Hi! I'm Sophie, a passionate writer and educator with a strong background in language instruction and content creation. I've worked in diverse environments, from teaching Spanish in Massachusetts to writing and editing articles remotely for platforms like WikiHow. I love turning research into clear, engaging content that informs and inspires readers. When I'm not writing, you can find me playing the guitar or exploring new cultures from my travels across South America, Africa, and Europe. I thrive in collaborative, creative settings and enjoy contributing my skills to help teams grow and succeed.

Sophie Burkholder

Hi! I'm Sophie, a passionate writer and educator with a strong background in language instruction and content creation. I've worked in diverse environments, from teaching Spanish in Massachusetts to writing and editing articles remotely for platforms like WikiHow. I love turning research into clear, engaging content that informs and inspires readers. When I'm not writing, you can find me playing the guitar or exploring new cultures from my travels across South America, Africa, and Europe. I thrive in collaborative, creative settings and enjoy contributing my skills to help teams grow and succeed.

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Hi! I’m Sophie, a passionate writer and educator with a strong background in language instruction and content creation. I’ve worked in diverse environments, from teaching Spanish in Massachusetts to writing and editing articles remotely for platforms like WikiHow. I love turning research into clear, engaging content that informs and inspires readers.

When I’m not writing, you can find me playing the guitar or exploring new cultures from my travels across South America, Africa, and Europe. I thrive in collaborative, creative settings and enjoy contributing my skills to help teams grow and succeed.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Staff Writer & Editorial Assistant at WikiHow
November 1, 2023 - Present
Research search queries and synthesize information into concise content. Write short and long-form content for public website. Proofread, edit, and give final approval to staff-written articles. Communicate with management about team strengths and growth areas. Evaluate current best practices and invent potential solutions.
Freelance Content Writer at Primelis / Haskn
December 1, 2022 - Present
Write marketing and content pages for various companies and clients. Create informative and eye-catching articles that appeal to a specified demographic. Research industry-related topics for each client. Implement occurrences and keywords for Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors via remote platforms. Edit copy and content for spelling, grammar, and syntax use.
English Language Assistant at Colegio Peñalar
June 30, 2023 - July 18, 2025
Wrote and implemented an English-Spanish bilingual curriculum. Designed engaging lessons aligned with current instructional pedagogy. Developed relationships with students and encouraged cross-cultural awareness.
Spanish Teacher at Christa McAuliffe Charter School
August 31, 2022 - July 18, 2025
Designed Spanish language curriculum for grades 6-8. Communicated with and built relationships with students and families. Adapted curriculum and teaching strategies for distance learning.

Education

BS at Boston University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019
BA at Boston University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

Massachusetts Teaching License, Foreign Language [Spanish, 5-12]
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025
Certification in Sheltered English Immersion (SEI)
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025
Barbara Argote Senior Award, Exceptional Junior in Romance Languages
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025
Laurent Clerc Medal for Dedication to the Study of American Sign Language
January 11, 2030 - July 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality