Denise Hernandez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated, supportive science education professional with experience in formal scientific research, informal science education, and new to the formal education space. Devoted pre-service teacher committed to developing a teaching practice with equity, student empowerment, and community context in mind. Self-motivated and friendly individual with a passion for generating student enthusiasm for learning through individual connections and motivators as well as interactive, inquiry-based lessons and exciting science demonstrations. Devoted to improving instruction using data driven reasonings, with a commitment to work collaboratively with colleagues to improve teaching practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
Back Of The Yards College Preparatory
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Planned and delivered lessons on Physics content including topics such Forces, Motion, and other related content topics to classes of 20 to 25 ninth graders and monitored student performance.
- Developed and amended classroom curriculum with a focus on connecting canonical disciplinary knowledge to community specific contexts.
- Used differentiated instruction to support students learning objectives.
- Met with parents and teachers during conferences to discuss students’ academic performance, improvement areas, and any behavioral issues.
Assistant Director of Programs and Internships
The Chicago Council On Science And Technology
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Developed a robust Science Communication Internship by further expanding/developing the programs' curriculum, sources of funding, and partner institutions.
- Designed and implemented diverse science programming in the form of public forums, talks, and informal science education activities geared toward the general public across the Chicagoland area.
- Spearheaded development efforts for funding specific projects; Development efforts helped the organization gain a $150K grant awarded through the DANA Foundation.
- Maintained open lines of communication with external partners including funders, educators, government agencies and other stakeholders.
- Developed collaborative partnerships with community organizations, resulting in increased resources for programs.
Laboratory Research Assistant
The University Of Chicago
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Conducted research in the area of condensed matter Physics under a Principal Investigator.
- Formally trained in advanced scientific research techniques such as using microscopy instruments.
- Attended weekly laboratory meetings and gave formal updates on research progress in the form of talks.
- Attended conferences on Quantum Computing research on behalf of the research group.
Education
Masters of Education - Science Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2024
No Degree - Applied Physics, PhD Program
Northwestern University
Evanston, ILMaster of Arts - Physics
Claremont McKenna College
Claremont, CA05.2021
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Materials Preparation
- Student Engagement
- Class coordination
- Small Group Supervision
- Science Support
- Endorsed in Physics Content Area
Accomplishments
Presented research and efforts on Science Communication instruction and curriculum at PCST International Science Communication conference located in Rotterdam, The Netherlands (April 2023)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
Back Of The Yards College Preparatory
02.2024 - 03.2024
Assistant Director of Programs and Internships
The Chicago Council On Science And Technology
04.2022 - 03.2024
Laboratory Research Assistant
The University Of Chicago
06.2018 - 08.2019
Masters of Education - Science Education
University of Illinois At Chicago
No Degree - Applied Physics, PhD Program
Northwestern University
Master of Arts - Physics
Claremont McKenna College
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