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
Olmito Elementary
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
Resaca Middle School
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
Liberty Memorial Middle School
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
Stillman Middle School
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
Vermillion Elementary
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