Carolina Rosales Waters

waterscou@gmail.com; crosales@oakland.edu; carolinarwaters.weebly.com

Objective
Obtaining a teaching position that utilizes my skills and life experiences for teaching Spanish and English as a Second
Language. As a confident, committed and resourceful Hispanic teacher, I strive to help students reach their full potential in
times of globalization and an increasing need of cultural awareness. I intend to do so by enabling a positive and enriching
experience through the implementation of various teaching methods, and the coordination with other teachers to work on
interdisciplinary units that align with No Child Left Behind goals and standards.
Certification
Michigan Initial Secondary Education Teaching Certificate
Spanish (FF) K-12
English as a Second Language (NS) 6-12
Education
Oakland University; Rochester, MI
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and Literature; English as a Second Language Endorsement
GPA 3.92/4.0; Summa Cum Laude and Departmental Honors; Deans list 2012-2013
Ibero-American University (Universidad Iberoamericana); Mexico City, Mexico
Master of Arts in Communication
GPA 9.37/10.0; Recognized with honors for thesis work
Pontifical and Catholic University of Peru (Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru); Lima, Peru
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
GPA 15.5/20.0; Top third of academic performance
Teaching Experience
Substitute Teacher: (PESG); Utica High School; Grades 9-12, Utica, MI; 2015-2106
Requested as a substitute to teach Spanish I and II by Kimberly Hodsdon, cooperating teacher
Managed High School classes and implemented teacher lesson plans
Recorded students behavior, assessed their progress and communicated concerns with teacher
Student Teacher: Utica High School; Grades 9-12, Utica, MI; 2015-2016
Facilitated learning of three sections of Spanish I, one section of Spanish II and one section of English as a Second
Language, level 4, using student-centered lessons and culturally infused activities
Created activities that show the relationship between language and culture in everyday life based on personal
experiences derived from being born and raised in Peru, and living in Mexico for eight years
Established classroom behavior expectations and conferenced with individual students when necessary to minimize
classroom management issues
Modified curriculum, task goals and assessments for Spanish I students with special needs
Modified curriculum for English Language Learners in the Spanish I, II and ESL classroom by explaining the concept
in simpler steps, translating the concepts in students native language or using additional visual aids when necessary
Conferenced with parents about students behavior and accomplishments in the classroom and answered to parents
concerns through e-mail
Assisted students with preparation for the ACT and PSAT standardized testing by providing and modeling various
reading strategies while working on level appropriate texts in the target language (Spanish)
Familiar with the WIDA Test content and proctoring procedure
Proficient in Educational Technology: Power School, Quizlet, Schoology, Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Google
Docs, Moodle, Prezi, Weebly, iMovie, Edmodo and Twitter. Familiar with Data Director
Tutored Spanish students before, after school or during prep hour
Head ESL Tutor at Hispanic Outreach: Auburn Elementary, Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac, Walton Charter
Academy and Alcott Elementary; Grades 1-5, diverse locations, MI; March 2013- June 2015
Tutored Hispanic elementary school children, and assisted with school homework

Prepared folders filled with extra Math and ELA materials for each student according to their grade, learning needs and
goals
Corresponded with parents, the program coordinator at the school, Hispanic Outreach, and assessment specialists so
each child could show year-long improvement, thus keeping the program funded
Conferenced with parents after tutoring in regards to students accomplishments, areas of improvement and behavioral
issues during tutoring
Served as interpreter between parents or children and peer tutors when necessary
Field Experiences:
Abbott Middle School; Grades 7-8, West Bloomfield Hills, MI; Summer 2015
20 hours of AVID and Spanish Middle School classroom observation and interaction with cooperating teachers Mr.
Joseph Chagnon (AVID tutorial class) and Mrs. Eugene Morrissey (Spanish I class), and students
AVID Tutor: Tutored assigned students taking an active role in developing the academic and personal strengths of
AVID students, and conferenced with cooperating teacher about developing AVID strategies, the tutorial process,
fostering personal pride in the students and best classroom management practices
Designed a PowerPoint presentation infused with pictures and videos of a recent trip to Peru to teach an engaging mini
lesson about Peruvian native foods and crafts, touristic places in Cusco-Peru, and the dynamics of being bilingual
Romeo Middle School and Romeo High School; Grades 7-8 and 9-12, Romeo, MI; Winter 2015
30 hours of Middle School and High School Spanish classroom observation and interaction with cooperating teacher
Mrs. Carmela Tringali and students
Assisted cooperating teacher in facilitating the learning of one section of Spanish I and one section of Spanish II
students by teaching several mini lessons that featured grammar focused, listening and speaking activities tailored to
units learning standards and objectives
Conferenced with teacher about best classroom management and lesson planning strategies for student-centered lessons
and activities
Reuther Middle School; Grades 7-8, Rochester, MI; Winter 2014
50 hours of Middle School Spanish and World Language observation and interaction with students and cooperating
teacher Mrs. Laura Castonia
Used her personal background and experiences as a Peruvian woman to developed an authentic mini lesson about the
family based on personal relationships, family pictures and chapter learning objectives
Conferenced with cooperating teacher about best practices in regards to lesson planning and classroom management
E.S.L. Practicum: Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac; Grades 8-12, Pontiac, MI; Summer 2013
Co-taught ESL to Middle School and High School students for 14 hours a week during one month
Designed ESL curriculum customized with state standards and maintained a portfolio for each each ELL learner
Planned engaging lessons and activities for ELL learners, and assessed students formally and informally on a daily
basis
Teaching Experience Abroad
Special lecturer in Communication Studies: Anahuac University; undergraduate level, Mexico City, Mexico; 2010-2011
Facilitated learning of Evolution of Thought in Communication, Theory of Knowledge applied to Communication,
Communication Theories in Latin America, Structuralism applied to Communication Studies and Introduction to
Cultural Studies at a private, Catholic university
Developed curriculum and assessments according to faculty expectations and federal regulations
Lead groups of up to 35 undergraduate students
Preparatory School ESL Teacher: Monterrey Institute of Higher Studies (ITESM); Grades 9-12, Mexico City, Mexico; 20102011
Facilitated learning of intermediate and advanced ESL courses at a private preparatory school using Total Immersion
Received ongoing training through workshops sponsored by the institution in order to create learning tools and aids to
better facilitate the learning process
Designed ESL curriculum for each class level customized with state and school standards
Assisted students with preparation for the TOEFL PBT standardized testing by providing and modeling various
reading, listening and writing strategies while working on level appropriate texts in the target language (English)
Lead groups of up to 25 students and assisted learners with difficulties through personalized counsel
Proctored TOEFL PBT at the end of each semester
Adult ESL Teacher: University for the Entrepreneurial and Pedagogical Development (UNIVDEP); adult learners, Mexico
City, Mexico; 2009-2010

Facilitated learning of basic and intermediate ESL courses at a private university to satisfy the English ability
requirements of UNIVDEP undergraduate programs
Designed ESL curriculum and assessments customized with state and school standards
Lead small and medium groups of up to 20 students
Adult ESL Teacher: Harmon Hall Santa Fe; adult learners, Mexico City, Mexico; 2008
Facilitated learning of basic, intermediate, advanced and proficiency English courses at a private school using Total
Immersion and the Touchstone series by Cambridge University Press
Received ongoing training through in-services and workshops and created learning tools to better facilitate the learning
process
Lead small, medium and large groups of up to 25 students and assisted students with difficulties through personalized
counsel
Teacher Assistant at Estudios Generales Letras: Pontifical and Catholic University of Peru (PUCP); undergraduate level,
Lima, Peru; 2000-2004
Assisted in Logic and Epistemology, Ethics, Themes of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy, Themes of Modern
Philosophy, Argumentation and Academic Research
Coordinated structure and content of the class with the leading professor
Presented and analyzed the chosen texts with the students
Skills and Interests
Native speaker of Spanish
Eager to sponsor student organizations such as Spanish and ESL clubs and cultural awareness groups
Interested in organizing after school tutoring sessions to provide students with additional help
Interested in participating in the organization of classroom trips to enrich the Spanish curriculum
Homecoming Chaperone Utica High School; 2015
Spanish Tutor Utica High School; 2015-2016
ACT and PSAT proctor Utica High School; 2016
TOEFL PBT proctor ITESM Prep School, Mexico City; 2010-2011
AVID Tutor Abbott Middle School; 2015
First Aid CPR AED certified; 2015
Spanish Team Teacher - Oakland University Gear Up For Language Program; 2013-2014
Student Research Colloquium Participant Oakland University, Department of Modern Languages; 2013
Spanish Tutor Oakland Universitys Academic Skills Center; 2012-2013
Spanish Translator and Interpreter Oakland University; Justo Bolekia Bolek Seminar and Noche Literaria; 2013
Volunteer at Hispanic Outreach/Southeast Catholic Charities of Michigan ESL tutor; 2012
Private Spanish Tutor Notre Dame Preparatory School and Marist Academy students; 2014-2016
References
Kimberly Hodsdon, Utica High School Spanish Teacher
Carmela Tringali, Powell Middle School Spanish Teacher
Margaret Mandl, Oakland University Student-teaching Supervisor
Viviana Cornejo, ESL tutor coordinator at Hispanic Outreach
Cecilia Saenz-Roby, Oakland University Associate Professor of Spanish

kimberly.hodsdon@uticak12.org
carmela.tringali@romeo.k12.mi.us
mandl@oakland.edu
cornejov@ccsem.org
saenzrob@oakland.edu