Imanol Mendez-Hernandez
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Innovative, bilingual Spanish teacher with strong written, verbal, and student engagement skills. Creative and resourceful in adapting instructional strategies to various student bodies. Focused on helping learners of all skill levels advance through skilled group instruction and personalized support. Well-organized in handling all record-keeping requirements. A dedicated teacher committed to providing students with a warm, welcoming environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Teacher
City of New York, Public Schools
Staten Island, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Fostered a culture of respect and curiosity for different cultures and languages.
- Talked with students needing extra attention and made plans to assist with problems.
- Differentiated instruction for students with various skills and interest levels.
- Created lesson plans based on the school's standards for teaching Spanish language arts and literature.
- Developed and implemented a Spanish language curriculum to teach students grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and conversational skills.
- Administered positive and prompt feedback on student progress for self-monitoring.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment to promote a positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds.
JCC Counselor
Jewish Community
Staten Island, New York
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Participated actively in group projects, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive games into group sessions.
- Cultivated strong communication among group members through team-building exercises, and open discussions.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies when necessary, addressing any issues or concerns among group members promptly and effectively.
- Promoted positive peer relationships within the group via icebreakers, collaborative projects, and small-group discussions centered around core values.
Student Teaching
New Dorp High School
Staten Island, New York
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Cultivated positive relationships with teaching staff, and students.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations, enforcing classroom rules, and fostering open communication.
- Supported diverse learners with differentiated instruction strategies tailored to individual needs and abilities.
- Promoted a positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding them toward improvement while building their confidence in their abilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY05-2024
Skills
- Feedback delivery
- Language instruction
- Assessment creation
- Student engagement
- Collaboration skills
- Safe, positive learning environment
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Accomplishments
- Deans List
- Spanish Honor Society (Sigma Delta Pi)
- 3.561 GPA
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish Teacher
City of New York, Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
JCC Counselor
Jewish Community
07.2024 - 08.2024
Student Teaching
New Dorp High School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Education
College of Staten Island
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