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Maricela Hernandez

Newton,KS

Summary

Patient Parent Educator offering advanced knowledge of child development and parenting methods demonstrated across five years of Parent Educator Certification. Fifteen years overall of experience in the early childhood education field.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Parent Educator

USD 373
09.2018 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of child development principles and suggested alternative parenting methods to suit individual family needs.
  • Educated clients on parents roles with focus on skill development and guiding children through nurturing parenting.
  • Engaged families in beneficial activities targeted at improving bonds and interactions.
  • Utilized knowledge of evidence-based programs to inform parents and assist in goal-setting.
  • Collaborated with community members to provide helpful resources to suit family needs.

Housekeeper

Asbury Park
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Sunshine Academy Daycare
06.2015 - 06.2017
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Joy Child Development
07.2013 - 06.2015
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Teller/CSR

Sunflower Bank
09.2012 - 07.2014
  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.

Preschool Lead Teacher

Joy Child Development
05.2008 - 09.2012
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
05.2025

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
05.2013

Skills

  • Knowledge of Early Childhood Development
  • Support Spanish speaking community
  • Broad Community resource networking skills
  • Affirming parents views

Volunteer

I enjoy volunteering in our community from our church to community events. I am member of Culture through Crafts we provide free activities for children's and family events. I am also member of Dia de los Muertos celebration in Newton. This will be my second year helping with it. I enjoy being part of the community and get to know more people. Currently I joined the Breastfeeding coalition. I volunteer and help with the organization of the Community Babyshower. Previously in Dodge City I was a Big sister for BBBS serving the community for six years. 

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Parent Educator

USD 373
09.2018 - Current

Housekeeper

Asbury Park
05.2018 - 06.2019

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Sunshine Academy Daycare
06.2015 - 06.2017

Preschool Lead Teacher

Joy Child Development
07.2013 - 06.2015

Teller/CSR

Sunflower Bank
09.2012 - 07.2014

Preschool Lead Teacher

Joy Child Development
05.2008 - 09.2012

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Fort Hays State University

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Dodge City Community College

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