Melina Salazar
Leonardtown
Summary
Skilled Instructional Technology Specialist with background in designing and implementing educational technology programs. Strengths include understanding of current technology trends, ability to integrate new technologies into curriculum, and development of training materials for faculty and students. Previous work has resulted in enhanced learning experiences through the effective use of technology.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
World Language Teacher
Charles County Public Schools & St. Mary’s County Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
- Deliver challenging, engaging, and effective lessons that foster language acquisition and critical thinking.
- Integrate technology seamlessly into instruction to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Cultivate strong relationships with students, parents, and the community to support educational goals.
- Directed academic progress of 200 students annually, increasing overall achievement through targeted support and detailed record-keeping.
- Serve as sponsor and lead for Global Citizens Club and LHS Book Club, overseeing logistics, member engagement, event planning, fundraising, and strategic club initiatives.
- Coordinated fundraisers, prom events, and community outreach initiatives, enhancing school spirit and community involvement.
- Executed community events such as library visits, international night presentations, and fundraisers.
Certification Compliance and Sustainability Lead
SaySa Coffee Group. SA
01.2010 - 01.2024
- Led efforts to ensure certification compliance for national and international coffee exports, adhering to Rainforest Alliance, Essential Costa Rica, and Made in Naranjo standards.
- Coordinated documentation and audits for sustainability and ethical trade certifications, ensuring compliance and promoting accountability.
- Collaborated with producers and internal teams to implement best practices that promote environmental and social responsibility and readiness for certification.
- Monitored shipment timelines and compliance checkpoints to mitigate risks of delays and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Supported export compliance by tracking shipments and ensuring adherence to international trade and agricultural export requirements.
- Established partnerships with brands and rescue centers, resulting in 3 partnerships transitioning to production.
- Served as the company spokesperson for community engagement initiatives, representing the organization at events, presentations, and partner collaborations.
6th Grade ESOL Teacher
English Language Learner Summer Academic Program (DCPS)
01.2017 - 08.2019
Spanish Teacher
Johns Hopkins University, Center for Talented Youth
01.2018 - 01.2019
Service Learning and Poetry Coach
DC Scores
01.2016 - 01.2018
Spanish Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Instructional Technology
Towson University
Towson, MD05-2026
GLOBE Fellowship -
DCPS World Language Department
Washington, DC01-2018
English Teaching Specialization - Collaborative Writing
University of Costa Rica
San Jose01-2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - ESOL Teaching PreK-12
University of Costa Rica
San Jose01-2014
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Costa Rica
San Jose 08-2012
Skills
- Language acquisition
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Educational technology
- Project management
- Event planning
- Community outreach
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
World Language Teacher
Charles County Public Schools & St. Mary’s County Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
Spanish Teacher
Johns Hopkins University, Center for Talented Youth
01.2018 - 01.2019
6th Grade ESOL Teacher
English Language Learner Summer Academic Program (DCPS)
01.2017 - 08.2019
Service Learning and Poetry Coach
DC Scores
01.2016 - 01.2018
Spanish Teacher
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS)
01.2015 - 01.2018
Certification Compliance and Sustainability Lead
SaySa Coffee Group. SA
01.2010 - 01.2024
Master of Science (M.S.) - Instructional Technology
Towson University
GLOBE Fellowship -
DCPS World Language Department
English Teaching Specialization - Collaborative Writing
University of Costa Rica
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - ESOL Teaching PreK-12
University of Costa Rica
Associate of Science - Business Administration
University of Costa Rica