Ian Marcela BRIEBA CRISTANCHO
Language teacher
Hong Kong,Hong Kong SAR
Summary
Experienced language teacher with over a decade of expertise in teaching Spanish and English as foreign and second languages. Passionate about cultivating a global mindset in diverse learners of all ages and cultural backgrounds. Celebrated for outstanding classroom management and teaching strategies that foster an engaging and vibrant learning atmosphere. Advocates a holistic educational approach, focusing on the unique needs of each student. Ready to inspire and innovate in a teaching position for 2026. Currently I reside in Hong Kong but relocating to the South of Europe after June.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Spanish and EAL Teacher
Stamford American School Hong Kong
Hong Kong
08.2021 - 06.2026
- Spanish teacher in low and upper elementary, and middle school.
- Encourage students’ critical thinking and independent idea development
- Plan and lead extracurricular activities (drawing, dance, multisports)
- Teach in a Saturday School program as part of a side project
- Participate in school events, interdisciplinary projects, and international school trips
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Developed and executed the preparation, planning, and delivery of EAL classes and activities for students.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Promoted critical thinking to build subject engagement and interaction.
Spanish and English Teacher
The Oxford Oriental School of Languages
Hong Kong
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Designed the summer program for English and Spanish.
- Innovated in the creation, planning and execution of the standardized exams for Spanish like DELE and in English: STARTERS, MOVERS, FLYERS, KET, PET.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
English Teacher
CAFAM
Bogotá
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Delivered integrated lessons following the CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) approach as part of the bilingual education model at CAFAM School.
- Pioneered the development, organization, and implementation of the inaugural Spelling Contest.
- Guide and implement classroom projects in the role of homeroom teacher
- Designed and implemented assessments to measure student progress in English language learning.
- Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
ACT Asian College of Teachers
Asia04-2026
Master of Physopedagogy - undefined
Universidad Internacional de Valencia
Spain01-2023
Bachelor - teaching Spanish, English, and French
La Salle University
Colombia01-2014
Skills
- Differentiated instructional skills
- Classroom management skills
- Technology integration skills
- Collaboration skills
- Emotional intelligence
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Organizational skills
- Professional networking
- Adaptability
- Individualized support
- Adaptability and flexibility
Websites
Certification
IB MYP Category 1: Language acquisition (2026)
Timeline
Spanish and EAL Teacher
Stamford American School Hong Kong
08.2021 - 06.2026
Spanish and English Teacher
The Oxford Oriental School of Languages
10.2018 - 05.2021
English Teacher
CAFAM
01.2016 - 12.2017
Master of Physopedagogy - undefined
Universidad Internacional de Valencia
Bachelor - teaching Spanish, English, and French
La Salle University
Master of Arts - Educational Psychology
ACT Asian College of Teachers