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Ian Marcela BRIEBA CRISTANCHO

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
Asia
04-2026

Master of Physopedagogy - undefined

Universidad Internacional de Valencia
Spain
01-2023

Bachelor - teaching Spanish, English, and French

La Salle University
Colombia
01-2014

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
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