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SherryLynn Risso

Buenos Aires

Summary

Successful English Teacher with expertise in building engaging lesson plans and communicating ideas to foster student comprehension. Expert in adapting course materials to meet established standards and individual academic capabilities. Well-versed in motivating students to meet learning objectives. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level translator position. Ready to help team achieve company goals, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

English Teacher

Instituto Pio XII
2017.05 - Current
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
  • Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
  • Designed and facilitated group projects to foster teamwork and problem-solving skills.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.

English Teacher

Hey-Day Institute
2010.04 - 2016.12
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson content for literature pieces to meet diverse learning styles.
  • Designed exams to test fluency in reading, writing, speaking and comprehension of English language.
  • Evaluated student progress to offer recommendations for further development.
  • Graded students work based on completion, timeliness and accuracy and kept detailed records of grades.

Bilingual Executive Secretary

TOTAL
1997.03 - 2009.08
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.

Contracts Administrator

TOTAL
1997.03 - 2009.08
  • Gathered information on subcontractor pricing for project development.
  • Liaised with financial managers to facilitate business development initiatives.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in data entry, contract modification and billing.
  • Implemented improvements to contract generation process to increase efficiency.
  • Determined final quality and acceptance of contractor work and operations.
  • Adhered to legal and contractual requirements for compliant contract processes.
  • Prepared and issued reports on contract performance and compliance.
  • Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.

Bilingual Assistant

Chuavco Resources (Pioneer)
1994.11 - 1997.03
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Updated database of contacts and resources for company-wide distribution.
  • Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
  • Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
  • Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
  • Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.

Education

No Degree - English Scientific And Literary Translation

Universidad El Salvador
Buenos Aires Argentina

Instituto Superior Pio XII
Avellaneda, Buenos Aires
12.2020

Skills

  • Exam Proctoring
  • Parent Communication
  • Records Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Online Instruction
  • Team Teaching
  • Technology Integration
  • Faculty Collaboration
  • Lesson Planning
  • Creative Writing
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Learning Management Systems

Languages

English, Spanish
Native language
Italian
Elementary
A2
French
Elementary
A2

Timeline

English Teacher

Instituto Pio XII
2017.05 - Current

English Teacher

Hey-Day Institute
2010.04 - 2016.12

Bilingual Executive Secretary

TOTAL
1997.03 - 2009.08

Contracts Administrator

TOTAL
1997.03 - 2009.08

Bilingual Assistant

Chuavco Resources (Pioneer)
1994.11 - 1997.03

No Degree - English Scientific And Literary Translation

Universidad El Salvador

Instituto Superior Pio XII
SherryLynn Risso