
- Bridged language barriers, allowing Spanish-speaking patients to have equal access to healthcare services.
- Contributed to a 20% decrease in appointment delays by efficiently interpreting complex medical terminology for non-English speaking patients.
- Functioned as an on-call medical interpreter at various hospitals, accurately conveying critical information between patients and healthcare providers, improving patient satisfaction scores by 15%.
- Enhanced patient understanding by providing accurate and timely translations during medical appointments.
- Acted as a cultural liaison in complex cases involving multicultural backgrounds, leading to more personalized patient care and better health outcomes.
English Teacher /Art Teacher
Colegio CBC El Carmen
08.2013 - 03.2017
- Developed an innovative art curriculum resulting in a 25% increase in student engagement and creative expression.
- Organized and facilitated three successful school-wide art exhibitions, showcasing over 300 student artworks and receiving positive feedback from parents and the community.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
English Coach
Teleperformance
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes for the Call center Industry.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
English Teacher (International Adults ESL)
Kaplan
06.2004 - 11.2009
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
ESL High School Teacher
Birmingham International Collegiate Of Canada
02.2003 - 11.2009
- Created effective curriculum for English Language Learners and provided instruction that met the needs of all students.
- Modified lessons for individual learners based on their current skill-set and needs.
Incorporated a variety of centers in the classroom that aimed to boost the achievements of English Language Learners. - Worked with families of students to promote learning techniques.
Created and fostered a trusting atmosphere where students felt comfortable and supported. - Distributed and collected classroom materials such as worksheets, quizzes, and tests.
- Addressed consistent behavior problems with students, parents and senior staff.
English Teacher - Secondary School
Toronto STEM School
04.2000 - 02.2003
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
- Created and implemented activities to foster critical thinking skills of students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Assisted struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to increased academic success.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Certified Teacher Assistant
RL Pro Staff Inc.
06.1991 - 10.1999
- Assisted lead teachers in classroom management and curriculum implementation.
- Supported a classroom of 25 students, ensuring individualized attention.
- Managed classroom materials and resources, ensuring timely availability.
- Participated in weekly teacher meetings, providing insights from an intern's perspective.
- Helped in organizing school events, leading to increased community involvement.
Education
Master of Science - Education
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley,Ca 05.2001 -
Skills
Student Engagement
Certification
TEFLEN/ TESOL certification
Timeline
TEFLEN/ TESOL certification
02-2024
Online English Teacher
E4CC Online
03.2021 - Current
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Language Line Solutions
03.2017 - 03.2021
English Teacher /Art Teacher
Colegio CBC El Carmen
08.2013 - 03.2017
English Coach
Teleperformance
01.2010 - 07.2013
English Teacher (International Adults ESL)
Kaplan
06.2004 - 11.2009
ESL High School Teacher
Birmingham International Collegiate Of Canada
02.2003 - 11.2009
Master of Science - Education
University of California, Berkeley
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of California, Berkeley
05.2001 -
English Teacher - Secondary School
Toronto STEM School
04.2000 - 02.2003
Certified Teacher Assistant
RL Pro Staff Inc.
06.1991 - 10.1999
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