Desiree-Ann Bedeau-Phillip
Arouca
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented educator focused on enhancing students' intercultural communicative competence (ICC) through innovative teaching methods. Proven ability to integrate technology into classroom instruction, significantly increasing student engagement and participation. Core competencies include effective communication, cultural sensitivity and creating student-centered learning environments that nurture curiosity and critical thinking. Committed to fostering global citizenship and preparing students for a diverse world.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Teacher III
Bishop Anstey High School
08.2016 - Current
- Design and implement lessons for students aged 11-18, accommodating diverse learning styles
- Integrate digital tools Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams Class Dojo, Padlet & Kahoot into classroom curriculum
- Encourage student participation through interactive activities such as role playing and game-based learning techniques
- Evaluate students' progress and identified areas for improvement
- Administer diverse formative and summative assessments
- Coordinate co-curricular Spanish language club
- Collaborate with Foreign Language department educators to create curriculum approaches
- Coach students on goal setting and decision making to increase academic performance
- Coordinate cultural immersion excursions for student groups exceeding 30
- Engage in ongoing professional development for current educational trends
Head Spanish Teacher
DSS Educational Institute
04.2016 - Current
- Facilitated online Spanish language courses for adults
- Organize cultural events to enhance Spanish proficiency and cultural knowledge
- Trained over 100 professionals in Spanish language proficiency
- Consistently maintained 95-100% pass rate in CSEC exams
- Formed partnerships with Latin American embassies to promote the Spanish language and culture
- Designed and led Conversational Spanish training sessions for corporate teams
- Organize virtual Intercambio sessions for Spanish language practice
- Conducted virtual Spanish Conversational Classes for healthcare practitioners
- Collaborated with credit unions to offer Spanish Conversational Classes to its membership
- Launched a kids' Spanish school aimed at enhancing primary-level bilingual knowledge
- Implemented Bilingües Brillantes program for 11-14-year-olds to enhance Spanish proficiency
- Initiated annual Language Exchange Programme in Panama
- Established partnership with an international educational organization to provide accredited language programmes
- Guided successful immersion tours for over 35 people to Spanish-speaking destinations
Substitute Spanish Teacher
Holy Faith Convent
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Organized classroom activities to facilitate student learning of Spanish language and culture
- Provided individualized instruction to support students in mastering Spanish grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students in Spanish language acquisition
- Assisted students with homework assignments related to Spanish language topics
Drilling Cost Controller
Trinity Exploration & Production Services Ltd.
09.2013 - 09.2015
- Oversaw the allocation of resources for drilling and exploration
- Completed management reports for land and offshore wells
- Created procurement documents for drilling projects
- Guaranteed precise cost allocation from affiliates for drilling projects
- Offered recommendations on budget control systems
Administrative Assistant III
Trinity Exploration & Production Services Ltd.
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Provided Spanish translations for executive communications
- Developed comprehensive Work Breakdown Structure for corporate build-out projects
- Directed corporate build-out initiatives
- Coordinated appointments with external contractors
- Gathered management reports for project stakeholders
- Oversaw daily operations of building systems
- Managed leasing processes, including renewals and terminations
- Generated monthly project expenditure analyses
- Developed and allocated departmental budget
- Oversaw internal and external communication effectively
- Established and managed cost, housing, and fleet databases
- Established policies governing corporate travel, mobile and fleet usage
- Supervised & trained junior level office staff
- Orchestrated corporate events
- Managed executive management's corporate travel plans
Destination Information Services Coordinator
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO (TDC)
04.2010 - 04.2011
- Provided translation services to Spanish-speaking visitors
- Compiled detailed reports highlighting key insights within the tourism industry
- Oversaw and regulated inventory of promotional materials, brochures and newsletters
- Promoted cultural and natural attractions to boost tourism in Trinidad and Tobago
- Oversaw Visitor Guide operations during events
- Oversaw the calendar of events for Trinidad and Tobago
- Organized team building exercises and tourism awareness initiatives
- Arranged lodging and transportation services for dignitaries
- Ensured exceptional hospitality for high-profile customers, such as musicians and film crew
Protocol Officer
07.2009 - 12.2009
- Established and maintained effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate diplomatic communication
- Coordinated travel logistics for visiting dignitaries including flight schedules, hotel bookings and security arrangements
- Provided administrative support for high-level meetings and conferences
- Designated for duty with royal relatives during Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
SPANISH TUTOR
LBSJ AND ASSOCIATES
08.2008 - 06.2009
- Provided individualized instruction in Spanish to meet the needs of students aged 14-18
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching of Modern Foreign Languages (Distinction)
The University of The West Indies
10.2024
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Spanish, Linguistics minor
The University of The West Indies
11.2009
Skills
- Task Management
- Digital Tools
- Attention to Detail
- Driven Professional
- Classroom Management
- Cultural Immersion
- Teaching Methodologies
- Strong communication skills
Certification
- Diplomado - Enseñanza del Español para Extranjeros
- SIELE Certificate of Achievement – International Service for the Evaluation of the Spanish Language
- Certificate – Project Management for Business Professionals
- Certificate – Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Languages
English
Spanish
References
- Mrs. Murella Sambucharan-Mohammed, Lecturer, The University of The West Indies, School of Education, 740-4620
- Ms. Tricia Jollie, Vice Principal (Ag.), Bishop Anstey High School, East, 350-0671
Timeline
Spanish Teacher III
Bishop Anstey High School
08.2016 - Current
Head Spanish Teacher
DSS Educational Institute
04.2016 - Current
Substitute Spanish Teacher
Holy Faith Convent
10.2015 - 07.2016
Drilling Cost Controller
Trinity Exploration & Production Services Ltd.
09.2013 - 09.2015
Administrative Assistant III
Trinity Exploration & Production Services Ltd.
07.2012 - 08.2013
Destination Information Services Coordinator
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO (TDC)
04.2010 - 04.2011
Protocol Officer
07.2009 - 12.2009
SPANISH TUTOR
LBSJ AND ASSOCIATES
08.2008 - 06.2009
Postgraduate Diploma - Teaching of Modern Foreign Languages (Distinction)
The University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Spanish, Linguistics minor
The University of The West Indies
- Diplomado - Enseñanza del Español para Extranjeros
- SIELE Certificate of Achievement – International Service for the Evaluation of the Spanish Language
- Certificate – Project Management for Business Professionals
- Certificate – Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
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