Christian Corujo
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
I am a native Spanish speaker from Uruguay currently living in Canada. I am fluent in Italian and English and have taught Spanish Language and Culture, as well as the Spanish Bilingual Program, in Calgary, Alberta. My teaching philosophy is rooted in a genuine commitment to my students' academic and personal success from all diverse backgrounds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Substitute
CSSD & CBE
Calgary, AB
04.2021 - Current
- Follow the teacher's instructions.
- Classroom management.
- Prepared reports documenting student progress or lack thereof.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to manage student disputes.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Communicate/follow-up with the teachers.
DELE Examiner/Trainer (A1 - C2)
Cervantes Institute
Calgary, AB
05.2018 - Current
- Administered the Spanish test to students.
- Gathered and analyzed information to determine the extent of liability.
- Administered positive and prompt feedback on student progress for self-monitoring.
- Administered speaking test A1 - C2.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance and exam preparation.
Italian Teacher
Calgary Italian School
Calgary, AB
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Planned, organized, and taught lessons for adult Italian language learners involving listening, speaking, reading, and writing instructional components.
- Developed a language acquisition curriculum based on speaking, reading, writing, and auditory understanding of Italian.
- Employed Italian interactive learning methods to instruct students in the French language and culture.
High School Spanish Teacher
Calgary Catholic School District
Calgary, Alberta
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Instructed Spanish Language Arts to grades 10, 11, and 12, facilitating language acquisition through literature such as poetry and novels.
- Taught Film and Media Arts, educating students on Spanish-speaking world film history and guiding them in the production of commercials, documentaries, and films.
High School Spanish Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
Calgary, Alberta
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed a language acquisition curriculum based on speaking, reading, writing, and auditory understanding of Spanish.
- Provided individualized instruction to struggling students, and introduced specialized lesson plans to monitor progress.
- Planned interactive theme days for students to highlight the culture of Spanish-speaking countries.
- Created and led a strengths-based and engaging class that equipped students with the skills and confidence to learn Spanish using an interactive, culturally responsive curriculum.
- Utilized multimedia and technological resources to enrich the learning experience.
Poetry Recital
Cervantes Society of America
Calgary, AB
10.2018 - 10.2018
Education
M.D. - Spanish And Latin American Literature
International University of La Rioja (UNIR)
Spain 03-2024
Bachelor of Education - Second Language Acquisition
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & Italian Studies
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB06.2019
DELE - DELE Certified Examiner
Cervantes Institute
Calgary, AB05-2018
Student Exchange - Italian Literature
Alma Mater Studiorum - Università Di Bologna
Bologna, Italy09.2017
Skills
- Student engagement
- Tutoring and assistance
- Course material preparation
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Spanish course development
- Interactive teaching and learning
- Classroom management
- Test administration
- Claims reports and documentation
- Supervision
- Accuracy and precision
Additional Information
- I have a profound interest for classic Latin & Greek literature, and comparative literature.
- I am currently working on research project dealing with Uruguayan poet Maria Eugenia Vaz Ferreira.
Education and Training
other,Bologna, Italy,other,Calgary, AB,other,Calgary, AB
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
French
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
High School Spanish Teacher
Calgary Catholic School District
09.2023 - 06.2024
Italian Teacher
Calgary Italian School
09.2022 - 12.2024
High School Spanish Teacher
Calgary Board of Education
03.2022 - 06.2023
Teacher Substitute
CSSD & CBE
04.2021 - Current
Poetry Recital
Cervantes Society of America
10.2018 - 10.2018
DELE Examiner/Trainer (A1 - C2)
Cervantes Institute
05.2018 - Current
M.D. - Spanish And Latin American Literature
International University of La Rioja (UNIR)
Bachelor of Education - Second Language Acquisition
University of Calgary
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish & Italian Studies
University of Calgary
DELE - DELE Certified Examiner
Cervantes Institute
Student Exchange - Italian Literature
Alma Mater Studiorum - Università Di Bologna
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