Xiomara DeLuke
@xiomaradeluke
Veteran Spanish and ESL teacher dedicated to bilingual language growth.
What I'm looking for
I’m a veteran Spanish and ESOL teacher with over twenty years of experience, responsible for the direct instruction of Spanish 1 to over 230 students in one school—both virtually and brick and mortar. I engage and encourage students to learn about Spanish and English language and Latin American and American cultures, with a strong focus on exceptional language proficiency in English and Spanish.
Beyond classroom instruction, I’ve served as a Learning Coach and Virtual Educational Leadership Spanish Teacher (Virtual Schools of Excellence), and I lead professional learning initiatives as an ESOL District Inservice Instructor. I’ve also contributed to professional development through roles such as IRFIL Team Captain and District Professional Development Instructor, and I’ve supported collaboration and mentoring through Teachers as Mentors.
My credentials include a Master’s in Spanish/ESOL and World Languages-focused preparation, along with State of Florida and State of Texas Spanish (K-12) certifications. I’m passionate about tailoring instruction, managing workshops for large groups of professionals, and promoting initiatives effectively through cultural sensitivity and bilingual communication.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Spanish Teacher (High School)
Ft Pierce West Prep High School
Aug 2018 - Jun 2021 (2 years 10 months)
Taught Spanish at the high school level, guiding students in Spanish language learning with both in-person and virtual approaches.
Virtual Learning Coach
Virtual Schools of Excellence
Feb 2018 - May 2018 (3 months)
Worked as a Learning Coach and Virtual Educational Leadership Spanish Teacher, supporting virtual instruction and instructional leadership.
Spanish/ESOL Teacher
Palm Bay Academy Charter School
Aug 2017 - Feb 2018 (6 months)
Taught Spanish and ESOL at the middle school level, supporting students’ English language acquisition and cultural understanding.
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
Senior Life Services
Aug 2016 - Nov 2016 (3 months)
Served as a licensed life insurance agent, advising clients on life insurance products and maintaining licensing requirements.
Spanish & ESOL Teacher
Indian River County Schools
Aug 1997 - Jun 2016 (18 years 10 months)
Provided Spanish and ESOL instruction for 18+ years, supporting students’ language acquisition and bilingual literacy. Delivered Spanish 1 instruction to 230+ students across virtual and in-person formats.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts and Science, Spanish and Latin American & Caribbean Studies
Grade: GPA 3.1
Completed a bachelor’s degree with a double major in Spanish and Latin American & Caribbean Studies and a minor in Second Language Acquisition.
Brevard Community College
Associate's Degree
1988 - 1990
Grade: GPA 3.0
Earned an associate's degree at Brevard Community College.
Nova Southeastern University
Master's Degree
Grade: GPA 3.9
Completed a master’s degree at Nova Southeastern University.
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