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Elena Grimm

@elenagrimm

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Experienced language educator with expertise in curriculum development.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values innovative teaching methods and collaborative environments.

I am a dedicated language educator with extensive experience in teaching and curriculum development. My journey began with a strong academic foundation in Romance Studies, leading to a PhD at Universität zu Köln, where I focus on discourse analysis related to exile. My professional experience spans various roles, including editorial work and teaching German and Spanish at multiple institutions.

Throughout my career, I have developed both physical and digital language teaching materials, ensuring they meet the needs of diverse learners. I have successfully moderated editorial meetings and independently managed projects, demonstrating my ability to lead and collaborate effectively. My passion for language education is evident in my commitment to creating engaging learning experiences for students of all levels.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Freelance Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language

Current

Freelance

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Provided individual courses including exam preparation and intensive skills training for various clients.

Skills Training Curriculum Design

Editorial Department Employee

telc gGmbH

Oct 2023 - Sep 2023 (-1 years 11 months)

Developed physical and digital language teaching materials, edited and proofread manuscripts, and independently planned and implemented projects including budget and time management. Moderated editorial meetings.

Project Management Editing Proofreading Budgeting

Lecturer for Spanish

IU Internationale Hochschule

Mar 2021 - Aug 2021 (5 months)

Taught Spanish language courses at the A2 level.

Curriculum Development Student Engagement

Freelancer in Editorial Department

telc gGmbH

Feb 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 6 months)

Reviewed and edited textbooks for German as a foreign language and created examination tasks for Spanish. Participated in editorial meetings for exam question reviews.

Textbook Editing Examination Task Creation Editorial Meetings

Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language

Universität zu Köln

Apr 2020 - Mar 2021 (11 months)

Conducted general language and skill-specific courses for students at levels B1 to C1.

Curriculum Development

Lecturer in German as a Foreign Language

IU Internationale Hochschule

Dec 2018 - Aug 2021 (2 years 8 months)

Conducted language courses for students at levels A2 to B2, focusing on German as a foreign language.

Curriculum Development

Lecturer for Spanish Linguistics

Universität zu Köln

Oct 2018 - Mar 2019 (5 months)

Taught the fundamentals of Romance linguistics II.

Linguistics Curriculum Development

Lecturer at I.E.S. en Lenguas Vivas 'J.R.F.'

DAAD

May 2013 - Jul 2018 (5 years 2 months)

Planned and implemented seminars for German as a foreign language and organized entrance exams for the German Department.

Exam Organization Curriculum Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Universität zu Köln

PhD, Linguistics

2018 -

Activities and societies: Supervised by Prof. Dr. Martin Becker.

Currently pursuing a PhD with the working title 'Writing Exile: A Discourse Analytical Perspective on the Constitution and Evolution of the Concept During and After the Last Argentine Dictatorship 1976-1983'.

Otto-Friedrich-Universität

Diplom, Romance Studies

2005 - 2012

Grade: 1.4

Activities and societies: Participated in a semester abroad at Universidad Complutense, Madrid, and completed an internship at Université Marc Bloch, Strasbourg.

Studied Romance Studies with a focus on Spanish, French, and German as a Foreign Language. Achieved a Diplom degree with a grade of 1.4. Also completed the First State Examination for Teaching at Secondary Schools.