Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
IB Workshops and professional development
References
Timeline
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Samir Jha

Samir Jha

Jaipur

Summary

Experienced and dedicated IB DP and IGCSE Spanish language educator with over 10 years of teaching experience. Proven track record of fostering language acquisition and cultural understanding in students, resulting in consistent high achievement across IB DP and IGCSE Spanish exams. Demonstrates a strong commitment to integrating modern AI tools and digital technology to enhance student engagement and language proficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Spanish Language Department

Jayshree Periwal International School
Jaipur
12.2015 - Current
  • Spearhead the Spanish department for IB DP and IGCSE as the Head of Department (HOD), effectively implementing curriculum strategies aligned with IB standards
  • Achieved high student success rates, with many students attaining scores of 6 or 7 in IB DP Spanish AB Initio and Spanish B SL, and A
  • And A grades in IGCSE Spanish
  • Maintain exceptional accuracy in grading and assessment, including Internal Oral Assessments (IOA), consistently aligning with IB expectations
  • Assisted in IB inspection processes, preparing necessary documentation for Spanish department accreditation, successfully supporting three IB inspections from 2015 to 2024
  • Mentor and guide new Spanish faculty on IB curriculum and best teaching practices, ensuring a cohesive approach to language education within the department
  • Strengthen relationships with students, parents, and the broader school community to support language learning and cultural appreciation
  • Student Advisor for the Wharton Global High School Investment Competition, University of Pennsylvania, currently mentoring 15 students for the 2024-2025 competition

Freelance Spanish Translator and Interpreter

Various Industries
01.2012 - 03.2015
  • Delivered accurate, culturally sensitive translations and interpretation services across various sectors, including export and IT industries
  • Developed strong client relationships through effective communication, editing, and proofreading, ensuring high satisfaction and reliability

Education

Spanish - DELE C1 -

Instituto Cervantes,
Embassy Of Spain, New Delhi,
07-2015

Integrated B.Tech + MBA -

NIMS University
04-2015

Class 12 Board Exams - CBSE

Rose Public School
03-2007

Class 10 Board Exams - CBSE

Woodbine Modern School
03-2005

Skills

  • AI in Education – Expert in utilizing various AI tools, including ChatGPT-4, Gemini, and Claude, to support Spanish language acquisition through digital learning platforms
  • Skilled in utilizing the IB InThinking website, Hodder Boost, ManageBac, Google applications, Microsoft 365, School Knot, MySchoolApp, Camtasia, Snagit, Coggle, Audacity, and Canva

IB Workshops and professional development

  • Concept-Based Teaching and Learning (CBTL) Curriculum Workshop – Applied advanced strategies to foster deeper understanding through concept-based approaches in language acquisition.
  • IB Category 1 & 2 Workshops (Spanish Ab Initio) – Equipped with comprehensive methodologies and strategies for IB DP Spanish language instruction.
  • ATL’s & ATT workshop: Learned to apply ATT’s as vehicles to transmit ATL’s along with knowledge of content and deep conceptual understanding of the material presented.
  • SEE Learning (Emory University) – Professional development focused on social, emotional, and ethical learning.
  • Chat GPT 4 workshop – Creating Bots for giving detailed feedback to students based on the IB rubrics.
  • Spanish Facilitator (SAIBSA) – Participated as a Spanish facilitator for the South Asia IB Schools Association in 2016 and 2017.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Head of Spanish Language Department

Jayshree Periwal International School
12.2015 - Current

Freelance Spanish Translator and Interpreter

Various Industries
01.2012 - 03.2015

Spanish - DELE C1 -

Instituto Cervantes,

Integrated B.Tech + MBA -

NIMS University

Class 12 Board Exams - CBSE

Rose Public School

Class 10 Board Exams - CBSE

Woodbine Modern School
Samir Jha