Synai Hernandez
Oxnard
Summary
Skilled in assessing student needs and implementing effective intervention strategies to support emotional and academic development. Strong ability to collaborate with educators and parents while utilizing intervention and counseling skills effectively. Passionate to empower students by utilizing their strengths to make the best possible impact on their academics and social and emotional development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Oxnard School District
Oxnard, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons in diverse subjects, adapting to various student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to ensure curriculum continuity during absences.
- Provided social and emotional strategies to promote learning and engagement.
Behavior Interventionist
Behavior Management Foundation, INC
Oxnard, CA
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans for diverse client needs.
- Monitored client progress, adjusting strategies to enhance behavioral outcomes effectively.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on behavior management techniques and best practices.
Registered Behavior Therapist
ABS Kids
Ventura, California
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Worked with children with ASD, Intellectual Disabled, Down Syndrome, and Emotional Disturbed children in a clinic, home, and school setting
- Taught and helped children develop language to communicate needs and social skills necessary for living independent lifestyles.
- Tracked client behavior by reviewing behavior data and creating and adjusting behavior interventions.
- Collaborated with behavior analysts to analyze problem behaviors and create detail plan of treatment for clients.
Recreational Leader 1 - Substitute
City of Oxnard
Oxnard, California
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Responsible for 20 children from grades 1-8 throughout the Hueneme Elementary School District.
- Reported to activity leader at every school site.
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Gathered, operated and maintained equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
Recreational Leader 1
City of Oxnard
Oxnard, California
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for 20 children from grades 1-5.
- Communicated with parents about student's school progress.
- Created engaging PE, Science, and extra curricular activities within 30 min prep time.
- Implemented quick social and emotional activities to check-in on students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA5 2023
Master of Arts - School Psychology With Pupil Personnel
Alliant International University
San Diego, CA12 2025
General Studies - undefined
Oxnard College
Oxnard, CA5 2020
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
Oxnard, CA6 2018
Skills
- Student evaluations
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Data collection and analysis
- Intervention planning
- Patience and perseverance
- Functional Behavior Assessments
Certification
Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Document Number: 260016284
Child Abuse & Neglect Mandated Reporter Training
February 29, 2024
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Behavior Management Foundation, INC
06.2025 - 12.2025
Substitute Teacher
Oxnard School District
08.2023 - Current
Registered Behavior Therapist
ABS Kids
06.2022 - 12.2024
Recreational Leader 1 - Substitute
City of Oxnard
06.2019 - 06.2020
Recreational Leader 1
City of Oxnard
06.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - School Psychology With Pupil Personnel
Alliant International University
General Studies - undefined
Oxnard College
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University - Channel Islands