1. ARTEMIO CUESTA
9530 Biscayne Blvd., Miami Shores, FL 33138  305-336-7952  artcuesta8@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR / SPANISH & READING INSTRUCTOR
Over 20 years of experience and proven success as an Instructor within the Florida public school
system and higher education institutions. Additional positions include Assistant Dean, Department
Head, Test Administrator, and Site Administrator. Certified as an Educator and Assistant Principal in
the State of Florida. Master’s Degree from Nova Southeastern University.
QUALIFICATIONS OVERVIEW:
Creative, disciplined teacher with a singular focus on meeting the needs of students from diverse backgrounds, life
experiences, and academic capabilities. Documented success in implementing reading and writing strategies that
result in improved classroom and standardized test performance. Place strong emphasis on students’ holistic
development, including cognitive, emotional, social, and civic growth. Effective communicator skilled in developing
relationships with parents, colleagues, and community members. Drive students to reach their highest potential.
CORE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
 Classroom Instruction  Curriculum Design & Redesign  ESL-Specific Strategies
 Special Ed. Modifications  Student/Parent Relationships  Second Language Acquisition
 Classroom Management  Positive Learning Environment  Multicultural Awareness
 Lifelong Learning Advocate  Standards-Based Instruction  Multiple Intelligences Theory
 Student Holistic Learning  Cooperative Learning Strategies  Extracurricular Involvement
“Teaching is the achievement of shared meaning.” – D.B. Gowin
Professional Experience
MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE – 2014-2015
Instructor, ESL / Best Practices Instructor
Taught ESL at Levels 2, 3, and 5, as well as delivering Ecasas Testing Best Practices Workshop for instructors.
Implemented a variety of strategies to assist students in assimilating and mastering language skills.
 Achieved 100% passing rate for L2, 98% for L3, and 84% for L5.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (High School, Grades 9-12) – 1987-2015
Instructor, Spanish – Miami-Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (2003-2015)
Instructor, Reading – Miami-Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (2005-2015)
Instructor, Spanish – Miami Edison Senior High School (1987-2003)
Department Head, Foreign Languages (2003-2005; 1992-2003)
Assistant Dean for Discipline (2001-2003)
Held leadership roles and responsibilities in addition to 28 years of instructional experience within the Miami-Dade
County public school system. Taught Reading and Spanish to a broad range of students at various ability levels
within the Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College, a Magnet School specializing in the Cambridge Dual
Enrollment Program, vocational/technical certifications, and college preparatory courses.
Delivered intensive reading instruction in preparing students for the Florida Comprehensive Achievement Test and
the new Florida Standards Assessment. Served as a Reading Tutor during several summer sessions, with a focus on
FCAT Preparatory inter-sessions at the Educational Center & Technical College and Senior High School.
 Contributed to the Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College receiving an “A” rating from
the Florida Department of Education (Miami Lakes is currently ranked 33 in the 2015 NICHE RANKINGS in the
State of Florida and 101 in the U.S. News & World Report ranking).
 Created and taught Spanish Language Advanced Placement program/class as Foreign Language
Department Head with the Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College, achieving: 98% passing rate
with native speakers in 2005; 100% passing rate with native speakers 2006; and 81% passing rate in 2009.
 Developed and taught Spanish Language Advanced Placement program/class as Foreign Language
Department Head at Miami Edison Senior High (1992-2003), achieving 85% overall passing rate with non-
native speakers throughout 11-year tenure.

2. ARTEMIO CUESTA, 2 305-336-7952  artcuesta8@gmail.com
 Created French Language Advanced Placement program/class as a Foreign Language Department Head at
Miami Edison Senior High (1992-2003), achieving 92% overall passing rate with Haitian Creole-speaking
students throughout 11-year period.
 Achieved 65.4% passing rate on Florida Comprehensive Achievement Test for 2015 through preparing
students thoroughly as a Reading Instructor at the Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (overall
passing rate of 41% against the school district’s passing rate of 9%).
 Handled student disciplinary problems effectively as Assistant Dean for Discipline for grades 11 and 12
over a 2-year period (during extended periods of time when Assistant Principals were off-campus).
 Provided comprehensive, dedicated instruction for all students and enjoyed numerous individual success
stories over a 20+- year period.
 I.E. Instructed high school senior student from Argentina with below-level reading and writing skills.
Reviewed IEP and prepared 3-part framework to provide support and guidance. Student ultimately earned
score of 4 out of 5 on the Advanced Placement Spanish Language Exam.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOLS (Post-Secondary/Adult Education) – 1974-2014
Post-Secondary/Adult Education Instructor; ESL Instructor; EASAS Testing Administrator; Test
Administrator; Site Assistant Administrator; Site Administrator
Campuses: North Miami Adult Classroom / Miami-Carol City Adult Classroom / Hialeah-Miami Lakes Adult Classroom &
Administration; Hialeah Adult Testing; Miami Beach Adult Testing & Administration
As Instructor, taught ESL, levels 1 through 6 at 3 different adult education centers. As Administrative Assistant at the
Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult Center, managed registration, testing, placement, attendance, master schedule, and
security activities. As Site Administrator at the Hialeah Miami Lakes Adult Center, promoted to oversee tutoring lab
and media center services in addition to all school functions.
 Expanded program offerings within the Adult Center to include Citizenship Preparation; additionally
increased enrollment average by 7% annually.
 Supported instructors in using test data effectively to enhance classroom instruction throughout 3-year
period within adult learning center.
Education & Credentials
Master of Science
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY – Ft. Lauderdale, FL (2000)
Bachelor of Science
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY – Miami, FL (1974)
Certifications/Licenses
Florida Department of Education Certificate #368171; Earned certifications in: Spanish (7-12), 1987; Reading (K-
12), 2000; Educational Leadership (K-12), 2000; Pearson/FCAT Test Administrator, 2013; American Institute of
Research Test Administrator, 2014; Ecasas Post-Secondary Adult Test Administrator, 2013
Selected Professional Training (a comprehensive list can be provided upon request)
Reading Plus Training (reading instruction program), 2012-2015; College Board Advanced Placement Workshops,
1987-2013; Common Core & Florida Standards Assessment Training, 2012 & 2013; Turnitin.com Training, 2012-
2013; Edmodo.com Training, 2013; Criss Instructional Strategies Training, 1998-2000-2003; ESL 4- Post-Graduate
Courses, Nova Southeastern University, 2000-2002
Professional Affiliations
American Federation of Teachers; United Teachers of Dade- AFT
Language & Technology Skills
Bilingual in Spanish and English. Proficient in: Edmodo.com Instructional Website; Smart Board Interactive System;
Turnitin.com; and Microsoft OfficeSuite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.