Larisa S.

Experience

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  Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

  Feb 2005 - Jul 2009

  Part Time Assistant Manager

  I worked part time in the International Office of the Campus, and as assistant of the Project Manager. Both positions were internships when I was studying. Main achievements - Assist the Project Manager in the new building construction.- Organization of Exchange Language Program in the Campus.- Engaged with students in a sincere and friendly manner. Responded to their concerns with knowledgeable service.

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  CIM UPC

  Nov 2010 - Jan 2012

  AutoCad and Solid Works Software Instructor

  My position as design software teacher was my first full time job. I can definitely say I learnt much more than I taught. I discovered my passion in teaching, sharing knowledge, and help people to achieve their own goals. Main achievements- More than 20 courses taught to more than 300 students, ages between 18 and 60. - Head of the team for the Solidworks course. - Researched and updated all required materials needed for the Solidwork course. - Technical writer of AutoCad course content. Show less

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  Dara Pharmaceutical Equipment

  Feb 2012 - Apr 2015

  Application Project Manager

  It was a new position in a growing company. I started as a junior engineer and become the responsable of quotations for customized machinery, the core of the company. Main achievements- Create the Project Cost Management Plan. - Supervised the work of four team members, offering constructive feedback on their work performance. - Creation of conceptual, tender and offer layouts. - Engineering of complex solutions of filling pharmaceutical machinery. - Technical advice to the sales department. - Contact person for technical questions raised by suppliers. Show less

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  Rösler Spain

  Sept 2015 - Aug 2016

  Sales Project Manager

  Looking to grow up in communication and managerial skills, I started in Rösler in a position with a multidisciplinary approach. Requiring from technical knowledge to communication and sales skills. Main achievements - Sales manager for the washing machine area. - Manage projects from the creation to its acceptance. - Monitor and control project progress and performance. - Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.

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  ISDIN

  Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

  International Projects Specialist (maternity leave substitution)

  I joined Isdin to substitute the International Projects Specialist for Morocco, UAE, Greece and Canada, in her maternity leave.Main achievements - Accomplishment of the revenue's expectations. - Launch and manage of international accounts, with the aim to optimize sales and partnership. - Collaborate successfully with cross-functional teams to launch and ship new products.

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  Self-Employed

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  Gap year

  Eager to discover the world first hand, looking for a big challenge to measure my strengths and improve my weaknesses. Adventurer is the word which defines me the best. Not only in my trip across Africa by bike, but in my whole life. As the definition points out, an adventure is an unusual and exciting experience. This is my step toward a more fulfilling life. A journey from Barcelona to Senegal. And from Ethiopia to Cape Town. Writing what I learn in social media as @shortyonabike. Main achievements- Learnt how to ride a bike - More than 13000km (8000 miles) ridden- Handle bike and health issues in very remote areas - Learn how to enjoy the slow pace and the simple (but not easy) life on a bike Show less

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  Self-Employed

  Dec 2018 - May 2019

  CAD Drafter

  Put all my experience in engineering in the construction industry. I was able to enjoy beautiful projects, the art of managing projects in a different field and develop my skills as a drafter using Autocad and SketchUp. Main tasks - Prepare 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD) drawings and SketchUp models- Work on creating or modifying floor plans, elevations and architectural details- Recommend updates that may improve our process and CAD standard- Manage documentation files and sort accordingly- Maintain and build block library Show less

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  International School of Beijing

  Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

  HS Design Teacher Assistant

  Main tasks- Provide individual and small group instruction to students under the direction of or incollaboration with the Design Teachers, Design Facilitators, and Educational- Assists with organization/management of curricular areas as directed by the Design Teachers, Design Facilitators, and Educational Technology/STEAM Facilitators- Maintain instructional materials and equipment as required- Order materials and equipment as needed for the Design Labs- Perform setup for instructional projects, including materials and equipment- Assist teachers in conducting instructional or developmental activities- Complete supervisory duties assigned to ensure safety and order of children Show less

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  Benjamin Franklin International School, Barcelona, Spain

  Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

  HS Mathematics and Science Teacher
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  Agora Barcelona International School

  Sept 2022 - Aug 2023

  HS Mathematics and Design Teacher

  I work as a technology teacher for grades 8, 9, 11 and 12 grades. I try my best to inspire and show different sides of technology, to show my students how broad the concept is and how much they can do and get from it. I teach math in grades 9, 10 and IB AA. My main goal is to make my students feel confident and creat an environment where the error is celebrated and accepted as a way to dive deeper in mathematical concepts and grow their skills in problem solving.

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  American International School of Bucharest

  Aug 2023 - now

  • Grade 7 Level Leader

    Aug 2024 - now

  • HS and MS Science Teacher

    Aug 2023 - now