Paola Parra
About Paola Parra
Paola Parra is an English teacher based in Arizona, United States, with a background in anthropology. She has held various roles in education and clinical research, including positions at Cambly Inc. and ZebraEnglish since 2020, and previously at VIPKID and Meridian Clinical Research LLC.
Work at Cambly
Paola Parra has been employed at Cambly Inc. as an English Teacher since 2020. In this role, she provides language instruction to students from various backgrounds and proficiency levels. Cambly is known for its flexible online tutoring platform, allowing teachers to engage with learners in real-time. Paola's experience in this position contributes to her expertise in teaching English as a second language.
Work at ZebraEnglish
Since 2020, Paola Parra has also been working as an English Teacher at ZebraEnglish. This platform focuses on providing online English language education, primarily to young learners. Paola's role involves creating engaging lesson plans and facilitating interactive sessions to enhance students' language skills. Her dual positions at Cambly and ZebraEnglish highlight her commitment to language education.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to her current roles, Paola Parra worked at VIPKID as a Teacher from 2018 to 2020. In this capacity, she taught English to children, utilizing an immersive and interactive approach. Additionally, she served as a Student Manager/Salesperson at Southwestern Advantage from 2012 to 2014, where she gained experience in educational sales and management.
Clinical Research Coordination Experience
Paola Parra worked as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator at Meridian Clinical Research LLC from 2016 to 2018. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This experience provided her with skills in research management and patient interaction, which complement her teaching background.
Education and Expertise
Paola Parra earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Anthropology from Arizona State University, studying from 2012 to 2016. This educational background has equipped her with a diverse understanding of cultural contexts, which enhances her effectiveness as an English teacher. Her academic experience supports her ability to connect with students from various cultural backgrounds.