MELISSA HERNANDEZ
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Versatile and bilingual with a record in enhancing culturally responsive learning experiences at William P. Nixon. Excelled in behavior redirection and classroom management, showcasing teamwork and verbal communication. Passionate about supporting children in their education and a willingness to learn to drive success in any environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Student
William P. Nixon
Chicago, Illinois
01.2025 - Current
- Conduct observations of student behavior to identify areas of need and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Foster a culturally responsive environment for different needs/ learning styles for 2nd graders.
- Enhanced comprehension by clarifying complex concepts for students.
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.
Lunchroom Supervisor/Recess Monitor
William P. Nixon
Chicago, Illinois
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Monitor 2nd to 6th-grade students during lunch breaks.
- Ensured students adhered to lunchroom behavior protocols.
- Facilitated conversations with children on academic topics while walking.
- Generated comprehensive behavior reports.
- Supervised lunchroom to identify choking and allergic reactions, administering emergency first aid as needed.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Cultivated a welcoming environment for students during playground activities.
School Counselor's Assistant
William P. Nixon Elementary School
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Provided Spanish translation for parents during phone and in-person communications.
- Delivered regular translated updates on student development and conduct.
- Coordinated student sessions with school counselor outside of classroom hours.
- Maintained consistent order in counselor's classroom.
- Manage planning and execution of academic events.
- Managed documentation for transfer to educational institutions and residential addresses.
- Ensured classroom safety and order during teacher absences.
Childcare
Neighboorhood
Chicago, IL
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Ensured a clean and safe environment for children, maintaining high standards of hygiene and organization.
- Promoted self-sufficiency by encouraging and guiding children in routine cleanup and organizational tasks.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to foster appropriate behavioral development and social skills.
- Provided timely and hygienic diaper changes, ensuring the comfort and well-being of each child.
- Prepared and served two nutritious meals daily, adhering to dietary guidelines to support healthy growth.
- Designed and led developmentally appropriate activities that stimulated young children's cognitive, physical, and emotional growth.
- Supported children’s academic and personal development by assisting with homework and guiding them toward achieving individual goals.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, ESL
National Louis University
Chicago, IL, United States06.2025
Skills
- Bilingual
- Translator
- Verbal communication
- Willing to Learn
- Organizational skills
- Childcare
- Social
- Teamwork
- Classroom management
- Behavior redirection
- Teacher support
Awards
- Alpha Lambda Delta, Member (Honors Society)
- Nominated for NLU's National Society of Honors, 4.0 GPA
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Fluent
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Practicum Student
William P. Nixon
01.2025 - Current
Lunchroom Supervisor/Recess Monitor
William P. Nixon
10.2022 - 03.2024
School Counselor's Assistant
William P. Nixon Elementary School
10.2022 - 03.2024
Childcare
Neighboorhood
12.2020 - 05.2022
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, ESL
National Louis University
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