REBECCA HERNÁNDEZ
Marshall,MO
Summary
Professional language instructor with over two decades of experience in teaching Spanish and English to diverse learner populations across secondary, postsecondary, and adult education settings. Committed to fostering linguistic proficiency, cultural competence, and meaningful student engagement through standards-based, communicative instruction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct ESL Instructor
Missouri Valley College
Marshall, MO
01.2023 - Current
- Teach intermediate and advanced English grammar to international college students, Average class size: 25
- Develop curriculum and instructional materials tailored to multilingual learners
- Support academic language development and student success across disciplines
- Utilize Canvas, Pearson language platform, and digital assessments to support student learning
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
Crowder College
Neosho, MO
01.2022 - Current
- Teach undergraduate Spanish courses in an online format
- Design and deliver engaging, standards-based online instruction
- Utilize Canvas, McGraw-Hill language platform, and digital assessments to support student learning
High School Spanish Instructor
Marshall High School
Marshall, MO
08.2008 - 05.2026
- Taught Spanish to students in grades 9–12.
- Designed engaging, learner-centered lessons for diverse student populations.
- Integrated technology, cultural content, and proficiency-based instruction
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of Spanish language and culture.
- Organized cultural events to promote Spanish language immersion among students and the community.
- Established a positive learning environment by setting clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management strategies.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
- Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MO
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Delivered college-level Spanish instruction
- Designed lesson plans aligned with course outcomes and institutional standards
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student comprehension of Spanish language and culture.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods to foster interactive learning environments.
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
Missouri Valley College
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Taught undergraduate Spanish courses in a face-to-face setting
- Emphasized communicative language teaching and cultural competency
Education
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg01-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO01-2004
Semester Abroad - Spanish
La Academia Hispanoamericana
Guanajuato, MX07-2004
Bachelor of Arts - English
Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO01-1999
Skills
- Learning Management Systems: Canvas, Blackboard
- Curriculum writing and course design
- Lesson planning for diverse and multilingual learners
- Pearson language textbooks and online language labs
- Azar Grammar Series; Side-by-Side Series
- Seal of Biliteracy program involvement
- Development of multimedia instructional materials, including presentations, video lessons, and audio recordings, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
- Effective integration of technology in face-to-face and online classrooms
- Focus on differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices
- Extensive participation in professional development for educators of Spanish and ESL, including Blaine Ray workshops
- Substantial time in Latin America for both personal and academic growth
- Interpreting for schools and the community
- Designed, implemented, and taught adult education courses, including: Spanish for Medical Interpreters; Spanish for Courthouse Employees; Spanish for Librarians; Spanish for Educators; Conversational Spanish for Adults; Conversational English for Adults; Workplace English; and Citizenship Preparation Classes
Adult Education Experience
- Extensive experience in adult ESL instruction through contracted positions and freelance work
- Provided private lessons, small-group instruction, and short-term intensive courses
- Served as Lead ESL Instructor in program settings
- Taught GED preparation courses and successfully guided multiple students to earn their high school equivalency diplomas
Affiliations
- Foreign Language Association of Missouri
- Former Board Member of Adult ESL Program
- Former Member of the Arts Council
Certification
- Missouri Teaching Certificate, Spanish K–12 (Lifetime Certified)
- Missouri Teaching Certificate, Adult Education and Literacy (Lifetime Certified)
LANGUAGES
English (Native)
Spanish (Fluent)
Additional coursework
Completed graduate-level Spanish courses as a non-degree-seeking student at NOVA Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 2013-2016.
Timeline
Adjunct ESL Instructor
Missouri Valley College
01.2023 - Current
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
Crowder College
01.2022 - Current
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
State Fair Community College
08.2012 - 05.2016
Adjunct Spanish Instructor
Missouri Valley College
01.2012 - 01.2016
High School Spanish Instructor
Marshall High School
08.2008 - 05.2026
Master of Science in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Missouri Southern State University
Semester Abroad - Spanish
La Academia Hispanoamericana
Bachelor of Arts - English
Missouri Southern State University