CAROL STENGEL

241 Ridge Street Apt. #2 * Emmaus, PA 18049 * csa56236@westpost.net

* 610-390-7501
A challenging and rewarding position with a progressive organization where prior
experience, personal ability, and a commitment to professionalism would be of v
alue. Position should allow for continued personal and professional growth comme
nsurate with achievements.
SPANISH TEACHER * BUSINESS OWNERSHIP * SALES/MARKETING
* CAREER CHANGE
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A talented organizer and resourceful problem solver able to adapt to change and
exercise sound judgment. An effective communicator and astute motivator; capabl
e of directing and training others, or contributing to the collaborative efforts
of a team. Reliable, results-oriented and self-motivated, with a strong work e
thic and the ability to build productive professional relationships. Attentive
to detail, thorough and quality-oriented; able to plan and prioritize to meet de
adlines, quality goals and bottom-line objectives. Bilingual in Spanish and Eng
lish languages.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SPANISH TEACHER 8/05-Present
PENNRIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Perkasie, PA
* Instruct high school students in Spanish Language subjects.
* Develop purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective te
aching strategies.
* Encourage student enthusiasm for the learning process and good study habits.
* Demonstrate a strong grasp of subject matter and incorporate differentiated i
nstruction into
the teaching process.
* Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and enforce when necessary.
* Evaluate accomplishments of students using multiple assessment methods.
* Prepare, administer and grade tests and homework.
* Provide feedback and maintain records of student progress and development.
* Developed and implemented a new Advanced Placement Spanish Course Curriculum.
OWNER 8/05-Present
PACHACUTI, LLC - PACHACUTIONLINE.COM Emmaus, PA
Own and operate a unique online and in-store business with focus on foreign made
products.
* Handle all online sales to include ordering merchandise, bill preparation and
receipt of
payment.
* Handle cash, checks, credit cards and bank deposits.
* Handle telephone orders and inquiries from customers, distributors and boutiq
ues.
* Expedite customer orders ensuring availability of products. Computerized ord
er entry.
* Follow up on order status. Quote prices. Provide timely response to custome
r inquiries and
complaints.
* Handle taxes, vendor payables, purchasing materials and inventory control.
* Arrange jewelry parties in client's homes resulting in repeat business.
* Display products at craft fairs and sell on consignment to local retail store
s.
* Resolve customer issues in a courteous and timely manner.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR Fall 2005
LEHIGH CARBON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Schnecksville, PA
* Provided classroom instruction on "Spanish in the Workplace" and other topics
within the
 college's requirements.
* Lectured and communicated effectively with students of diverse backgrounds.
* Designed curriculum, material and course outlines.
* Evaluated and critiqued papers and class presentations.
* Challenged students, encouraged participation and motivated students to learn
effectively.
SPANISH TEACHER
9/96-8/04
UPPER PERKIOMEN HIGH SCHOOL
Pennsburg, PA
* Instructed 9th to 12th grade students in Spanish subjects.
* Developed purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provided for effective
teaching
strategies.
* Encouraged student enthusiasm for the learning process and good study habits.
* Demonstrated a strong grasp of subject matter and incorporated into the teach
ing process.
* Developed reasonable rules of classroom behavior and enforced when necessary.
* Evaluated accomplishments of students using multiple assessment methods.
* Prepared, administered and graded tests, homework, provided feedback and main
tained
records of student progress and development.
* Developed and implemented a new Spanish V course.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
MASTERS DEGREE - SPANISH 2003
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Sacramento, CA
B.S.E. DEGREE - SPANISH 1994
MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY Millersville, PA
* Received Steven A. Walker Memorial Spanish Award
* Member of Phi Sigma Iota
* Phi Sigma Iota - International Foreign Language Honor Society
COMPUTER SKILLS
* Microsoft Word * Power Point
* Internet * Computer Literate