Cristina Castillo Artuch

Spanish senior lecturer and coordinator with experience in curriculum development, course design, mentoring and project and team-management. Motivated to advance my career as a lecturer and administrator.

Work Experience

January 2017 – December 2023 

Spanish Senior Lecturer and Coordinator 

Wingate University, North Carolina, USA               

Curriculum development and instruction:

• Designed Content-Based and Language programs to actively engage students and develop strong communicative skills.
• Developed and delivered various courses in face-to-face, blended, and remote formats, including Elementary and Intermediate Spanish, Spanish for Specific Purposes, and History and Culture of Spain.
• Developed and administered assessments to measure student progress and proficiency levels accurately, including diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments.
• Evaluated textbooks and resources to select appropriate materials for courses, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives.

Course coordination and team management:

• Coordinated Intermediate Spanish courses and directed Spanish for Health Professionals program, overseeing course delivery and management.
• Designed and led professional development initiatives, department and course meetings. 
• Led program implementation, including innovation plans, study abroad and internship programs, ensuring smooth function and adherence to standards.
• Served on the Student Success Committee, assisting national and international students and faculty with course placement and academic support.
• LMS content creator and administrator (Canvas).
• Evaluated and enhanced program effectiveness through continuous assessment and implemented changes to improve outcomes.

Training and coaching: 

• Provided comprehensive guidance and training to instructors, ensuring the adoption of effective teaching practices such as flipped classroom, differentiated instruction, and project-based learning.
• Acted as a technology consultant with expertise in educational sites and LMSs.
• Conducted faculty evaluations based on performance rubrics, offering constructive feedback to promote professional growth and continuous improvement.

Work Experience (continued)

January 2017 – May 2017

English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor

Central Piedmont Community College, North Carolina, USA

Intermediate ESL language instructor:

• Designed lessons using project-based learning and flipped classroom approaches, resulting in increased student engagement.
• Utilized interactive activities and real-life scenarios to enhance communication skills.
• Provided individualized feedback and support, significantly improving students' language proficiency and communication abilities.
• Fostered a communicative classroom environment, encouraging active participation and effective language practice.

Computer-assisted multi-level ESL instructor:

• Created interactive, task-based learning lessons to effectively improve language proficiency across various levels.
• Utilized technology to develop engaging learning materials, accommodating diverse learning needs and proficiency levels.
• Implemented strategies to foster a supportive learning environment, boosting student participation and progress.

Ph.D. in Language and Communication (In progress)
Hellenic American University, USA

• Specialization: Second Language Education and Intercultural and Professional Communication

Master’s Degree in Spanish Language, History, and Culture of Spain (2013)
Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca, Spain

• Thesis: AICLE en la enseñanza de español para extranjeros: una propuesta educativa de historia de España y español combinadas.
  • Published at Fidescu (Fundación para la investigación y desarrollo de la cultura española), October 2013.
  • Description: Developed a project integrating teaching Spanish and the history of Spain simultaneously for college students learning Spanish as a second language.