Gina Resto
About Gina Resto
Gina Resto is a Virtual Online Spanish and ESL-ELA teacher with extensive experience in language education and acting. She has worked with various educational institutions since 2004 and incorporates drama techniques into her teaching to enhance language learning.
Work at Elevate K-12
Gina Resto has been employed at Elevate K-12 since 2019, serving as a Virtual Online Spanish and ESL-ELA teacher. Her role involves delivering online educational content to students, focusing on language acquisition and literacy skills. This position allows her to leverage her extensive background in language education and her expertise in online teaching methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Gina Resto holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Media Communications, and Spanish Literature from Hunter College, completed between 1993 and 1999. She further pursued a Master of Science in ESL-Bilingual Education and Educational Theater at the City University of New York from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she is currently studying for a Master's in Spanish Literature and Secondary Education at Hunter College. Her educational background is complemented by various professional training programs in acting and drama therapy.
Background
Gina Resto has a diverse professional background in language education and acting. She has worked as an ESL and Spanish teacher in various educational institutions, including Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the NYC Department of Education. Her international experience includes teaching in Gabon and China. She has also been involved in freelance translation and voice-over work since 2004, demonstrating her versatility in language-related fields.
Achievements
Gina Resto has developed bilingual drama-therapy workshops aimed at helping intercultural communities express themselves and learn new languages. She utilizes drama as a teaching method to enhance language learning, focusing on acting techniques to improve student engagement and communication skills. Her involvement in arts-integrated educational programs, such as Creative Language, highlights her commitment to innovative teaching practices.
Professional Development
Gina Resto has pursued extensive professional development in acting and education. She has participated in various workshops and training programs, including those at The New School and Shakespeare for Teachers. Her training in improvisation and character development further supports her teaching methodology, allowing her to incorporate creative techniques into her language instruction.