Marita Hernandez
Las Vegas
Summary
Innovative teacher trainer with over a decade of experience in enhancing instructional practices. Skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and facilitating workshops that promote critical thinking and creativity among educators and students alike.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
2015.08 - Current
- Developed lesson plans aligned with state standards to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and improve classroom dynamics.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that foster critical thinking and creativity among students.
- Assessed student progress through formative evaluations, providing timely feedback for continuous improvement.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and resources to support their professional development.
- Established strong relationships with parents and community members, promoting active involvement in school initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Teacher Trainer
Bright Horizons
2001.06 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for educators to enhance instructional practices.
- Facilitated workshops focusing on innovative teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques.
- Mentored new teacher trainers to ensure consistency in program delivery and quality standards.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and adjusted materials accordingly.
- Led strategic planning sessions to enhance curriculum design and improve teacher engagement strategies.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices among teaching staff through ongoing support initiatives.
- Expanded access to high-quality teaching resources by creating an online repository of lesson plans, assessment tools, and classroom management strategies.
- Enhanced professional development by conducting teacher training workshops and seminars.
Education
Master of Science -
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA2002-06
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA1999-06
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher communication
- Growth mindset
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Social-emotional learning training
Timeline
Teacher
Clark County School District, CCSD
2015.08 - Current
Teacher Trainer
Bright Horizons
2001.06 - Current
Master of Science -
Master of Science - Early Childhood Education
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles