Adan Hernandez
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Physical Education Teacher eager to utilize my extensive work experience and educational background while also continuously enhancing and refining my interactive teaching skills. Dedicated to providing balanced, engaging learning environment for all students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Education Specialist, Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - Current
- Assess students who are referred to determine if they qualify for the adapted physical education services
- Participate in the IEP process from referral to implementation as appropriate, including assessments, report writing IEP meetings and development of goals and objectives
- Maintain accurate written records of pupil progress, goals, and objectives, attendance and parent contacts
- Design programs to meet individual pupil needs as specified on the IEP in physical fitness, gross motor skills, perceptual motor skills and sports and games achievement
- Evaluate and monitor pupil progress and makes periodic reports on the achievement and personal adjustment of identified pupils.
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Torrance Unified School District
Torrance, CA
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Teach knowledge and skills in physical fitness, health education, and individual, dual, or team sports to primary students, utilizing a course of study adopted by the School District and/or site
- Utilize a variety of instructional skills and methods, vary instructional modes to accommodate student needs, interests, learning style, and ability levels
- Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students
- Organizing innovative games and challenges that promote physical activity among all students.
Substitute Teacher
Redondo Beach Unified School District
Redondo Beach, CA
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Administer and oversee the required learning assignments for student curriculum
- Adhere to all procedures, guidelines, and policies at assigned facility
- Maintain awareness and accountability for all assigned students at all times
- Utilize existing learning materials towards attaining lesson goals during the absence of the full-time teacher
- Maintain a sustainable relationship with parents, pupils, school personnel, and members of the public through professionalism and proper means of communication
- Maintain a flexible personal schedule to be able to meet availability requirements
- Ensure a safe, orderly, and tidy classroom at all times.
Student Teacher
Adams Middle School
Redondo Beach, CA
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Design activities to engage students in cognitively challenging work aligned to meet academic standards
- Closely monitor student learning in order to understand how students are progressing toward their learning objectives
- Provide instructive feedback to students and teacher that will enhance student progress
- Establish and maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable to contribute their ideas to the teacher and the entire class
- Continuously monitor, record, and reflect on students’ progression to determine what methods have a positive effect and what changes could improve future instruction.
Instructional Assistant
Lincoln Elementary School
Redondo Beach, CA
10.2013 - 08.2016
- Assigned to work one-on-one daily with a non-verbal autistic student to develop and encourage learning capability and social interactions
- Document student’s behavioral data and development for the teacher to monitor progression
- Supervise student groups during recesses, field trips, and group activities
- Assist teachers in the classroom with instructing, practicing, and reinforcing student’s comprehension of subject matter material and behavioral etiquette.
Teacher Assistant
Felton Elementary School
Lennox, CA
08.2010 - 10.2013
- Reinforced classroom material with special education students with various disabilities
- Supervised and instructed groups of students enrolled in special education programs
- Monitored student behavior and interactions in group settings and social environments
- Provided campus security and secured school premises during recesses and dismissals.
Physical Education Specialist, Teacher Assistant
Moffett Elementary School
Lennox, CA
10.2007 - 05.2010
- Co-Coordinator for 5th grade Physical Fitness Tests (PFT), required by the state of California
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for student Physical Education classes
- Tutored groups of bilingual students in mathematics and language arts
- Coached large groups of students on the fundamentals and rules for various sports
- Provided campus security and secured school premises during dismissals.
Education
Master of Science, Physical Education -
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Physical Education -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Undergraduate Studies, Physical Education -
Southern Nazarene University
Undergraduate Studies -
El Camino College
Skills
- Computer applications, installations of various hardware and software programs
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Health Education
- Relationship Building
- Group Instruction
Languages
Bilingual – Fluent in English and Spanish
Volunteer Experience
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic, Los Angeles, CA, Volunteer, 01/2012 - 04/2012, Six hours per week, Worked alongside certified physical therapists to observe tasks and interactions with patients, Prepared and removed modalities for patients and assisted with their logistical needs, Cleaned, sanitized, and prepared patient beds and therapeutic equipment after each use, Inventoried and stocked patient rooms with freshly laundered materials and hygiene supplies
References
References are available upon request.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Education Specialist, Teacher Assistant
Los Angeles Unified School District
08.2019 - Current
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Torrance Unified School District
08.2017 - 06.2018
Substitute Teacher
Redondo Beach Unified School District
02.2017 - 06.2017
Student Teacher
Adams Middle School
09.2016 - 01.2017
Instructional Assistant
Lincoln Elementary School
10.2013 - 08.2016
Teacher Assistant
Felton Elementary School
08.2010 - 10.2013
Physical Education Specialist, Teacher Assistant
Moffett Elementary School
10.2007 - 05.2010
Master of Science, Physical Education -
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Physical Education -
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Undergraduate Studies, Physical Education -
Southern Nazarene University
Undergraduate Studies -
El Camino College