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Alexa Hernandez

Port Saint Lucie ,FL

Summary

Experienced lead teacher with solid background in educational settings several-year career. Highly observant and student-focused with expertise in promoting positive social development and physical health by empowering teachers. Involves families and administrators to boost student learning opportunities with solid support networks.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Teacher/Adminstrator

Coastal Middle and High School
Lake Park, Florida
12.2019 - Current
  • Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
  • Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
  • Organized field trips or extra-curricular activities for students under their supervision.
  • Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
  • Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
  • Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Served as a mentor for new teachers during their onboarding process.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
  • Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
  • Created various strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Palm Beach County School District
West Palm Beach, Florida
08.2012 - 05.2019
  • Supervised lunchroom duties, playground activities, field trips and after-school programs.
  • Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
  • Prepared and delivered instructional materials suited to varied learning levels.
  • Instructed small groups or individual students who need extra help or attention.
  • Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
  • Addressed individual student needs and accommodated learning differences.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
  • Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet diverse student learning styles.
  • Implemented lesson plans assigned by classroom teacher to educate students about key concepts.
  • Explained assignments and relayed information from lead teacher.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
05-2017

Skills

  • Lesson development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Instructional improvement
  • Age-appropriate discipline
  • Training and mentoring
  • Department leadership
  • Teacher training
  • IEP support
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student mentoring
  • Classroom management
  • Instructional methods
  • Lesson planning
  • Team building

Certification

  • Private School Certification K-12

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Teacher/Adminstrator

Coastal Middle and High School
12.2019 - Current

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Palm Beach County School District
08.2012 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - General Studies

Florida Atlantic University

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