Laura García Pérez
Red Deer,AB
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Red Deer Public Schools
Red Deer, AB
08.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated exceptional classroom management and organizational skills by establishing clear expectations, routines, and procedures, while fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment through cultural sensitivity and awareness.
- Implemented W.I.T.S. strategies to develop students’ self-control, problem-solving, and social-emotional skills.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies and technology, including AI tools, to meet diverse student needs and enhance engagement.
- Utilized formative assessments to inform targeted interventions, leading to measurable improvements in students’ English and Spanish literacy outcomes.
- Developed and shared language resources with colleagues to support and enhance instructional activities in both languages, promoting collaboration and improving student learning outcomes.
- Took initiative to translate the new District Math Curriculum into Spanish.
- Led the alignment of Spanish Benchmark levels to reflect students’ abilities and directed the improvement of yearly Spanish plans to scaffold learning more effectively.
- Researched and introduced evidence-based resources, such as Science of Reading strategies, to improve Spanish literacy outcomes.
- Successfully mentored student-teachers to enhance their teaching skills and classroom management techniques.
- Led a presentation on effective second-language instructional resources at the Alberta Spanish Language Teachers Conference (Encuentro de Profesores de Español).
- Actively collaborated with teachers within the school, district, and across the province, including Spanish program leaders.
- Supported teachers, including new staff, with Spanish assignments, cultural projects, assessments, administrative tasks, and grading.
- Engaged in self-reflection and professional development to continuously improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Built strong relationships with all parents, especially families from the Spanish-speaking community, using an understanding of their backgrounds and perspectives to communicate effectively about student progress and well-being.
- Welcomed and engaged parents and community members to volunteer in the classroom, fostering strong school-family partnerships and supporting student learning.
- Built good relationships with members of the International Spanish Academy network (ISA) as a means of maintaining connection and collaboration.
- Promoted the Spanish Program and RDPSD values outside the school.
- Served as ATA School Representative since 2022.
- Served as acting administrator, supporting staff and students in the principal’s absence.
Elementary English Teacher
Col.legi Sant Josep
Reus, Spain
04.2013 - 08.2017
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive curriculum for English language instruction to students from Kindergarten to Grade 12.
- Incorporated technology into classroom lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Implemented innovative, hands-on lessons moving beyond conventional textbook reliance.
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure the best learning environment for all students.
Education
Alberta Principal Certification
University of Alberta
Edmonton06-2024
Master of Arts - Second Language Education
Universidad Europea Del Atlántico
Spain04.2018
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Universidad Internacional De Valencia
Spain07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies Progran
Universitat Rovira I Virgili
Spain06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education + English
Universitat Rovira I Virgili
Spain06.2011
Leadership Program -
Leads Cohort 2025-2027
Red Deer, ABSkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Planning and Differentiated Instruction
- Organizational Skills
- Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Clear Communication Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Creative and Resourceful
- Tenacious and Self-Motivated
Certification
Alberta Teacher Certificate No.3086460
Leadership Issued 2024-Jul-05
Leadership Issued 2024-Jul-05
Languages
- Spanish – Bilingual
- Catalan – Bilingual
- English – Full Professional Proficiency
- German – Elementary
References
- Rafaela Marques - Principal, Escuela Vista Grande
Phone: (403) 872-9007
Rafaela.marques@rdpsd.ab.ca
- Leah Deschenes, Vice-Principal, Escuela Vista Grande
Phone: (403) 872-3913
leah.deschenes@rdpsd.ab.ca
- Hans Huizing - Principal, Aspen Heights Elementary School
Phone: (403)392-8084
Hans.huizing@rdpsd.ab.ca
Timeline
Elementary Spanish Teacher
Red Deer Public Schools
08.2017 - Current
Elementary English Teacher
Col.legi Sant Josep
04.2013 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Second Language Education
Universidad Europea Del Atlántico
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Universidad Internacional De Valencia
Bachelor of Arts - English Studies Progran
Universitat Rovira I Virgili
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education + English
Universitat Rovira I Virgili
Alberta Principal Certification
University of Alberta
Leadership Program -
Leads Cohort 2025-2027