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Ismael Leon

Ismael Leon

Titles: Upper School Spanish Teacher
Degrees: M.B.A., Global Management, University of Phoenix
B.A., French, University of Puerto Rico
M.A., Spanish, Washington State University
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Biography:
  • Gilman School Spanish Teacher
  • Caribbean School French and Spanish Teacher
  • Universidad Católica de Puerto Rico Spanish Professor
  • Washington State University Spanish Professor
  • Upward Bound Spanish Instructor

Q&A

What was your best teaching moment?
My best teaching moment was when many of my students came to see me and talk in Spanish just for fun, no class related. 

What is your favorite spot on Gilman's campus?
My favorite spot at Gilman is the Lumen Center Reading area. It's quiet and I have the chance to talk to students in the afternoon blocks.

Why do you enjoy teaching at Gilman?
I switched from a college professor to a school teacher because I saw how much students enjoy speaking my language and learning about the Hispanic culture. I enjoy the informal connection with Upper School students.