Luisa Benion

Introduction: My name is Luisa, and I have a master's degree in Modern languages and a bachelor's in French language from Millersville University and Dickinson College. I have worked as a teacher in several colleges and schools in South America and the United States. I am fluent in both languages since I have a family background in both and able to teach them at a basic, intermediate or advanced levels. I have significant experience teaching foreign languages to American students from 3rd to 11th graders, and such experience allows me to foster a love and appreciation of the Spanish language through French and Hispanic literature and culture. All activities revolve around the four skills of language learning: speaking, writing, listening, and reading. I know I am an excellent asset to any educational institution or individual who is interested in leading their students, himself or herself to achieve a very fluent Spanish or French level, as well as advanced reading and comprehension skills that would give them, him, or her the tools to cope with every day's ordinary situations, and, in some cases, expand to more technical language skills required in certain professions like economics, medical, criminal justice, etc. The following are the institutions I have worked for: * Harrisburg Area Community College * Milton Hershey School * Hanover High School * New Jewish Community High School, where I'm still working I am convinced that serious teachers and tutors are those who are able to expand their knowledge on a particular subject. I offer high-quality language teaching and tutoring which I was able to master. Resume: Luisa Benion * French and Spanish teacher * Over 12 years of teaching experience in high school, preschool, and college levels * Training and development in strong communication and interpersonal skills * Innovative problem-solving skills of accuracy and efficiency * Worked with autistic children for over 1 year * Fluent in Spanish, English, and French * Computer Skills: Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Professional experience: * New Jewish Community High School from 2010 to present, Spanish teacher for the most advanced levels: Espanol 3, Espanol 3 honors, AP Spanish Lengua, and AP Spanish literature * Milton Hershey School, Hershey, PA from 1998 to 2008 French teacher. I have created and implemented a curriculum for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students in Spanish; developed multifaceted lesson plans with exercises and activities geared towards practical application of the language; and fostered a close relationship with each student, spending time, and giving them insights on school requirements and school life. * Harrisburg Area Community College, Harrisburg, PA from 1998 to 2002 Spanish and French teacher: Wrote and implemented daily lesson plans; performed written evaluations geared towards enhancing the college's language programs; took part in school activities, designed to enhance the students' academic, personal, and social growth; liaised with individual students regularly to understand their general interests and needs to be able to adjust the daily lessons and exercises accordingly; and delivered classroom instruction with a heavy emphasis on using the language in everyday situations, and in the students' chosen areas of concentration such as business, accounting, economics, or criminal justice. * Colegio el Bello Gimnasio, Santa Fe de Bogota Colombia from 1993 to 1995 French teacher and counselor: Worked with elementary school children; coordinated and communicated with parents, social workers, teachers and therapists; assessed, evaluated, and documented each student's progress; worked on individual goals to help students become more independent, and function at an age-appropriate level; and trained two teachers in the specialized techniques and skills needed to handle children. * National University, Bogota, Colombia from 1992 to 1994 Assistant Teacher in Economics: Aided economics instructor or professor in classroom management, and through grading papers, preparing presentations, and presenting lectures, while finishing studies as an honor student in the economics program of the university; upgraded teaching and mentoring skills after being tasked to take charge of classroom instruction for students in their 1st and 2nd years in college; and organized and prepared materials for the students' daily activities. Educational Certifications: * Millersville University, Millersville, PA Masters of Arts in Spanish Language and Spanish Literature, 2002 * Dickinson College Bachelors in French * National University, Bogota, Colombia Bachelors in Economics, 1996 * Tadeo University, Colombia Bachelors in International Relations, 1994 * Licensed Real Estate Agent, State of California * Licensed Insurance Agent, State of California and Pennsylvania References and supporting documents are furnished upon request.