William Garcia ESL, EFL, and SSL
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Hello everyone. My name is William Garcia. I am a Spanish native speaker with an ESL and EFL certification. I am more than happy to be part of your learning process by doing a variety of different teaching practices using technology, games, and videos, among other wonderful resources that will help you to overcome any difficulties you may have so far. I like to use learning by doing, as an effective way to increase your confidence in all different aspects of your educational growth. In brief, I want to enjoy having you as my future student playing multiple games dedicated to increasing your language performance. I also love teaching outdoors and indoors, I am very flexible, and I like to support you if you need my help, I can be available for you if you need me. It will be a pleasure for me to grow together, plant new seeds in you, and use digital platforms to empower your learning process.

Subjects

  • Spanish A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2

  • English & Literature Beginner-Intermediate

Experience

  • Spanish and English Instructor (Sep, 2021–Jun, 2023) at San Juan Del Sur Day School, An International English School, Rivas- Nicaragua
     Teaching Spanish as a Second Language to Primary Students.
     Developing lesson plans and curricula based on the needs of individual students.
     Providing conversational classes where pronunciation and essential words and phrases are taught.
     Teaching writing and Spanish composition classes.
     Conducting research on teaching methods, materials, and language games that can be used in class.
     Scheduling and preparing students for oral and written examinations.
     Monitoring students' progress by writing up reports and grading assessments.
     Organizing feedback sessions with students and their parents if applicable.
     Providing suggestions for further learning and scheduling intervention sessions with struggling students.
  • ESL Instructor (Sep, 2019–Jun, 2021) at Keiser University Latin American Campus EFL Instructor, San Marcos - Carazo
    1-Conducted home language surveys to determine the needs of students.
    2-Placed students in programs that best suited their needs.
    3-Planned and implemented lessons that consisted of skill-building techniques for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
    4-Conducted small group and individual lessons.
    5-Attended professional development workshops to remain informed about the best techniques and strategies for English Language Learners.
    6-Identified and suggested additional resources for English Language Learners and their families.
  • ESL Instructor (Mar, 2015–Sep, 2015) at Access Program, Sponsor by the American Embassy In Nicaragua – Managua, Nicaragua
     Worked one-on-one with students who needed individualized attention and came up with special learning plans for struggling people.
     Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension of the English language.
     Grading students’ work based on completion, timeliness, and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
  • Attending Customers from different cultures, languages, and Explorers. (Feb, 2014–Dec, 2014) at Tour Guide, Masaya Volcano
    Established lasting relationships with local partners, including restaurants, cafes, museums, and concert halls, so that travelers could further explore the city on their own.
     Ensured the safety of all members of the group by pointing out cracked sidewalks, bad lighting, and steps, and, provided assistance as needed.
     Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • ESL, and EFL Instructor (Mar, 2012–Oct, 2018) at Centro Cultural Nicaragüense Norteamericano - CCNN – Managua, MN ESL Instructor.
     Modified the general education curriculum for special-needs students based on a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
     Grading students’ work based on completion, timeliness, and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.
     Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
     Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through creative role-playing exercises.
     Collaborated with a team of faculty to develop an after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.

Education

  • Online Blended Learning (Aug, 2015–Sep, 2015) from Centro Cultural Nicaragüense Norteamericano - CCNN – Managua, MN ESL Instructor
  • TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language (Apr, 2015–May, 2015) from SIT-TESOL Centro Espiral Maná, Costa Rica
  • ESL and TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and English as a Second Language (Feb, 2014–Feb, 2014) from Professional Development Institute
  • ESL and TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and English as a Second Language (Apr, 2013–Jun, 2013) from Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs U.S. Department
  • TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language (Feb, 2009–Dec, 2012) from Universidad Centroamericana UCA Managua

Fee details

    C$900–1,200/hour (US$24.45–32.60/hour)

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