DANIELA ARIZA
Ladson
Summary
Bilingual Spanish educator with seven years of experience teaching Spanish and English as a Second Language, passionate about helping students grow through meaningful, culturally rich learning experiences. Known for being dedicated, creative, and collaborative, with strong skills in curriculum design, and a genuine commitment to supporting every learner’s success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher - Full-time
Stratford High School
08.2023 - Current
- Designed pacing guides and instructional resources for Spanish 1-4, French 3-4, and Exploratory Spanish Curriculum for the school district.
- Led professional development sessions for World Language educators to improve teaching strategies.
- Organized cultural events to promote Spanish language and culture awareness.
- Contributed to Renaissance Team initiatives aimed at enhancing school culture and student engagement.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum materials to support language acquisition across diverse grade levels.
Spanish Teacher - Full-time
Woodland High School
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Taught Spanish 1 and Spanish 3 Honors to students in grades nine through twelve.
- Awarded Shining Star Teacher of the Year for 2021-2022 for exceptional contributions.
- Designed district initiative to enhance communication with Hispanic families.
English Teacher
National University of Colombia
Bogotá
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Taught English as a Foreign Language to university students at various proficiency levels.
- Developed curriculum and lesson plans for courses EFL 1, 2, 3, and 4.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and language acquisition.
- Facilitated engaging classroom activities to enhance language skills and cultural understanding.
Education
Master's in Education - Communication and Childhood Studies
National University of Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia01.2020
B.A. - Philology and Languages: English
National University of Colombia
Bogotá, Colombia01.2017
Certificate - Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language
Instituto Caro y Cuervo
Bogotá, Colombia01.2016
Skills
- Curriculum design and lesson planning
- Classroom management and engagement
- Data-driven instruction and assessment
- Bilingual communication and ESOL strategies
- Technology integration and tools
- Culturally responsive teaching and family engagement
Teaching License And Certifications
- South Carolina Spanish and ESOL International Teaching License
- PRAXIS 5195: Spanish
- PRAXIS 5362: English to Speakers of Other Languages
- IELTS 8.0 - English proficiency.
Awards
- Awarded full academic merit scholarship to pursue Master's degree based on outstanding academic performance during B.A. studies.
- B.A. Graduation with Honors, National University of Colombia.
- Shining Star Teacher of the Year, Woodland High School (2021-2022)
References
- Robert Benvin, Assistant Principal, Stratford High School - Berkeley County School District, 951 Crowfield Blvd, Goose Creek, SC, 29445, benvinr@bcsdschools.net
- Anna Gorritti, World Languages Department Chair, Berkeley County School District - Stratford High School, 951 Crowfield Blvd, Goose Creek, SC, 29445, gorrittia@bcsdschools.net
- Margaret Ward, Renaissance Lead Teacher / Math Lead Teacher, Stratford High School - Berkeley County School District, 951 Crowfield Blvd, Goose Creek, SC, 29445, wardm@bcsdschools.net
Timeline
Spanish Teacher - Full-time
Stratford High School
08.2023 - Current
Spanish Teacher - Full-time
Woodland High School
08.2021 - 06.2023
English Teacher
National University of Colombia
05.2019 - 07.2021
Master's in Education - Communication and Childhood Studies
National University of Colombia
B.A. - Philology and Languages: English
National University of Colombia
Certificate - Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language
Instituto Caro y Cuervo