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Teacher of the Year 2024
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Norma Hernandez

Chaparral,New Mexico

Summary

Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Loma Linda Elementary School, excelling in classroom management and student engagement. Developed innovative lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and collaboration, while effectively communicating with parents to support individualized learning. Committed to enhancing student outcomes through tailored assessments and a supportive learning environment.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher-5th Grade

Loma Linda Elementary School
08.2005 - Current
  • Developed tailored lesson plans to accommodate diverse learning styles and enhance student engagement.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies, fostering a collaborative classroom environment that promotes critical thinking.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support individual growth.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects, enriching curriculum and enhancing student learning experiences.
  • Fostered positive classroom environments that promoted student collaboration and participation.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, adjusting teaching methods to improve learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with parents and staff to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Store Manager

Payless Shoes Source
05.1998 - 08.2005
  • Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer experience and inventory management.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to enhance store performance and achieve targets.
  • Mentored staff in customer service excellence and product knowledge, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting merchandising strategies for maximum impact.

Education

Elementary Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05-2012

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Lesson planning
  • Motivating students
  • Student engagement
  • Behavior management
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Collaborative learning
  • Student-centered learning
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Student assessment
  • Small group instruction

Certification

  • Highly Relievable Teacher Certify - 2024-25

Teacher of the Year 2024

I was selected teacher of the year in 2023-24 by my collogues and administrator.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Teacher-5th Grade

Loma Linda Elementary School
08.2005 - Current

Store Manager

Payless Shoes Source
05.1998 - 08.2005

Elementary Education

University of Phoenix