María Lucía Berenguer Bentancourt
Montevideo
Summary
Knowledgeable English Teacher with strong background in curriculum development and classroom management. Successfully implemented innovative teaching strategies that enhanced student engagement and academic performance. Demonstrated expertise in fostering critical thinking and communication skills in students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
High School English Teacher
St.Patrick´s College
03.2010 - Current
- Subjects: Language B2 First, Literature, Design - Year 7 and Year 9.
- Former Social Studies and General Knowledge teacher.
- MYP teacher
- Enhanced students' critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Developed lesson plans to engage students in learning and foster critical thinking.
Private English Tutor
Self-employed
03.2011 - Current
- Prepare students for Cambridge English exams (B2, C1, C2), focusing on all exam components: Use of English, Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.
- Develop personalized lesson plans and materials to target students' specific weaknesses and enhance exam strategies.
- Assess students' progress through mock exams and provide detailed feedback for improvement.
Highschool English Teacher
Woodlands School
03.2014 - 12.2023
- Support and Coaching
- Assisted lead teachers with classroom management, enhancing learning environment for students.
- Prepared instructional materials to facilitate effective teaching.
High School English Teacher
Wings College
03.2009 - 12.2010
- Former New Zealand School.
- Language and History.
English Teacher
London Institute
07.2008 - 07.2010
- Adults Beginners and Kids 1 and 2 groups.
Education
Teacher Training Course - English
IH London Institute
Montevideo01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Diseño de Interiores
Universidad ORT
Montevideo01.2008
High School Diploma -
Instituto Pre/U
MontevideoColegio Y Liceo Los Pilares
Montevideo01.2001
Skills
- Online teaching
- Personalized Assistance
- Writing instruction
- Effective Classroom Management
- Lesson planning
- Communication skills
- Learning Methodologies
- Collaborative Project Engagement
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/23/85
- Marital Status: Married, 3 kids.
Training
- Ai EdX course
- Interdisciplinary Workshops - Aucbi, 2020-2023
- Webinars on exam preparation, virtual classes and B2 First skills, 2020-2024
- RCP y Primeros Auxilios, 2019
- IB MYP Workshop, 2016
- ABS International Conference, 2012-2013
- Lucrecia Prat Gay, 2011
- Not children any longer... Macmillan, 2010
- Yoga in the English classroom, 2009
- Literacy Education Congress, 2008
- An ELT day for language professionals, 2008
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Highschool English Teacher
Woodlands School
03.2014 - 12.2023
Private English Tutor
Self-employed
03.2011 - Current
High School English Teacher
St.Patrick´s College
03.2010 - Current
High School English Teacher
Wings College
03.2009 - 12.2010
English Teacher
London Institute
07.2008 - 07.2010
Teacher Training Course - English
IH London Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Diseño de Interiores
Universidad ORT
High School Diploma -
Instituto Pre/U
Colegio Y Liceo Los Pilares
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