Gabriela Cecilia Barbirotto
Teacher / Translator English Spanish
Buenos Aires
Summary
Dynamic educator and translator with extensive experience in fostering student engagement and performance. Excelled in classroom management and creative instruction, enhancing learning through interactive engagement. Proven track record in mentoring, with a flair for developing inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogies. Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal relations, contributing to positive learning environments.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
PRE-FCE Professor
LEEDS SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
03.2024 - Current
- Strengthened student writing, reading and speaking abilities through comprehensive feedback and hands on instruction.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through inclusive teaching strategies and culturally responsive pedagogy.
FCE Professor
CRISTOFORO COLOMBO SCHOOL
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures with focus on the FCE curriculum.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
Head English Professor/KET & PET Exam Preparation
SAN IGNACIO DE LOYOLA SCHOOL
03.2019 - 03.2024
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Checked and assessed student work.
- Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
ESL High School Substitute Professor
SAN FRANCISCO JAVIER SCHOOL
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
- Substitute assignments for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th year students
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Head English Teacher
MARCELINO CHAMPAGNAT SCHOOL
03.2010 - 12.2017
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized attention and feedback on assignments.
- Evaluated student work using both formative and summative assessment tools to track progress over time accurately.
- Established a positive learning environment, fostering open communication between students and teachers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop new curriculum material, ensuring lessons remained relevant and engaging.
- Improved student writing abilities by implementing targeted lesson plans focused on grammar, syntax, and content development.
Translator /Content Editor
PRECISION TRANSLATING SERVICES
01.2000 - 03.2003
Advertising Translator & Coordinator
YOUNG & RUBICAM
05.1997 - 12.1999
- Translated, edited and proofread advertising materials for the Senior Copywriter
Freelance Translator
U.P.I. (United Press International)
01.1994 - 12.1997
- Translation and editing of international news.
Advertising Translator & Coordinator
SONY LATAM
02.1994 - 12.1996
- Translated, edited and supervised the editorial production of the Annual Sony Catalogue and Electronic Products for Latam subsidiaries.
- Assisted the Marketing Manager and CEO of the company.
Editor & Translator
IAC Advertising
02.1992 - 02.1994
- Translated and adapted advertising materials from English into Spanish for the Hispanic market in Latin America.
- Selected freelance writers.
- Edited and supervised all advertising campaigns.
- Coordinated advertising events.
Assistant Public Relations Department
THE WOODLANDS CORPORATION
02.1988 - 01.1992
- Responsible for press releases, event reports and newspaper ads.
- Event Coordinator.
- Provided creative input for yearly real estate events held at The Woodlands.
Assistant and Translator, Science and Econ Counsel
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES
05.1986 - 11.1988
- Coordinated diplomatic events , translation of diplomatic notes, acted as interpreter during visits of U.S. Delegations with Argentine government officials.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Education
Professorship in Higher Education - Profesorado En Docencia Superior
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA NACIONAL
City Of Buenos Aires, Argentina12-2021
Diploma in English in Print Journalism - Print Journalism
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
Coral Gables, Florida, USA05-1992
Public Translation of English And Spanish - Public Translation of English And Spanish
UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA ARGENTINA (UCA)
City Of Buenos Aires, Argentina12-1984
Skills
- Student mentoring
- Online teaching
- Interpersonal relations
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Grading and reporting
- Creative instruction
- Remote instruction
- Multitasking
- Performance evaluations
- Motivation
- Student assessments
- Mentoring students
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
REFERENCES
- San Francisco Javier School / Juan Pablo Naya, Headmaster / +54911 3819-8064
- Marcelino Champagnat School / Viviana Caldentey, English Coordinator / +54114 811-0814 / viviana.caldentey@colegiochampagnat.com.ar
- U.S. Embassy, Buenos Aires, Argentina / Liliana Mancebo Blanco, Head of Protocol / +54115 777-4533
- IAC Advertising Inc. / Ana Maria Fernandez-Haar, former Owner and CEO / amf@amfholdings.com
- IAC Advertising Inc. / Noemi Ricalo, former VP Public Relations and Promotions / nricalo@verizon.net
- Precision Translating Services / Vince de la Vega, CEO / 305 373-7874 / vince@petran.com
Timeline
PRE-FCE Professor
LEEDS SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
03.2024 - Current
FCE Professor
CRISTOFORO COLOMBO SCHOOL
03.2024 - Current
Head English Professor/KET & PET Exam Preparation
SAN IGNACIO DE LOYOLA SCHOOL
03.2019 - 03.2024
ESL High School Substitute Professor
SAN FRANCISCO JAVIER SCHOOL
03.2018 - 03.2019
Head English Teacher
MARCELINO CHAMPAGNAT SCHOOL
03.2010 - 12.2017
Translator /Content Editor
PRECISION TRANSLATING SERVICES
01.2000 - 03.2003
Advertising Translator & Coordinator
YOUNG & RUBICAM
05.1997 - 12.1999
Advertising Translator & Coordinator
SONY LATAM
02.1994 - 12.1996
Freelance Translator
U.P.I. (United Press International)
01.1994 - 12.1997
Editor & Translator
IAC Advertising
02.1992 - 02.1994
Assistant Public Relations Department
THE WOODLANDS CORPORATION
02.1988 - 01.1992
Assistant and Translator, Science and Econ Counsel
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES
05.1986 - 11.1988
Professorship in Higher Education - Profesorado En Docencia Superior
UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLOGICA NACIONAL
Diploma in English in Print Journalism - Print Journalism
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
Public Translation of English And Spanish - Public Translation of English And Spanish
UNIVERSIDAD CATOLICA ARGENTINA (UCA)
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