JUAN DAVID DE ARA LOPEZ
Hua Hin
Summary
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Spanish Teacher
Hua Hin International School
8 2023 - Current
- Company Overview: International school in Thailand
- Evidence of outstanding teaching and high expectations from students
- Experience in making the curriculum accessible and relevant
- Effective classroom practice concerning behavior management
- Experience in taking a lead role in the assessment of pupil progress and achievement
- Excellent Knowledge of the UK Curriculum
- AB and Language B expertise
- Trips and event organizer
- Helping alongside the HoD to help students achieve best results
- International school in Thailand
Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Colchester Academy
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Company Overview: Secondary high school in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
- Evidence of outstanding teaching and high expectations from students
- Experience in making the curriculum accessible and relevant
- Effective classroom practice concerning behavior management
- Experience in taking a lead role in the assessment of pupil progress and achievement
- Excellent Knowledge of the UK Curriculum
- High-quality planning and assessing to ensure all students make progress
- Secondary high school in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
Spanish Teacher
Colchester Academy
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Company Overview: Secondary high school in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
- Accountable for the highest standard of students' attainment within all groups taught
- Planning and preparing scheme of work and lessons
- Appropriate marking of work, giving students clear guidance and how to improve
- Assessing, recording, and reporting on the development, progress, and attainment of students by the Academy Policy
- Helping the Head of the Department to improve the results on GCSE by creating language clubs and covering lessons
- Secondary high school in Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom
Primary and P.E. Teacher: Internship
CEIP La Luz
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: Tenerife, Spain
- Actively participated in induction and managed my training
- Proposed new activities and approaches for the betterment of the lessons, proof of initiative, and independence
- Designed sessions in advance and with clear goals, which were always successfully achieved
- Tenerife, Spain
Primary and P.E. Teacher: Internship
CEIP Punta Brava
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Company Overview: Tenerife, Spain
- Planned diverse activities to avoid demotivation and lack of enthusiasm
- Participated in monthly review meetings, contributing to planning and decision-making projects
- Evaluated my contribution in the classes as an example of critical thinking, making judgments of my work
- Tenerife, Spain
Education
DEGREE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION -
University of La Laguna
09.2012 - 06.2017
Skills
Progress Reporting
Lesson Planning
Group and individual instruction
Native Spanish fluency
Classroom Management
Continuous professional development
Cultural Awareness
Creative Lesson Design
Faculty Collaboration
Curriculum Development
Google Classroom
Effective Communication
Training
- Máster de formación permanente internacional en enseñanza de español en múltiples contextos, ongoing
- Ab Initio Spanish, 2024
- Ib Professional Development, 2024
- An Introduction to Speech, Language, and Communication, 2022
- GCSE Spanish: Supporting student exam preparation, 2022
References
Available upon request.
Additional Information
- During summer 2024, I started a INTERNATIONAL MASTER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN: Teaching Spanish in multiple contexts. Teaching adults, teaching teenagers and children, and online teaching. ELE Internacional in collaboration with La Universidad Europea de Miguel de Cervantes.
- Teaching IB Spanish Diploma.
- Trip Leader FOBISIA under 15 in Thailand.
- Event Leader: The International Culture Celebration at Hua Hin International School.
- Residential trip teacher.
- Padel instructor for teachers.
- Football Coach for KS4.
- Mexico project: Speaking lesson in between students from Thailand and Mexico. School collaboration.
Certification
NTERNATIONAL MASTER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN Teaching Spanish in multiple contexts - ELE internacional - Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes
Hobbies
In my free time, I actively engage in a variety of sports, including football, beach volleyball, padel, and basketball. These activities not only keep me physically fit but also enhance my teamwork and leadership abilities. I am also dedicated to my fitness routine, regularly attending the gym and participating in CrossFit, where I appreciate the challenge of pushing my limits and achieving personal goals. Additionally, I find joy in reading while listening to music, as it provides a perfect blend of relaxation and creativity. My passion for hiking and traveling allows me to explore new environments and cultures, enriching my perspective on the world. Together, these hobbies contribute to my personal development and help me maintain a balanced, active lifestyle that I believe is vital for professional success.
Timeline
NTERNATIONAL MASTER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN Teaching Spanish in multiple contexts - ELE internacional - Universidad Europea Miguel de Cervantes
08-2024
SPANISH TEACHER IB
03-2023
Head of Modern Foreign Languages
Colchester Academy
07.2020 - 07.2023
Spanish Teacher
Colchester Academy
09.2018 - 07.2020
Primary and P.E. Teacher: Internship
CEIP La Luz
12.2015 - 06.2016
Primary and P.E. Teacher: Internship
CEIP Punta Brava
12.2014 - 06.2015
DEGREE IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION -
University of La Laguna
09.2012 - 06.2017
Spanish Teacher
Hua Hin International School
8 2023 - Current
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