Yesenia Sandoval-Hernandez
Irving
Summary
Bilingual (Spanish/English) elementary educator with 20+ years of experience in K-5. Proven track record of increasing student achievement through data-driven instruction, TEKS-aligned lesson planning, and targeted interventions (RTI). Skilled in building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues while contributing to collaborative PLC teams and positive campus culture.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd & 5th Grade Teacher
Stephen C. Foster Elementary
Dallas
01.2022 - Current
- Deliver standards-aligned instruction to improve student achievement - Use data to plan targeted small-group instruction and interventions - Maintain strong parent communication through conferences and progress updates - Foster positive classroom culture and student engagement - Serve as Cheerleader Coach, promoting teamwork and leadership
Kindergarten & 5th Grade Teacher
Julian T. Saldivar School
Dallas
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Designed differentiated lessons to meet diverse student needs - Led professional development and mentored new teachers - Co-led Leader in Me program to build student leadership skills - Participated in Home Visit Program to strengthen family engagement
Kindergarten & 3rd Grade Teacher
Santiago Iglesias Pantin School
Guaynabo
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Implemented engaging lessons and monitored student progress using varied assessments - Collaborated with staff and families to support academic success - Served on school leadership committee (Consejo Escolar)
Kindergarten, Title I, and Spanish Teacher
Department Of Education
San Juan
01.2001 - 01.2009
- Provided targeted instruction across multiple grade levels and subjects - Supported struggling learners through intervention and individualized instruction
Education
M.D. - Education, Early Childhood
University of Phoenix
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico06-2006
B.A. - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico
06-2000
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small-group instruction
- Standards-based instruction
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Progress Monitoring
- Curriculum Development
- Tech integration
- Family Engagement
- Teacher Mentoring
- Team leadership
References
Available upon request
Timeline
3rd & 5th Grade Teacher
Stephen C. Foster Elementary
01.2022 - Current
Kindergarten & 5th Grade Teacher
Julian T. Saldivar School
01.2015 - 01.2022
Kindergarten & 3rd Grade Teacher
Santiago Iglesias Pantin School
01.2009 - 01.2015
Kindergarten, Title I, and Spanish Teacher
Department Of Education
01.2001 - 01.2009
M.D. - Education, Early Childhood
University of Phoenix
B.A. - Elementary Education
University of Puerto Rico