Norma Faubert

Dynamic bilingual educator with more than a decade of progressive experience teaching Spanish across elementary, middle school, and high school environments. Recognized for designing engaging proficiency-based language programs that promote academic excellence, cultural competency, and meaningful communication while building strong relationships with students, families, and faculty. A native Spanish speaker with extensive expertise in curriculum development, instructional leadership, bilingual interpretation, family engagement, and language acquisition.

Experienced leading student immersion programs, mentoring diverse learners, sponsoring student leadership organizations, and collaborating with administrators to strengthen school culture and student achievement. Currently teaching Spanish at Jesuit High School while completing a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish at California State University, Sacramento after earning an Associate of Arts in Spanish. Passionate about preparing students for advanced language study, AP Spanish success, global citizenship, and lifelong multilingual proficiency.

Spanish Teacher (Spanish I, IIA & III) at JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL (2025-08 – Present)

• Design and deliver rigorous proficiency-based Spanish instruction using communicative teaching methodologies.
• Integrate authentic literature, media, and cultural resources to strengthen language acquisition and intercultural competence.
• Develop assessments aligned with learning outcomes while providing individualized student feedback.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining high academic expectations.
• Collaborate with faculty on curriculum alignment, instructional planning, and student success initiatives.
• Sponsor Latinos Unidos, promoting leadership, cultural appreciation, service, and student engagement.
• Serve on faculty committees supporting continuous school improvement.

Elementary & Middle School Spanish Teacher (Grades 2–8) at BROOKFIELD SCHOOL (2021-01 – 2025-12)

• Developed vertically aligned Spanish curriculum serving students across seven grade levels.
• Designed engaging lessons emphasizing speaking, reading, listening, and writing proficiency.
• Increased student participation through interactive and project-based instruction.
• Created culturally responsive classroom environments encouraging confidence and language growth.
• Partnered closely with families and school leadership to support student success.
• Integrated technology to enhance language learning and classroom engagement.

Spanish Linguist at METLANG (2020-01 – Present)

• Produce professional Spanish-English translations and transcriptions for legal and professional applications.
• Interpret complex linguistic information while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Deliver culturally accurate translations under demanding deadlines.

Preschool & School-Age Teacher at CHILDTIME LEARNING CENTER (2019-01 – 2021-12)

• Planned developmentally appropriate instruction promoting literacy, communication, and social-emotional learning.
• Fostered engaging learning environments supporting early childhood development.
• Maintained collaborative relationships with families and staff.

Parent-Community Liaison & Spanish Interpreter at KASEBERG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (2014-01 – 2019-12)

• Served as primary liaison between school leadership and Spanish-speaking families.
• Interpreted for IEP, SST, disciplinary, enrollment, and parent conferences.
• Translated official school communications and educational materials.
• Increased family engagement through culturally responsive communication.
• Collaborated with administrators, counselors, and teachers to improve student outcomes.

Faculty Leader — International Student Immersion Programs

Provided educational leadership while supervising national and international student travel, ensuring student safety, coordinating logistics, promoting cultural immersion, and supporting meaningful experiential learning.

Advisor — Latinos Unidos Club

Lead one of the school's cultural organizations by promoting leadership, inclusion, service learning, cultural awareness, and student engagement.

Private Spanish Tutor

Designed personalized instructional plans for middle school, high school, college, and adult learners, helping students improve fluency, confidence, academic achievement, and college readiness. (10+ Years)

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish – California State University, Sacramento

Associate of Arts in Spanish – Sierra College (2026)

Bachelor's Degree in Tourism & Management (1994)