Hernan Velasco

Experience

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  Secretaria Departamental de Salud del Valle

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2012

  Paramedic

  I worked as a Paramedics Coordinator at the Patient Referral Center for the Department Health Office, where I developed emergency plans for hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Additionally, I taught health laws to doctors, paramedics, and EMTs.

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  Coomeva

  Jan 2012 - Aug 2018

  Paramedic

  I worked as a paramedic at the National Health Center for prepaid medicine clients at COOMEVA EMERGENCIA MÉDICA. We provided assistance over the phone while the field medical team reached the client's home. Additionally, I trained new members of the paramedic team at the company.

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  Colegio Anglo Hispano

  Jan 2018 - Nov 2018

  Secondary School Teacher of English and Social Sciences

  I worked as an English and Social Sciences teacher for grades 5 through 11, and I served as an assistant to the Bilingual Coordinator during the same period.

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  Coosalud

  Nov 2018 - Aug 2023

  Reference Assistant
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  Freelance Teacher

  Jan 2020 - Aug 2023

  Teacher

  Brindo clases personalizadas del idioma Inglés, virtualmente o presencialmente.

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  Colegio Bilingüe Anglo Americano

  Aug 2023 - now

  High School English Teacher - Homeroom Teacher for Secondary School
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  Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali

  Aug 2024 - Oct 2024

  Practicum Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language at Javeriana University

  As part of my master's program in teaching Spanish as a foreign language, I am completing an internship at Javeriana University, teaching Spanish to international students from diverse backgrounds and language proficiency levels. During this period, I focus on developing adaptive pedagogical methods to facilitate effective language learning, integrating communicative and cultural approaches. I am responsible for planning and delivering interactive lessons, continuous assessments, and fostering language immersion, enhancing both the students' fluency and comprehension. Show less

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  Gobernación del Valle del Cauca

  Oct 2024 - Nov 2024

  Bilingual Paramedic (Temporary Support for COP16)

  Contracted as a bilingual paramedic to provide in-person and phone assistance to COP16 attendees, ensuring prompt response to emergencies and offering first-aid guidance to international participants. My responsibilities included effective communication in both English and Spanish to deliver seamless medical support during a high-profile event.