Kim Hernandez
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Dedicated educator with over 21 years of experience in lesson planning, classroom management, and differentiated instruction across primary and secondary education levels. Proficient in adapting instructional strategies to accommodate diverse student needs and in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Excellent communication skills, emphasizing active listening and effective collaboration with parents and colleagues.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Math Teacher, 8th Grade
Livingston Parish Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans aligned with state standards, utilizing high-quality instructional materials and the district-approved curriculum.
- Delivered engaging mathematics instruction to enhance students’ mathematical understanding and skills.
- Employed a variety of teaching strategies and learning tools to accommodate diverse ability levels and different learning styles.
- Assessed student assignments, assigned grades, and provided individualized support to struggling students to promote academic growth.
- Integrated educational technologies to enhance classroom instruction.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance mathematics content expertise through Tier 1 curricula and in-depth review of Louisiana Student Standards for Mathematics.
- Participated in conferences and professional development activities to improve my skills, stay current with best practices, and expand my professional network.
Elementary Teacher, 4th, 1st, and 2nd Grades
LIVINGSTON PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2005 - 07.2022
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
- Prepared students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Prepared instructional materials and organized classroom arrangements for instructional activities, small group lessons, and intervention sessions.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Elementary Teacher, 3rd and 4th Grade
CITY OF BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Provided individualized and diversified instruction to support student comprehension and assist with navigating challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY
Hammond, LA05.2003
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Active Listening
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Differentiated Instruction
- Positive Attitude
- Mathematical modeling
- Progress monitoring
- Data-driven decision making
- Curriculum reinforcement
Certification
Level 2 451840
Timeline
Math Teacher, 8th Grade
Livingston Parish Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher, 4th, 1st, and 2nd Grades
LIVINGSTON PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
08.2005 - 07.2022
Elementary Teacher, 3rd and 4th Grade
CITY OF BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2003 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA UNIVERSITY
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