Elizabeth Pantoja Aguilar
Cusco
Summary
I hold a Master's degree in Bilingual Education with a specialization in Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). Since 2016, I have taught English in various settings, including schools and adult education, focusing on academic English, communicative competence, and test preparation for TOEFL and Cambridge.
My experience includes academic coordination, curriculum design, teacher training, and mentoring. I emphasize a student-centered approach that integrates active methodologies and educational technology.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of the English Department
Andino Cusco International School
Cusco, Peru
02.2023 - Current
- Academic leadership of the English department.
- Institutional curriculum redesign ensuring skills progression and coherence.
- Classroom observation, pedagogical mentoring, and teacher feedback.
- Teacher training in active methodologies, CLIL, and digital tools.
- Implementation of competency-based assessment and rubrics.
- Integration of interdisciplinary projects.
- Teacher preparation for Cambridge examinations.
- Integration of international coursebooks (Guess What! and Think – Cambridge).
Private English Tutor
01.2016 - 12.2024
- TOEFL preparation
- Academic writing
- Oral communication
- Personalized instruction.
Secondary English Teacher
Andino Cusco International School
Cusco, Peru
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans that enhanced student engagement.
- Facilitated discussions and critical analysis of texts, promoting higher-order thinking among students.
- Assessed student performance using various evaluation methods, ensuring accurate measurement of academic progress.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that connected English with other subject areas.
- Differentiated instruction for diverse learners, providing tailored support for individual student needs and objectives.
English Teacher – Intermediate and Advanced Levels
ICPNA Cusco
Cusco, Peru
01.2016 - 12.2022
- Teaching of communicative English to adolescents and young adults.
- Development of speaking, writing, reading, and listening skills.
- Design of a specialized TOEFL preparation course.
- Creation of digital learning materials using Quizlet, Wordwall, Padlet, Mentimeter, and Kahoot.
Academic and Administrative Advisor
International Education Institute (IEI)
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Student counseling for overseas studies, academic document translation.
TOEFL Coach and English Instructor
International Education Institute (IEI)
Cusco, Peru
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Comprehensive preparation for all TOEFL sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing).
- Academic writing workshops and speaking strategy sessions.
- Diagnostic assessments and academic advising for students pursuing international studies.
Executive of Communications and Sales
Proyecto Perú Centre
10.2014 - 01.2016
- International client management, interviews in English, program coordination.
Management Assistant
Chocomuseo S.A.C.
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Administrative management, financial control, international customer service.
Education
Master’s Degree - Bilingual Education (CLIL Specialization)
Universidad Internacional de La Rioja
Spain01.2024
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
UNSAAC
01.2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Tourism
Universidad Andina Del Cusco
01.2011
Skills
- CLIL
- Academic English
- Competency-based assessment
- Curriculum design
- Teacher training
- Interdisciplinary projects
- Educational leadership
- Intercultural communication
- Digital Learning Platforms & Interactive Tools (Google Classroom Canva Kahoot Quizizz Padlet Mentimeter)
- AI in education
Accomplishments
- Implementation of Cambridge International Certification Program, 2024-01-01, Over 90% student certification rate. More than 90 candidates across Movers, Flyers, PET, FCE, and CAE levels.
- Institutional curriculum restructuring with clear linguistic progression.
- Implementation of Phonics methodology (Jolly Phonics) in Early Years.
- Continuous teacher training and pedagogical support.
Certification
- Cambridge CAE, C1, 2024-01-01
- TKT Module Training
Languages
Spanish
English
Training
- Certificate in Leadership, Marconi International University, USA, 2021-01-01
- Ontological Coaching Program, Axon Training, Argentina, 2016-01-01 to 2017-12-31
- AI in Education Workshop, OEI & Fundación Telefónica, 2025-01-01
- Teacher Development Conferences, 2023-01-01 to 2025-12-31
Timeline
Head of the English Department
Andino Cusco International School
02.2023 - Current
Secondary English Teacher
Andino Cusco International School
03.2022 - 12.2022
Academic and Administrative Advisor
International Education Institute (IEI)
03.2016 - 12.2017
Private English Tutor
01.2016 - 12.2024
English Teacher – Intermediate and Advanced Levels
ICPNA Cusco
01.2016 - 12.2022
TOEFL Coach and English Instructor
International Education Institute (IEI)
01.2016 - 12.2017
Executive of Communications and Sales
Proyecto Perú Centre
10.2014 - 01.2016
Management Assistant
Chocomuseo S.A.C.
09.2013 - 09.2014
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
UNSAAC
Master’s Degree - Bilingual Education (CLIL Specialization)
Universidad Internacional de La Rioja
Bachelor’s Degree - Tourism
Universidad Andina Del Cusco