DEBORAH HERNANDEZ
Miami Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic educator with proven expertise in Curriculum Implementation and Team Collaboration, honed at Gratigny Elementary and Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center. Excelled in creating safe, positive learning environments, leveraging differentiated instruction to significantly enhance student achievement. Skilled in fostering strong parent-teacher communication, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse learning needs.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center
08.2015 - Current
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to identify areas of growth for students, implementing targeted interventions to close achievement gaps.
Fourth Grade Teacher
Gratigny Elementary
08.1994 - 06.2015
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to meet the diverse needs of each learner, ensuring academic growth across all ability levels.
Education
Master of Science - ESOL Degree
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Memorial University
Opa-locka, FL05.1994
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Classroom Management
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Safety awareness
- Positive Reinforcement
- Safe, Positive Learning Environment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Elementary Education
I use my free time to paint.
I have taking Improv and Painting Classes.
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center
08.2015 - Current
Fourth Grade Teacher
Gratigny Elementary
08.1994 - 06.2015
Master of Science - ESOL Degree
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Florida Memorial University
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