Michelle Hernandez
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Compassionate, creative, and effective teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering various subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Creo College Prep School
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Proven track record of meeting high standards for student achievement and fluency in Living Environment with 73% passing rate on Mock LE exam in 1 of 2 cohorts taught.
- Identified cusp students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Gardening and Creative Writing afterschool club that enriched students' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
Tutor, Marketer
Freelance
09.2016 - Current
- Tutor clients of all backgrounds (ESL, first-generation, low-income, undocumented, etc.) based on their areas of weakness regarding homework, routines, any subject areas, and advanced exams
- Provide academic interventions and case-by-case management to enrich students with additional needs, such as executive dysfunction, autism, and ADHD
- Assist with marketing efforts for social media
- Instruct and revise writing for academic work, supplemental essays, job applications, internships, and colleges/universities.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing personalized teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Instructed lessons and adhered to course curriculum by Bridgeport Public Schools
- Served as Math long-term substitute for 8th grade and taught 100 students for three months
- Served as building substitute for about 20 elementary school students for two months.
- Promoted collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Instructional Assistant
Creo College Prep
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teachers in developing differentiated instructional strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes in ELA.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and instructional support.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions in ELA based on specific skill sets or subject matter, boosting overall student achievement levels.
Interim Assistant Director
The Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion, University of New Haven
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Promoted and supported opportunities for university members to make critical equity, diversity, and inclusion decisions
- Planned campus-wide and student programs that contributed to building cultural competencies.
- Executed mentorship program for 100 incoming first-year underrepresented students (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, First Generation, Dream/DACA, Ability, military status, and socio-economic status).
- Managed department budget for events aimed at student development and instructional materials.
- Led professional development workshops on stress management, exam preparation, and portfolio creation.
Academic Advisor
Academic Support and Retention, Fairfield University
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as critical advising resource for underrepresented students by creating and facilitating various academic procedures.
- Collaborated with The Office of Student Diversity Programs & Multicultural Affairs to establish educational and success programs for 1,237 students.
- Worked with Banner, Ellucian, Starfish, and College Scheduler to operate student academic alert and record-keeping systems to serve the entire undergraduate population of 4,850 students.
- Improved retention rates by providing personalized guidance to students at various stages of their academic journey.
- Enhanced student success by developing and implementing comprehensive academic plans.
- Organized workshops and seminars to further enhance student skills and knowledge in relevant areas.
Poetry Co-Teacher
Fairfield University
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted with class discussions on poetry readings, craft lectures, and workshops for 25 students.
- Familiarized students with various ways of writing poems and made early processes of generating poems less rarified and more accessible.
- Focused on improving students' style and subject choices.
- Enhanced students' reading comprehension by implementing creative strategies and engaging activities.
Writing Teacher
Luis Marin Munoz Elementary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed classroom of 25 students for the school's Talented and Gifted Program for grades 6-8
- Taught creative writing using diverse literature, poetry, and art to teach craft and expression
- Wrote a 30-page report on Expression and Activism in the Classroom Using Creative Writing.
- Enhanced students' writing abilities through constructive feedback, individual conferences, and structured revision processes.
- Integrated diverse texts into curriculum to expose students to various perspectives and enrich cultural understanding.
Writing Instructor
Writing Center, Fairfield University
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Instructed college students with writing assignments, including essays, applications, and portfolios.
- Participated in writing-related and community programs.
- Increased student writing proficiency by implementing targeted instructional strategies and providing individualized feedback.
- Provided constructive criticism on students' written work, enabling them to hone their writing skills and develop a strong authorial voice.
- Adapted instruction methods based on individual learning styles, ensuring all students received equal opportunities for success.
Education
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English And Education
Fairfield University
Fairfield, CT05.2019
Skills
- Group Facilitation
- Test Preparation Strategies and Skills
- Solution Based Thinking
- Academic Advisement
- Advocating on Behalf of Students
- Addressing Barriers
- Facilitating Academic Workshops
- English and Literature
- Writing and Editing
Websites
Events
- Celebration Of Excellence, University Of New Haven
- How To Create A Portfolio, University Of New Haven
- Stress Less, University Of New Haven
- Time Management, Fairfield University
- Exam Preparation, Fairfield University
- Contacting Professionals, Fairfield University
- College Writing, Fairfield University
Training
- Building a Sense of Belonging for Black and Latino Men, 2023, Learned foundational steps to improve retention and graduation rates for underrepresented student populations.
- Empowering Women Along Their Leadership Journeys at Goodwin University, 2022, Engaged in panel presentations and seminars about female leadership and success.
- Trauma-Informed Youth Mentoring with The Governor's Prevention Partnership, 2021, Learned to identify trauma in students and strategies for mentoring a traumatized student with care and empathy.
Awards
- Cristo Rey Nativity Scholarship, Fairfield University, 2015-2019
- Faculty Student Collaborative Research Fund, Fairfield University, 2018
- Academic Dean’s List, Fairfield University, 2015-2016, 2018
Publications
- Child of Immigrants, The 2023 Connecticut Literary Anthology, 2022
- Esperanza’s Cafe, Connecticut’s Best Emerging Poets, 2019
- Autumn, America’s Emerging Poets: Northeast Region, 2018
Timeline
Teacher
Creo College Prep School
09.2023 - Current
Instructional Assistant
Creo College Prep
08.2023 - 12.2023
Interim Assistant Director
The Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion, University of New Haven
02.2023 - 06.2023
Poetry Co-Teacher
Fairfield University
01.2023 - 05.2023
Academic Advisor
Academic Support and Retention, Fairfield University
04.2022 - 06.2023
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Educational Staffing
09.2021 - 05.2024
Writing Teacher
Luis Marin Munoz Elementary School
09.2021 - 12.2021
Tutor, Marketer
Freelance
09.2016 - Current
Writing Instructor
Writing Center, Fairfield University
09.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Arts - English And Education
Fairfield University
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