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Alessandra Giancaterino

Alessandra Giancaterino

Scotter,Lincolnshire

Summary

Dedicated online tutor with expertise in various online tutoring tools and a supportive teaching style. Exceptional verbal communication and interpersonal skills facilitate a student-centred approach tailored to individual learning needs. Proficient in multimedia use for teaching, fostering an engaging and effective learning environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

PRACTICUM TUTOR – Spanish as a Foreign Language

University UNIR
Logroño, Spain
2023.03 - Current
  • Assisted in training of future teachers of Spanish as second language by supporting their theoretical and practical learning (96 hours practicum per trainee).
  • Facilitated understanding of effective methodologies in professional contexts to enable students to compare and apply acquired knowledge.
  • Encouraged development of personal and collaborative skills essential for teaching careers.

TEACHER EDUCATOR AND PRACTICUM SUPERVISOR

University of Nebrija
Madrid, Spain
2021.03 - Current
  • Supervised over 30 trainee teachers from master’s degree in teaching Spanish as a foreign language (ELE) during online and face-to-face teaching practice (150 hours practicum per trainee).
  • Supported trainee teachers in analysing and selecting appropriate methodologies and resources for teaching Spanish vocabulary and grammar.
  • Assisted trainees in recognising phonetic, orthographic, and communicative difficulties faced by non-native Spanish learners.
  • Facilitated planning of effective lessons and design of comprehension activities for learners at varying proficiency levels.

FREELANCE TRANSLATOR (Spanish and Italian)

Self-Employed
, Spain / Italy / England
2006.10 - Current
  • Validated document accuracy with thorough proofreading skills from English to Spanish and/or Italian.
  • Handled literary translations, preserving original tone and style (including 10 books and websites).
  • Provided translation services for enhanced cross-cultural communication.
  • Translated technical manuals to aid user comprehension.
  • Proofread translated materials, ensuring high-quality final products.

ONLINE SPANISH TEACHER

Self-Employed (ClassGap / First Tutors)
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2018.01 - 2022.11
  • Incorporated real-life scenarios into hundred lessons, facilitating practical application of learned concepts in daily conversations.
  • Utilised audio-visual aids to enhance student's listening skills in Spanish language.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring to students requiring additional help in Spanish language studies.
  • Prepared students for A-level and GCSE exams, keeping close knowledge of curriculum.

ONSITE SPANISH & ITALIAN TUTOR

Self-Employed
Barcelona / London, Spain / England
2006.03 - 2012.09
  • Delivered Italian and Spanish language instruction to business professionals.
    Supported library-led conversational groups for expatriates.
    Facilitated exam preparation sessions for language proficiency.
  • Delivered teaching services to multiple companies, enhancing employee skills and knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Translation and Interpreting -

University of Pompeu Fabra (UPF)
Barcelona, Spain
2000.09 - 2004.07

Postgraduate Certificate on Pedagogy Proficiency - Pedagogy

Univeristy of Barcelona (UB)
Barcelona, Spain
2004.09 - 2005.06

Skills

  • Verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability to learner needs
  • Online tutoring tools mastery
  • Student-centred approach
  • Supportive teaching style
  • Multimedia use for teaching

Languages

Spanish
Native
Italian
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
Catalan
Intermediate
Latin
Upper intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PRACTICUM TUTOR – Spanish as a Foreign Language

University UNIR
2023.03 - Current

TEACHER EDUCATOR AND PRACTICUM SUPERVISOR

University of Nebrija
2021.03 - Current

ONLINE SPANISH TEACHER

Self-Employed (ClassGap / First Tutors)
2018.01 - 2022.11

FREELANCE TRANSLATOR (Spanish and Italian)

Self-Employed
2006.10 - Current

ONSITE SPANISH & ITALIAN TUTOR

Self-Employed
2006.03 - 2012.09

Postgraduate Certificate on Pedagogy Proficiency - Pedagogy

Univeristy of Barcelona (UB)
2004.09 - 2005.06

Bachelor's Degree in Translation and Interpreting -

University of Pompeu Fabra (UPF)
2000.09 - 2004.07
Alessandra Giancaterino