Belinda Hernandez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Seeking an administrative position to promote student achievement by evaluating best practices and implementing such practices into effective instructional programs, promoting a positive school climate that nurtures quality instruction and professional development, and working with campus and district leadership team to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment in a diverse school setting. Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with more than 20 years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills. Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with over 20
years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EL Department Site Facilitator
Washoe County School District
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Strengthened relationships among team members through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment conducive to collaboration and problem solving.
- Maintains EL documents and accurate records as required by the Department of EL, Nevada Department of Education, and federal government.
- Provide professional development
- Assists the Department of EL Assessment/Compliance facilitator and the site-based testing coordinator in the administration of the annual English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPA)
- Collaborates with Department of EL, administration, counselors, and staff to ensure appropriate placement of EL students in EL courses and mainstream courses leading to graduation
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to share feedback and ideas after monthly professional development. Feedback was analyzed and provided next steps for support given to teachers and students.
- Collaborated with district and school administrators to develop monthly, professional development; thus, optimizing overall student achievement.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Promoted compliance with industry standards and best practices by regularly reviewing policies and procedures related to site management activities.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Summer School Zone Supervisor
Washoe County School District
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Developed training materials and conducted orientation sessions for new hires, increasing overall employee competency.
- Optimized resource allocation by skillfully reaching out to various district departments for accurate guidance.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize safety and efficiency to provide productive experience at various elementary and middle school sites.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with stakeholders which included district personnel, various site administrators, summer school staff, students, parents and community.
- Prepared and submitted reports to respective departments for hiring, payroll, curriculum, health, nutrition, transportation, safety and other services needed to run smooth operation of summer school.
- Managed conflict resolution among team members, promoting a healthy working atmosphere conducive to high productivity levels.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
Dean of Students
Washoe County School
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Mentored new faculty and staff members to promote professional growth and enhance their contributions to the institut
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Chaired hiring committees for [Number] new core faculty members in [Type] Department.
- Spearheaded training initiatives for teachers by leading classes on topics such as [Type] and [Type].
- Improved campus-wide student engagement by implementing innovative programs and activities.
- Backed up instructors in handling disruptive students and implemented fair protocols to resolve situations.
- Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
- Developed strategic initiatives to address crucial areas such as student success, diversity, and inclusion.
- Assisted in development and implementation of faculty development plans.
- Implemented consistent uniform policies for male and female students to avoid body shaming and increase compliance.
- Organized individualized behavior improvement plans for students struggling with compliance.
- Evaluated and assessed program effectiveness to inform data-driven decision-making for continuous improvement.
- Streamlined administrative processes for greater efficiency in handling student concerns and issues.
- Created opportunities for parent involvement through workshops, meetings, or volunteering.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Championed student achievement by recognizing outstanding accomplishments through awards and recognition events.
EL 7-8 Teacher
Washoe County School District
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Kept EL students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet EL students' academic needs.
- Supported teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Title I Consultant
Washoe County School District
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Created monthly forecast templates and resource management allocations for approved projects.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Advised clients on change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions during periods of organizational transformation.
- Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Enhanced communication among team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve overall project outcomes.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Aligned closely with business owners and employees to gather information and gain operational insight.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
- Provided ongoing support to clients post-implementation, ensuring long-term success of implemented solutions.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Established trusted partnerships with key industry influencers, expanding the company''s network of resources and contacts.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Education
Master of Science -
Texas A&M Corpus Christi (formerly Corpus Christi State University)
08.1992
Bachelor of Science -
Texas A&M Corpus Christi (formerly Corpus Christi State University)
05.1987
Associates in Arts -
Del Mar College
05.1985
Skills
- Instructional Coaching
- Cross-cultural understanding of English Learners
- Curriculum Development
- Designing effective language instruction through Backward Design and selecting intentional strategies and scaffolds to support English Learners
- Maintains accurate records
- Provides strong supports for family and community partnerships
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct
- Attends school and district level meetings and trainings related to position
- LEA Representative at ARD/IEP meetings
- Collaborates with site administrators and district departments to provide site-based professionals
Specialized Professional Development
- AimsWeb PLUS
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
- Student Learning Objectives
- Drilling Down into the Core
- Conversational Spanish Intermediate for Certified Staff and Administrators
- Seminar for School Leadership
- ActivBoard Core Essentials
- IC ES Teacher Assignment Tool
- About Teaching the Common Core
- EveryDay Math: Getting Started with eSuite
- Thinking Maps
- Coaching for Design
- TouchMath
- 3D to 2D
- Lexia Phonics and Reading
- SuccessMaker
- Accelerated Reading
- Accelerated Math
- Balanced Literacy
- Guided Reading
- Texas Mathematics and Science Diagnostic Systems (TMSDS)
- Eduphoria
- SchoolNet
- Response to Intervention
- Marzano’s (Nine) High-Yield Instructional Strategies
- Reading A-Z
- Science A-Z
- WebAchiever Brainchild.com
- Learning Rounds/ Instructional Walks
- Working on the Work (WOW)
- Math & Science Interactive Journals
Certifications Endorsements
- State of Nevada License for Educational Personnel, Elementary K-8, Teaching, 03/18/21
- State of Nevada License for Educational Personnel, Bilingual K-8, 03/18/21
- State of Nevada License for Educational Personnel, School Administrator, K-12, 03/18/21
- Enhanced Foster Care Certified, 02/01/17
- Texas Teacher Certificate – Professional Mid-Management Administrator (PK-12), 03/01/99
- Supervisor (Grades PK-12), 11/01/92
- Texas Teacher Certificate-Provisional Elementary Self-Contained (Grades 1-8), 05/01/87
- Elementary Bilingual/ESL (Grades 1-8), 05/01/97
- TEA Teacher Appraiser Certification Endorsement, 1993-1994
- Texas Teacher Appraisal System (TTAS), 05/01/91
- Instructional Leadership Training, 05/01/90
References
available upon request
Certification
- Professional Elementary (K-8) - State of NV Expires: 03/18/2027
- Professional Special (K-8) Bilingual - State of NV Expires: 03/18/2027
- Profession Special (K-12) School Administrator- State of NV Expires: 03/18/2027
- Provisional: Elementary Self-Contained (1st-8th) - TX Expires: Life
- Provisional: Elementary Bilingua/ESL (1st-8th) - TX Expires: Life
- Professional: Mid-Management Administrator (PK-12) TX, Expires: Life
- Professional: Supervisor (PK-12) - TX, Expires: Life
Timeline
EL Department Site Facilitator
Washoe County School District
07.2021 - 12.2023
Summer School Zone Supervisor
Washoe County School District
05.2020 - 07.2022
Dean of Students
Washoe County School
10.2019 - 06.2021
EL 7-8 Teacher
Washoe County School District
07.2017 - 10.2019
Title I Consultant
Washoe County School District
09.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Science -
Texas A&M Corpus Christi (formerly Corpus Christi State University)
Bachelor of Science -
Texas A&M Corpus Christi (formerly Corpus Christi State University)
Associates in Arts -
Del Mar College
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