Danny Hernandez
Merced,CA
Summary
Experienced with classroom management and student engagement strategies. Utilizes effective communication to foster productive learning environment. Knowledge of curriculum development and instructional techniques tailored to diverse learning needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Education
Intern Teaching Credential - Social Science, Biliteral Authorization
University of California Merced
Merced, CA 01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - History, Anthropology
University of California Merced
Merced, CA05.2019
Associates of Arts - History, Anthropology, International Studies
Merced College
Merced, CA05.2017
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Merced County Office of Education
12.2024 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior by establishing clear expectations and guidelines.
- Adapted instructional materials for various learning styles to enhance comprehension.
- Developed inclusive activities for diverse learners to promote student participation.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them improve academic performance and gain confidence in their abilities.
Senior Naturalist
San Joaquin County office of Education
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Teach environmental science, using NGSS standards
- Provide engaging environmental education programming
- Direct, assist with or supervise recreational and program development
- Wilderness First Aid Trained care for sick or injured students or guests
- Train Intern Naturalists on how to teach science curriculum in the outdoor setting
- Grant Writing experience
- Lifeguard trained
Assistant Academic Migrant Counselor
Merced County Office of Education
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Assist migrant students with all academic coursework
- Assisted students in applying to colleges and universities around the state of California
- Helped students build resumes
- Couched for speech and debate
Outdoor Education: Vice Principal/Camp Assistant
California Mini Corps, Butte County Office of Education
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assist doing inform observations for new teachers in the outdoor setting
- Created and manage a work and break schedule for the staff I supervised
- Developed and Facilitated workshops for new teachers
- Mediated and deescalated salutations among students
- Advised college students
Afterschool Liaison
Merced Office Of Education
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, sharing insights with colleagues to drive continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations.
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
- Increased overall productivity by streamlining internal processes and introducing new tools for more efficient workflow management.
Tutor
California Teaching Fellows
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Outdoor Education: Program Instructor
California Mini Corps, Butte County Office of Education
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Three years of experience teaching migrant students in outdoor science camps
- I learned to de-escalate situations by creating strong respectful friendships with students
- Worked with third grade through eighth grade students and learned to be flexible
- Learned how to use total physical response (TPR) moves for English learners
- Taught Environmental Science/ History in Spanish and English
- In charge of planning social events for students during their week at camp
Skills
- Bilingual Authorization in Spanish and English
- Experience Training Teachers on NGSS standards
- Lifeguard certification
- Public Speaking
- Motivating Others
- Adaptable
- Wilderness First Aid
- CPR Certification
- Lifeguard certificated
- Takes Initiative
- Flexible to schedule change
- Outdoor Education Program Development
- Trained New Hires
- Grant Writing
- Communication Skills
- Great Teamwork and Collaborator
- Maintaining Confidentiality
- Great Work Ethic
- Positive Attitude
- Time Management
- Great Computer Skills
- WebEx
- Zoom
- Skype
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Canva
- Adobe Reader
- Google Classroom
- Google Sheets
- Google Slides
- Canvas
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Merced County Office of Education
12.2024 - Current
Senior Naturalist
San Joaquin County office of Education
09.2022 - 11.2024
Outdoor Education: Vice Principal/Camp Assistant
California Mini Corps, Butte County Office of Education
06.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant Academic Migrant Counselor
Merced County Office of Education
06.2021 - 09.2022
Intern Teaching Credential - Social Science, Biliteral Authorization
University of California Merced
01.2021 - 12.2021
Afterschool Liaison
Merced Office Of Education
08.2018 - 06.2019
Outdoor Education: Program Instructor
California Mini Corps, Butte County Office of Education
06.2017 - 08.2019
Tutor
California Teaching Fellows
09.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - History, Anthropology
University of California Merced
Associates of Arts - History, Anthropology, International Studies
Merced College
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