Ana M. Fernandez
San Benito,TX
Summary
Assistant Principal and former Special Education Teacher at Los Fresnos CISD, enhancing student achievement through data-driven instruction and strong parent engagement. Expert in instructional leadership and fostering positive learning environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Principal
Los Fresnos CISD
07.2023 - Current
- Partnered with the principal to administer school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing a positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Supported a positive school culture by addressing student behavior concerns promptly and effectively.
- Enhanced teacher effectiveness through regular classroom observations and feedback sessions.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
Assistant Principal/Dean of Instruction
Los Fresnos CISD
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Analyzed standardized test results to identify areas of improvement in instruction methods and curriculum content.
- Evaluated teacher performance against established benchmarks, providing actionable feedback for improvement purposes.
- Built productive relationships with parents of students facing difficult situations at school or at home.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Oversaw curriculum design process to ensure alignment with state standards and best practices in education.
- Supported special education department by developing programs and protocols for at-risk youth and students with special needs.
- Assisted with compliance efforts for fire and other safety regulations.
Special Education Teacher
LFCISD
07.2016 - 05.2019
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies and apply instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
Special Education Teacher
Brownsville ISD
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs.
Special Education Teacher
Brownsville ISD
04.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
- Monitored student performance to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans to improve student behavior.
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to learning abilities and needs.
- Coordinated meetings to share and analyze student performance data and success plans with colleagues and parents.
Education
Alternative Principal Certification
Region One
Edinburg, TX07.2018
M.D. - Special Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12.2016
Bachelor Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
University of Texas At Brownsville
Brownsville, TX05.2012
Skills
- Instructional Leadership
- Parent Engagement and Communication
- Student achievement
- Data-Driven Instruction
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Los Fresnos CISD
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal/Dean of Instruction
Los Fresnos CISD
07.2019 - 06.2023
Special Education Teacher
LFCISD
07.2016 - 05.2019
Special Education Teacher
Brownsville ISD
07.2015 - 05.2016
Special Education Teacher
Brownsville ISD
04.2013 - 05.2015
Alternative Principal Certification
Region One
M.D. - Special Education
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies - Education
University of Texas At Brownsville