Julia Hernandez
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Spring Branch ISD
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
Student Teacher Resident
SBISD
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
- Collaborated with faculty members to discuss student progress and develop strategies for improvement.
- Facilitated group discussions among students on relevant topics.
- Evaluated student work, provided feedback, and tracked their progress over time.
- Monitored student behavior during class sessions and field trips.
- Created interactive presentations using multimedia resources such as videos, slideshows.
- Encouraged positive relationships between students by promoting collaboration within groups.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when appropriate to enhance engagement.
- Integrated hands-on activities into instruction whenever possible.
- Participated in professional development workshops and seminars related to education and teaching methods.
- Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
- Accepted constructive criticism and feedback with positivity in areas requiring improvement.
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.
- Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
Camp Counslor
Life Time Fitness Inc.
Houston, TX
05.2021 - 07.2023
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Monitored activities matched to individual and group abilities to keep campers safe.
After School Counselor
Ymca Of Greater Houston
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided guidance and support to students in a safe, nurturing environment.
- Organized and implemented educational activities, such as games, arts and crafts projects, music lessons, sports competitions.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop student-centered goals and objectives for after-school programs.
- Facilitated positive interactions between students of diverse backgrounds.
- Supervised individual and group activities in the after-school program.
- Assisted with the development of behavior management plans for students exhibiting disruptive behavior.
- Monitored student behavior during recreational activities and provided appropriate feedback when necessary.
- Served as a resource person for parents seeking information about their children's progress or issues related to the after-school program.
- Participated in professional development trainings related to youth development best practices.
- Established strong parent involvement programs and relationships that encourage student participation and success.
- Assisted children with homework and grade-level appropriate studying techniques.
- Checked after-school environments and equipment for safety and appropriateness.
Front Desk Receptionist
LA Fitness
Houston, OH
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
- Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
- Assisted with scheduling appointments for clients and visitors.
- Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
- Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues in a timely fashion following established protocols.
- Explained policies and procedures to visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Houston
Houston, TX12-2023
High School Diploma -
Spring Woods High School
Houston, TX05-2017
Skills
- Positive and professional
- Suggestive Selling
- Product Recommendations
- Flexible Schedule
- Professional Appearance
- Trend Awareness
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Engagement
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Spring Branch ISD
01.2024 - Current
Student Teacher Resident
SBISD
01.2023 - 12.2023
Camp Counslor
Life Time Fitness Inc.
05.2021 - 07.2023
After School Counselor
Ymca Of Greater Houston
07.2019 - 03.2020
Front Desk Receptionist
LA Fitness
01.2019 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Houston
High School Diploma -
Spring Woods High School