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Jessica Hernandez

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements. Compassionate and driven Teacher well-versed in State Board of Education curriculum requirements. Adept at developing effective lesson plans, maintaining positive relationships with parents and instructing students with various levels of learning challenges. Communicates complex information in effective formats.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Pre-K Bilingual Teacher

San Benito CISD
San Benito, TX
07.2010 - Current
  • Monitored student progress in both [Subject] growth and [Language] fluency.
  • Participated in staff meetings to advocate for students of different backgrounds.
  • Increased students' understanding of [Language] through teaching in various languages.
  • Created dynamic curriculums to include all students needs and levels.
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Coordinated communication between students and school administration to create culturally-sensitive learning environment.
  • Designed seasonal programs emphasizing vocabulary, pronunciation and reading comprehension.

2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher

Temple ISD
Temple, TX
06.2008 - 06.2010
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
  • Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.

Cashier

Dillard's
Brownsville, TX
12.2005 - 12.2006
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.

Assistant Manager

A&V Lopez Supermarket
Brownsville, TX
05.2000 - 12.2005
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies and forecast future needs.
  • Reduced corporate costs by developing and implementing improved merchandising, receiving and maintenance procedures.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies by monitoring credit card sales and deposits.
  • Created organization systems for inventory control, merchandising, financial reports and schedules, dramatically increasing operational efficiency.
  • Increased sales revenues by promoting complementary products and educating customers about store promotions.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements, and evaluate progress toward goals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX

Associate of Arts -

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX
05.2008

High School Diploma -

Gladys Porter High School
Brownsville, TX
06.2000

Skills

  • Test Methods Knowledge
  • Special Assignments
  • Teacher Relations
  • Social Behaviors
  • Learning Assessments
  • Classroom Management Techniques
  • Online Teaching
  • Grading
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Classroom Technology Implementation
  • Tutoring and Student Assistance
  • Independent Thinking
  • Different Learning Styles
  • Public Transportation
  • Online Systems
  • Online Databases
  • Performance Metric

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Pre-K Bilingual Teacher

San Benito CISD
07.2010 - Current

2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher

Temple ISD
06.2008 - 06.2010

Cashier

Dillard's
12.2005 - 12.2006

Assistant Manager

A&V Lopez Supermarket
05.2000 - 12.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary School Teaching

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College

Associate of Arts -

The University of Texas At Brownsville And Texas Southmost College

High School Diploma -

Gladys Porter High School
Jessica Hernandez