Resume/CV

Developed an Implementation Plan for the integration of technology into a second language curriculum taking into consideration issues such as technical training, pedagogical and curricular change, individual and group change, and how to overcome these issues

Participated in the development and implementation of a computer-based lab for Second Language Learning (SLL)

Designed a web-based Distance Education course for ESL

Designed, developed, and produced various prototypes of software for SLL

Designed, developed, and produced prototypes of software applications demonstrating the differences between Traditional ISD Theories and Applications and the Constructivist Approach

Design and programming of various Internet web sites

Experience also includes interface and navigation design

Authoring Software
Graphic Design Software
Web Publishing Software
Presentation Software
Word Processing Software

Teacher Trainer
ESL/EFL Teacher
On-Site Director
Assistant Director of Courses
Special Programs Coordinator and Instructor

Developed and gave workshops to train university professors on how to effectively integrate technology and collaborative learning techniques into the curriculum and how to use the Internet as both a teacher resource and a learning tool - para el Servicio de Apoyo a la Docencia Universitaria de la Universidad Autonoma de Madrid

Developed workshops on how to effectively integrate technology into the curriculum for ESL teachers

Trained ESL teachers how to use the computer and the available software

Taught ESL students how to use WordPerfect, e-mail, newsgroups, and the World Wide Web

Taught ESL content courses using the computer and the Internet as the main resource

Taught multi-skill ESL/EFL to adults

Needs assessment and curriculum development for intensive two-week and six-week courses

Developed course and classroom curriculum

Adapted new materials into an existing curriculum

Created lesson plans and exams

Assessed student ability and progress

Coordinated and supervised ESL/EFL teachers and support staff

Other Work History Available Upon Request

Training Express, Madrid, Spain, 2003-2005

Universidad Camilo José Cela, Madrid, Spain, 2003

Universidad Antonio de Nebrija, Madrid, Spain, 2001-2002

Universidad Pontificia Comillas, Madrid, Spain, 2000-2001

Universidad Computense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain, 1999-2000

Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Madrid, Spain, 1998

English Language Institute at George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, 1996-1997

ELS Language Centers, Washington, D.C., 1995

Instituto Internacional, Madrid, Spain, 1994-1995

Universidad de Alcalá de Henáres, Alcalá de Henáres, Spain, 1995

ACHNA-Fundación Ponce de León, Madrid, Spain, 1992-1993

International Language Institute, Washington, D.C., on-site at West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buchanon, West Virginia, 1991

ELS Language Centers International, Madrid, Spain, 1990-1991

ELS Language Centers, Boston, Massachusetts, 1988-1989

ESPRIT DE CORP, San Francisco, California, 1987-1988

Master's in Instructional Technology - degree awarded May 2003
GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY, Fairfax, Virginia
Courses include: Distance Learning Via Networks and Telecommunications, Instructional Design of Technology-Based Educational Materials, Advanced Instructional Design and Development, Emerging Educational Technologies, and Design of Multimedia/Hypermedia Educational Materials

Master's in TESOL - degree awarded December 1996
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, Washington, D.C.
Courses include: Computer Applications for Language Teachers, Teaching Strategies for the Adult Learner, Language Analysis, Language Teaching and Testing, Learning Disabilities and Second Language Learning

Bachelor of Arts - degree awarded March 1985
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT DAVIS, Davis, California
Major: International Relations with emphasis on the Soviet Union
Minor: English Literature

Spanish: Listening and speaking excellent, reading and writing good
French: Minimal

Using the Internet for Second Language Learning, TESOL-Spain Convention, Bilbao, Spain, April 1998.

Using Music as a Learning Tool in the Foreign Language Classroom, CAS Student Research Conference, American University, Washington, D.C., February 1996

Four Ways to Effectively Use E-mail in the ESL/EFL Classroom, WATESOL Convention, Washington, D.C., October 1996

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