José Flores

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Full Name

José Flores

Professional Title

Spanish Instructor

School or Place of Work

Cerritos College

What Level Do You Teach?

Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced, Heritage

Approx. Percentage of Heritage Spanish Students at Your Institution

I just started at this institution. I do not know the percentage yet.

How Has Spanish Played a Role in Your Personal and Professional Life?

I am a native Spanish speaker. Early on in my academic career I made the choice to further my studies in Spanish not knowing that this choice would lead to the professional opportunities that I experienced until now. I am happy that I can not only continue to use and teach my native language but that I can continue to encourage others to learn it as a second language or reinforce their knowledge when working with heritage students.

How Long Have You Been Teaching?

11 years

More About Me

I’m originally from Mexicali, Baja California, México, and I grew up in Pomona, California. I have taught Spanish language and Chicano/Latino Literature for little more than 10 years in in three different states (California, Arizona, and Texas).

Heritage Spanish email list

Yes, please add me to the Heritage Spanish email list to receive updates about workshops and new resources.

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