Lara G.
I graduated with a M.A in Hispanic Linguistics at the University of Illinois at Chicago (2020-2022) and I worked as a Visiting Lecturer of Spanish (Second Language Learners and Heritage Speakers), and Italian at UIC, DePaul University and Dominican University, all in Illinois. I previously completed a M.A in Teaching Spanish as a Second/Foreign Language and a B.A in English Language at the University of Alicante in Spain.
My academic background is related to Spanish Theoretical and Descriptive Linguistics, Semantics/Pragmatics, Syntax Theory and Spanish Syntax, Spanish Phonology, and Second Language Learning.
Formación
Estudios
Universitarios
M.A. Hispanic Linguistics University of Illinois-Chicago Master’s Degree in the Teaching of Spanish as a Second/Foreign Language University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain Bachelor of English, University of Alicante, Spain University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
Idiomas
Español, Catalán, Italiano, Inglés
Experiencia y habilidades
TRANSLATION EXPERIENCE
Spanish Translator
Toucan Company, USA
- Contributed to their Spanish dictionary and Shortcuts projects.
Student Translator Practicum
Language Center of the University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
Jan 2023 – June 2023
- Review translated texts for accuracy, adhering to grammar, spelling, and punctuation guidelines.
- Read comprehend, and rewrite material in English preserving the original meaning.
- Maintain contact with clients and participants.
- Manage consent forms and other documents, ensuring accurate and consistent data in both computer databases and written records.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Administrator / Document Control
Tactix-Sener Group, Sydney
- Coff Harbour Bypass Project
- Torrens to Darlington Project
Skills: ProjectWise · Microsoft Excel · Microsoft Power BI · SharePoint · Microsoft Teams
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Professor of Spanish
Department of Modern Languages, DePaul University
- Taught two (2) classes of SPAN 103 (Spanish for beginners) – Online via Zoom and In-person – Spring 2023
- Taught two (2) classes of SPAN 102 (Spanish for beginners) – Online via Zoom and In-person – Fall 2023 -
(Spanish for beginners) – Winter 2022
Adjunct Professor of Italian
Department of Hispanic and Italian Studies, University of Illinois-Chicago
- Taught one (1) course of ITAL 101 (Beginner Italian) – Spring 2023 -
- Taught three (3) courses of ITAL101 (Beginner Italian) – Fall 2022
Adjunct Professor of Spanish for Heritage Speakers (Online via Zoom)
Spanish Language and Transcultural Studies, Dominican University
- Taught one (1) class of SPAN 192 (Accelerated Spanish for Heritage Speakers)
- Taught one (1) class of SPAN 231 (Spanish Language & Culture for Heritage Speakers)
Aug 2020 – May 2022 Oct 2017 – Jan 2019 Sep 2011 – Jan 2017
Sep 2016 – Jan 2017 Jan 2014 – June 2014
June 2023 – Present
Aug. 2023 – Feb. 2024
Sept. 2022 – June 2023
Taught one (1) class of SPAN 101 August 2022 – May 2023
Sept. 2022 – December 2022
Spanish Teacher
Instituto Cervantes Chicago
- Taught two (2) Beginner level (A1.1-A1.2) courses
- Taught an Intermediate level (B1.2) course - Online via Zoom
- Taught at Summer Camps Kids
Spanish Instructor of record & Course Coordinator
Department of Hispanic and Italian Studies, University of Illinois-Chicago
- Spanish BLP Coordinator of SPAN102 (Beginner Spanish)
- Taught two (2) courses of SPAN102 (Beginner Spanish)
- Taught two (2) courses of SPAN104 (Intermediate Spanish) – Online via Zoom
- Taught (1) Spanish as a Heritage Language course – Online via Zoom
Spanish Teacher of students with special needs
The Lang School, New York, New York
- Instructed students varying from A1-B1 levels and class sizes from 4-12 students with 7-18 years of age.
- Taught classes based on grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading and speaking as requested by the school.
- Indie Studies/Talent development coach teacher to monitor progress towards projects completion.
- Collaborated with other teachers to set concrete proficiency goals and help students achieve said goals.
Spanish as a Foreign Language Instructor
InterWay S.A, University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
- Instructed concentrated Spanish course for international students from 14-17 years of age in a Summer Camp
- Collaborated with other teachers to set concrete proficiency goals and help students achieve said goals
Student Assistant Practicum
Center for Cross Cultural Study S.L, University of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
- Organized and carried out fun and multicultural activities for international American students
- Guided students through the main city cultural attractions
- Designed daily schedules and academic student programs
Student Teaching Practicum
Università degli Studi di Salerno, Salerno, Italy
June 2022 – June 2023
- Observed, assisted, and taught classes at the Language Center with teaching staff
- Taught classes based on grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading, and test prep as requested by students
- Extracurricular Spanish course of A1-B1 for Italians of the Erasmus program (20h)
Aug 2020 – May 2022
Aug 2021 – May 2022 Aug 2021-May 2022
Aug 2020 – May 2021 Jan. 2021 – May 2021
Nov 2018 - June 2020
July 2018 – July 2018 (2 weeks)
June 2018 – July 2018
Apr 2018 – May 2018
Fab 2017 – Sep 2017
Demonstrated flexibility May 2016 – Aug 2016
Designed daily Sep 2015 – March 2016
Spanish as a Foreign Language Instructor
Casa de España (Language Center), Wroclaw, Poland
- Instructed adult students varying from A1-C2 proficiency levels and class sizes from 2-10 student.
- Adapted to a wide variety of formats, including business Spanish with private lessons and online teaching lessons. -
and originality in communicative class situations.
Spanish/English Student Teacher & Camp Counselor
ELIJUCE, SL Colegio Muntori (Primary School), Castalla, Spain
- Instructed concentrated Spanish course and assisted an English 8 years of age student outside the classroom.
- Organized and carried out fun and bilingual communicative activities in an informal environment with a positive attitude. -
schedules and guided students through them, maintaining order and safety as a leader.
Spanish Student Teacher
King's College, The British School of Alicante, Alicante, Spain
- Instructed concentrated Spanish courses and assisted international students from 6-12 years of age inside and outside the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to set concrete proficiency goals and help students achieve said goals.
Disponibilidad
- No tengo disponibilidad para cambiar de residencia
- Tengo disponibilidad para viajar
Semana laboral
24 horas / Urgencias, Mañanas, Tardes, Noches
Fines de semana
24 horas / Urgencias, Mañanas, Tardes, Noches
