Selected examples of mentorship, adaptability, and student-centered teaching
Mentorship & Flexibility
Supported a student balancing work, family, and coursework by designing a flexible learning plan with tailored deadlines and structured support. This approach enabled the student to successfully complete the course and graduate.
Creative, applied learning
Created engaging, gamified learning environments using tools like Duolingo and Quizlet, alongside cultural projects such as designing a Costa Rican house in Spanish. Students later credited these approaches with shaping their academic paths.
From classrooms to large-scale collaborative environments
Program coordination
Co-organized the Boston University Conference on Language Development (BUCLD), coordinating programming and logistics for an international conference with hundreds of participants.
Platform training & adaptation
Led the transition of a major international conference to a fully virtual format during COVID-19, training team members on platforms and managing communication across stakeholders.
Digital skills training
Designed and delivered onboarding workshops for 250+ students annually, teaching digital tools, workflows, and academic systems.
Collaborative learning events
Co-organized statewide Spanish conventions, facilitating workshops, competitions, and cultural exchange for students and educators.