Adriana Flores-Ducksworth has extensive experience and education in Spanish language, Latin American culture and art. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and Literature and a minor in Art from North Park University. She has worked in various roles requiring bilingual skills such as a bilingual crisis line worker and sales associate. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge of Latino culture and encouraging development in others.

1. Adriana Flores-Ducksworth
211 SCR 4  Taylorsville, MS 39168  Phone: (773) 679-5776  E-Mail: Adriana_ducksworth@yahoo.com
Spanish Language and Art Professional
Profile
Outgoing, energetic professional who portrays excellent communication skills in English and Spanish. Extensive knowledge of Latino
culture, literature, history,film, and art. Detail-oriented individual who enjoys research and organizational work. Very skilled in
analyzing, proofreading, and creatively solving problems to achieve work goals. Enjoys sharing knowledge and encouraging the
development of others to achieve specific team goals.
Key Skills
 Excellent bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish
 Expertise in grammar and composition in English and Spanish
 Cultural awareness and sensitivity
 Can work collaboratively or independently
 Quick learner and critical thinker
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language and Literature December 2013
North Park University – Chicago, IL
 GPA: 4.0, Member of La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society)
 Coursework: Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition, Latin Music, Introduction to Latin America in a World Context,
Literature of Spain I: Medieval the Golden Age,Literature of Spain II: Neoclassical through Contemporary, The Cultures of Spain,
Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation, The Cultures of Latin America
 Internship at the International Latino Cultural Center (ILCC)
Minor in Art December 2013
North Park University – Chicago, IL
 Coursework: Drawing I, Painting I, Advanced Painting II, 3 Dimensional Design, Spatial Arts, Intaglio Printmaking, Ceramics
General Introduction to Art History, History of Contemporary Art, History of Baroque & Renaissance Art, History of African
American & Oceanic Art,
Skills
 Windows & Macintosh,Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe,

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Accomplishments
 Designed and organized the program for the 29th Chicago Latino Film Festival Schedule
 Maintained the International Latino Cultural Center’s Film Library in order and provided member customer service
 Hosted successfulGalas for the actors,directors, board members, etc. during the Chicago Latino Film Festival
 Increased Gala and movie ticket sales by actively promoting the festival events
 Benefited the ILCC by communicating efficiently with sponsors,directors,and board members through phone and email
 Latin Music Performance Essay published in the University Spanish Newspaper, Voce Latinas
 My Latin American influenced paintings were installed in the University Library Gallery in December 2013
Work Experience
Chicago Public Schools – Chicago, IL: Janitor / Secretary (City of Chicago) Summer of 2010 & 2011
 Part-time summer job: Answered phone calls, email communication with parents,maintained student attendance records
regularly
Armand’s Pizzeria - Chicago, IL: Cashier / Customer Service (Restaurant) June 2011—May 2012
 Part-time job: Promoted restaurant during the “Do-Division Festival” and ensured a pleasant dinning experience
Express – Lincolnwood, IL: Sales Associate (Men and Women’s Clothing) Nov. 2012—July 2013
 Part-time job: Utilized bilingual skills daily and helped the company achieve the highest sales ever recorded during the 2012
Christmas season
Chrysalis Consulting Group Inc. – Hillside, IL: Bilingual Crisis Line Worker April 2014—August 2015
 Full-time job: Processed mental health referrals for a 24 hour crisis line that serviced uninsured or Medicaid insured children
and adolescence for the state of Illinois
Leadership and Volunteer Activities
Basketball in the Barrio – El Paso, Texas: Volunteer Coach (Athletes United for Peace) June 2010
 Coached 80 low income city youth ages 4-15 in one of the poorest neighborhoods in America
 Educated youth about Latino art, culture, and literature through specific camp activities
 Organized basketball drills, taught sportsmanship,goal setting,and teamwork for campers to incorporate in their daily lives
St. Bartholomew ESL Program – Chicago, IL: Volunteer ESL Teacher Assistant Nov. 2009—Feb.2010
 Educated 13 non-native English speakers correct pronunciation,composition, grammar, and syntaxto help them achieve
skills necessary for achieving higher standardized test scores and to help secure employment