Zulaika Hernandez
Elementary Teacher
My Educational Philosophy
I believe that a teacher is should to enter the classroom with only the highest of expectations for each and every one of her students. With dedication, organization, and hard work, her students will be successful.
The ideal classroom is one where children are free to share their thoughts. All children bring something unique and important to the learning environment. A successful classroom will nurture children’s gifts and give them room to flourish. One of my biggest goals as an educator is to incorporate lessons, which will create students that are technology literate. Incorporating the use of technology in a way that prepares my students for their future profession is especially important to me.
Teaching is a life-long process of learning from your students, peers, parents, and the community. A teacher should always learn new strategies, seek new ideas, and adapt her philosophy. If I am growing and learning, I am fulfilling my calling as an educator.
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Profile
Creative and patient first year teacher. Great technological skills and bold approach to creating effective lesson plans in accordance with district and state curricula. Seeking to leverage skills to contribute to high quality teaching at an elementary school.
Education
B.S. Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
Fall 2021
High School Diploma
Colonial High School
Orlando, FL
2006
Key Skills
Google Certified Educator Level 1
Microsoft Office Suite
SMART Learning Suite
Canvas LMS
Organization and Planning
Certifications & Training
Google Certified Educator Level 1, Oct. 2021
Learning Canvas, LinkedIn Learning Fall 2021
Awards
President's Honor Roll, UCF
Summer 2021
Spring 2021
Summer 2020
Professional Experience
Fifth Grade Teacher, Baldwin Park E.S., Orange County Public Schools
August 2022-Present
Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Tier I Intervention Teacher, Baldwin Park E.S., Orange County Public Schools
January-May 2022
Work with specific student groupings, continually monitoring and assessing student progress and implementing needed strategies to support the students and their progress.
Senior Intern, Baldwin Park E.S., Orange County Public Schools
August-December 2021
Help with creating lesson plans that align with district and state standards. Instruct whole group and small groups of students, and participate in planning and data meetings.
Tutor
April-May 2021
Reviewing classroom or curricula topics and assignments. Assisting students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research and other academic tasks. Working with students to help them understand key concepts, especially those learned in the classroom.
Junior Intern, Catalina E.S., Orange County Public Schools
January-April 2021
Help with creating lesson plans that align with district and state standards. Instruct whole group and small groups of students, and participate in planning and data meetings.
Substitute Teacher, Kelly Educational Staffing
February 2016 - December 2017
Take on the responsibilities of teachers in Orange County Public Schools during their absence, including creating and administering lessons in various subjects.