Raydiris Rodriguez Hernandez
Macungie,PA
Summary
Dynamic instructional assistant and former Director of Tuberculosis Program at Ministerio De Salud Publica, adept in classroom organization and effective communication. Spearheaded targeted intervention programs, significantly reducing disease transmission. Passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments and improving community health outcomes through education and policy advisement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Assistant
East Penn School District
Macungie, PA
03.2021 - Current
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design engaging lessons that aligned with state standards and curriculum objectives.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed for optimal growth.
- Promoted a culture of respect and inclusion within the classroom, fostering positive relationships among students from diverse backgrounds.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small-group assistance.
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
Director of Tuberculosis Program
Ministerio De Salud Publica
Santiago, Dominican Republic.
09.2010 - 04.2016
- Maintained data, reporting and quality assurance standards throughout investigations.
- Enhanced community awareness of disease prevention through educational campaigns and presentations.
- Improved public health policies by providing expert advice and recommendations on disease prevention strategies.
- Developed risk assessments for various populations based on demographic factors, helping inform targeted intervention strategies.
- Supervise and monitor the health centers within the city to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of patients and to secure informed consent prior to conducting HIV testing.
- Oversee the evaluation of individuals in contact with patients who tested positive.
- Refer patients exhibiting resistance to first-line treatments for further evaluation and ensure the initiation of alternative therapeutic regimens.
- Conduct an annual cohort study to facilitate retrospective analysis of the program's efficacy.
- Develop and implement an Annual Operational Plan (AOP) to guide program activities.
- Reduced the spread of illness by designing, implementing, and evaluating targeted intervention programs.
- Provided critical support during emergency situations as a member of rapid response teams, aiding in containment efforts for infectious diseases.
- Educated healthcare workers, patients, and the public about infectious and communicable disease transmission and prevention.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Assisted local healthcare providers with interpreting surveillance data to improve patient care practices related to infection control measures.
- Partnered with international organizations on collaborative research initiatives aimed at addressing global health concerns related to infectious diseases.
- Contributed to significant reductions in disease transmission rates through effective epidemiological tracking.
- Improved community health outcomes with targeted vaccination campaigns.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2025
Doctor of Medicine
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago (UTESA)
Santiago, Dominican Republic01-2008
Skills
- Classroom Organization
- Effective Communication
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Conflict Resolution
- Small Group Instruction
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Academic Support
- Reading and Writing Support
- Student Learning Support
- Mathematics Instruction
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training - Crisis Prevention Institute.
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
- XXI International Course on Epidemiology and Control of Tuberculosis, San Salvador, El Salvador, 2012.
- "III Tuberculosis Infection Control Course, Santiago, Dominican Republic, 2012."
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Cooking
- Gardening
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Gym Workouts
- Dancing
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Reading
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Timeline
Instructional Assistant
East Penn School District
03.2021 - Current
Director of Tuberculosis Program
Ministerio De Salud Publica
09.2010 - 04.2016
Master of Science - Public Health
Grand Canyon University
Doctor of Medicine
Universidad Tecnologica De Santiago (UTESA)