Peggy Hernandez
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Dedicated educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and critical thinking at Rock Springs Elementary School. Excelled in classroom management and lesson planning, significantly enhancing learning environments. Known for being a positive role model, adept at motivating students and managing behaviors effectively. Continuously pursued professional development to stay ahead in educational trends.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
EIP Teacher
Rock Springs Elementary School
09.2019 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Second Grade Teacher
Rock Springs Elementary School
07.1998 - 05.2019
- Created a welcoming classroom atmosphere by establishing clear expectations and routines, promoting a sense of belonging among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, fostering critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary learning.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Differentiated instruction to meet the unique learning needs of each student, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum successfully.
2/3 Grade Teacher
Rockbridge Elementary School
07.1988 - 05.1998
- 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.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
Education
Bachelor In Elementary Education - Education
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12.1988
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
Timeline
EIP Teacher
Rock Springs Elementary School
09.2019 - 05.2024
Second Grade Teacher
Rock Springs Elementary School
07.1998 - 05.2019
2/3 Grade Teacher
Rockbridge Elementary School
07.1988 - 05.1998
Bachelor In Elementary Education - Education
University of North Dakota
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