Terrena Hepner
Orange,CA
Summary
Experienced education professional 30+ years, prepared for teaching roles. Strong background in creating engaging lesson plans, managing classrooms, and fostering positive learning environment. Focus on teamwork, achieving results, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and effective communication. Reliable, flexible, collaborative educator with a passion for History!
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
3
3
Credentials
Work History
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Baldwin Park Unified School District
09.2024 - Current
- Served as Elementary Department Chair on leadership- planning meetings, establishing Essential Standards and assessments, organizing resources, use of DATA to improve overall instruction.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Science Camp, History Alive, after-school clubs or tutoring sessions to enrich the educational experience for students.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world connections in lesson.
- Developed strong relationships with parents to encourage open communication, promote student success, and build a supportive learning community.
7th and 8th Grade History
Baldwin Park Unified School District
09.1999 - 06.2024
- History Department Chair for 7 years at two school sites.
- Developed a Travel Program for the School District, leading students and families for over 15 years
- National History Day-Teacher, Coach and Judge
- Self-motivated leader and team player.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement including technology and applications.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA06-1996
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 Multiple Subject
University of La Verne
La Verne, CA06-1992
Skills
- Collaborative relationship development
- Teaching methodologies
- Experiential learning techniques
- Emotional intelligence development
Certification
- CLAD Certified
- SDAIE Certified
- GATE Certified
- PLTW Certified
Programs
- Implemented National History Day Program, resulting in multiple students earning State and National recognition.
- Established a Travel Program for both the school and the district, resulting in hundreds of Title I students traveling and experiencing History
Timeline
5th Grade Elementary Teacher
Baldwin Park Unified School District
09.2024 - Current
7th and 8th Grade History
Baldwin Park Unified School District
09.1999 - 06.2024
Master of Arts - Education
University of La Verne
Bachelor of Arts - K-8 Multiple Subject
University of La Verne
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